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How India’s informal watchdogs are forcing consumer brands to clean up their act
They have no connection with each other, but together, a motley band of independent watchdogs, influencers, online communities, and third-party platforms has kindled a consumer awakening across India.
Pre-revenue growth strategies that attract early investors
Pre-revenue growth is about traction, validation, and learning. Learn how startups build momentum, attract users, and prepare for investors early.
Bajaj Auto Q3 Preview: Profit expected to rise 21% on higher volumes and stronger mix
Bajaj Auto is expected to report a 21% rise in Q3FY26 profit to ₹2,562 crore, supported by higher volumes, better product mix, and rupee depreciation, with revenue and EBITDA also projected to grow and margins holding above 20%.
Nothing Won't Launch a Flagship Model in 2026; Company to Focus on Nothing Phone 4a and Audio Products, Carl Pei Says
Nothing has outlined its 2026 roadmap in a video featuring founder and CEO Carl Pei, covering products, retail, leadership, and pricing pressures. Pei confirmed there will be no new flagship smartphone in 2026, with the Nothing Phone 3 remaining the flagship. Instead, the company will upgrade its mid-range lineup with the Phone 4a and expand its audio focus, especially over-ear headphones. Pei also highlighted Nothing OS 4.0, upcoming Essential apps, and said smartphone prices may rise due to higher RAM and storage costs driven by AI demand.
ITC Q3 Results: Cons PAT flat at Rs 4,931 crore, revenue up 7%; Rs 6.50 per share dividend announced
ITC Q3 Results: FMCG major ITC's December quarter consolidated net profit stood at Rs 4,931 crore, flat compared to Rs 4,935 crore reported in the year ago period.
Dabur Q3 Results: Cons PAT grows 7% YoY to Rs 560 crore, revenue up 6%
Dabur India posted a 7% rise in Q3 profit and 6% revenue growth, led by FMCG expansion, strong India market share gains and double-digit international growth. Sequential profits jumped sharply, underscoring resilient demand, brand strength and broad-based category performance.
Quess Corp Q3 Results: PAT rises 32% to Rs 55 crore
Staffing and workforce solutions provider Quess Corp reported a 32 per cent year-on-year rise in consolidated net profit to Rs 55.09 crore for the quarter ended December 31, 2025.
KPIT Tech Q3 Results: Net profit plunges 29% to Rs 133 crore; revenue up 9% to Rs 1,617 crore
Mobility and automotive solutions company KPIT Technologies on Thursday reported a 28.7 per cent decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 133.30 crore for the December quarter, primarily weighed down by a one-time statutory impact related to new labour codes.
Voltas Q3 Results: Profit slumps 35% to Rs 84 crore, revenue dips marginally
Leading air-conditioning maker and engineering services provider Voltas Ltd on Thursday reported a 35.4 per cent decline in its consolidated net profit to Rs 84.46 crore for the December quarter of FY26.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance Could Get Current-Gen Update, PlayStation Store Leak Suggests
Kingdom Come: Deliverance seems to be getting updated for current-gen consoles. A leak on the PlayStation Store suggests the RPG is getting a PS5 version with updated graphics, 4K resolution, and 60fps performance. The leak suggests a current-gen version of the game is in the works at developer Warhorse Studios.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max Launched With 9,000mAh Battery, Redmi Turbo 5 Tags Along: Price, Specifications
Redmi Turbo 5 series has been launched in China. The new smartphone lineup includes two models, dubbed Redmi Turbo 5 Max and Redmi Turbo 5. The handsets are currently on sale in the country via the Xiaomi online store. While Redmi Turbo 5 is offered in Auspicious Cloud White, Shadow Black, and Shallow Sea Blue (translated from Chinese) colourways, the Turbo 5 Max is available in Auspicious Cloud White, Sea Breeze Blue, Shadow Black, and Sun Orange (translated from Chinese) shades. The new Redmi Turbo 5 Max is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s chipset.
Ponies Starring Emilia Clarke and Haley Lu Richardson Now Available for Streaming
Ponies is a thrilling spy series that blends emotional loss with undercover espionage, featuring Emilia Clarke and Haley Lu Richardson in powerful lead roles.
Redmi Note 15 Pro+, Redmi Note 15 Pro First Impressions
The Redmi Note 15 Pro series provides two phones, the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ and Redmi Note 15 Pro. Both handsets offer a 6.83-inch AMOLED display. Both of them feature a 200-megapixel dual rear camera. Moreover, the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ packs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, while the Redmi Note 15 Pro is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra. Check out the first impressions to know more about both devices.
Economic Survey 2025: will NSIL pick up the slack of a flat space budget?
The gap between what the industry wants and what the Department of Space needs has never been wider
Gainers & Losers: Hindustan Copper, Vedanta among 6 stocks in focus on Thursday
Indian markets rose for a third day, led by financials and energy. Hindustan Copper hit a record, L&T and Vedanta gained, eClerx jumped on results, while BEL slipped on brokerage views and Five-Star fell after earnings pressure elsewhere persisted modestly.
Financial sector regulators must walk the tightrope to balance growth with stability: Economic Survey
Significant improvement has been observed in the asset quality of scheduled commercial banks (SCBs), as evidenced by their Gross Non-Performing Assets (GNPA) ratio standing at 2.2% and net NPA ratio at 0.5% in September 2025, having reached a multi-decadal low level and record low level, respectively.
Explained: Why Music Publishers Filed a Fresh Copyright Lawsuit Against Anthropic
The Music Publishers sought to address the "wilful infringement" practised by Anthropic in downloading and uploading copyrighted works on piracy websites to train its AI models in the new lawsuit. The post Explained: Why Music Publishers Filed a Fresh Copyright Lawsuit Against Anthropic appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
REC Q3 Results: Net profit flat at ₹4,043 crore, board approves ₹4.60 interim dividend
REC Ltd reported a flat Q3 net profit of ₹4,043 crore, with NII rising 2.8% to ₹5,275 crore. The board approved a third interim dividend of ₹4.60 per share for FY26, with a record date of February 6 and payment scheduled by February 27.
Piramal Pharma Q3 Results: Co reports loss as CDMO slowdown drags revenue
Piramal Pharma swung to a Rs 136 crore Q3 loss as revenue fell 3%, hit by CDMO destocking, weak US biopharma funding, trade uncertainty and regulatory delays. Management sees recovery signs, cost controls cushioning EBITDA, and expects a stronger Q4.
HAL wins ₹1,800-crore order from Pawan Hans to supply 10 Dhruv NG helicopters
HAL signed a domestic contract with Pawan Hans Ltd for the supply of 10 Dhruv NG helicopters, including spares and accessories, valued at over ₹1,800 crore, to be completed by 2027; shares ended lower at ₹4,602.05 today, January 29.
Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (January 29, 2026)
YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Thursday, January 29, 2026.
Hindustan Zinc OFS sees strong retail subscription of 2.3 times on Day 2
Hindustan Zinc’s OFS drew strong interest, with the retail portion subscribed 2.3 times on Day 2 as investors bid for 1.10 crore shares against 47.58 lakh on offer. This followed a robust 142% non-retail subscription on Day 1, underscoring solid demand at the Rs 685 floor price despite the stock trading higher.