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Agritech startup Arya.ag raises Rs 725 Cr in a Series D funding
Arya.ag will use the new capital to deepen engagement with farmers and farmer producer organisations, promote climate-smart practices, and strengthen control over post-harvest losses at the farm gate.
Avenue Supermarts Q3 Update | Revenue higher at ₹17,613 crore, store count at 442
Avenue Supermarts Q3 Update | Revenue for the quarter ended December 31, 2024, was ₹15,565.23 crore. Shares of Avenue Supermarts Ltd ended at ₹3,721, up by ₹0.13, or 4.90%, on the BSE.
PNB Q3 updates: Global business grows 9.6% YoY to Rs 28.92 lakh crore, advances jump 11%
PNB reported a steady Q3 update with global business rising 9.6% YoY to Rs 28.92 lakh crore and advances growing 11%. Deposits saw healthy expansion, while domestic business improved 9% YoY. The bank’s shares gained over 1% as it continued to trade above key moving averages, reflecting strong investor interest.
EV volumes accelerate as supply constraints ease, competition heats up in Dec 2025: Report
Hero MotoCorp, where EVs account for around 3% of domestic sales, reported a sharp 890.8% YoY surge, aided by strong demand, an expanded dealership network and a favourable base. Here's a breakup of segment and OEM-based performance.
Realme 16 Pro Series Roundup: Know About the Expected Price in India, Launch Timeline and Specifications
Realme 16 Pro series' Urban Wild design is made in collaboration with Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa
Suzuki Motorcycle India sales up 26% at 1,22,366 units in December
Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt Ltd reported 1,22,366 units sold in December 2025, a 26% rise. Deepak Mutreja highlighted strong growth and plans for expanded customer services.
Govt announces two more credit-linked schemes under Export Promotion Mission
The two schemes announced on January 2, 2026 would entail an outlay of ₹5,181 crore over six years until 2030-31
Maruti Suzuki India, Reliance Industries among 5 Sensex stocks hit 52-week highs
Five Sensex heavyweights, Maruti Suzuki, SBI, Reliance Industries, L&T, and M&M, hit fresh 52-week highs on Friday amid a strong market rally.
LIC's losses mount to Rs 10,445 crore in ITC in 2 days as stock plummets 13% after tax hike
LIC has incurred losses of over Rs 10,400 crore in just two days as ITC shares plunged 14% following a steep excise duty hike on cigarettes. The tax increase triggered heavy selling and multiple broker downgrades, with analysts warning that significant price hikes may be required to offset the higher duty burden.
Zomato's Deepinder Goyal makes fresh comments defending gig economy: 'Suddenly, the poor aren't hidden away'
Amid intense debates surrounding gig work, Deepinder Goyal has come up with his own set of arguments, supporting the sector and offering his views on the relevance of the gig economy. Here are the details.
Integrated grain commerce platform Arya.ag raises Rs 725 crore from GEF Capital Partners
Arya.ag, an Indian integrated grain commerce platform, has raised Rs 725 crore, or about $80.58 million, in a Series D funding round led by GEF Capital Partners. The company said the fresh capital will help it work more closely with farmers and farmer organisations to promote climate-smart and market-driven agriculture practices. It will also support efforts to protect small farmers from climate-related risks by improving access to technology-based solutions. Arya.ag plans to use the funds to reduce post-harvest losses at the farm level and across the agriculture supply chain. Founded in 2013 by Prasanna Rao, Anand Chandra, and Chattanathan Devarajan, Arya.ag aims to solve the trust gap in Indian agriculture. Its model focuses on building efficient networks and helping farmers earn higher incomes. The company offers services across the entire value chain, from pre-harvest to post-harvest. Through its Smart Farm Centres and services such as storage, finance, and market access, Arya.a...
If I had to buy an OLED laptop in 2026, these will be my top choices
Planning to buy an OLED laptop in 2026? Here are the top choices that combine stunning OLED displays with reliable performance, efficiency and everyday usability.
MeitY takes cognisance of Grok misuse on X, action to follow soon: Secretary S Krishnan
The electronics and IT ministry has begun examining the alleged misuse of X’s AI tool Grok to generate obscene and non-consensual images, with MeitY Secretary S Krishnan indicating that regulatory action could be taken swiftly as scrutiny intensifies around platform accountability and AI safety.
CSB Bank Q3 Update | 21% rise in deposits, 29% growth in gross advances
Current account and savings account (CASA) deposits were reported at ₹8,316 crore on December 31, 2025, up 3% year-on-year from ₹8,042 crore a year ago. CASA deposits were ₹8,394 crore on September 30, 2025 and ₹8,918 crore on March 31, 2025. Shares of CSB Bank Ltd ended at ₹485, up by ₹1.85, or 0.23%, on the BSE today, Jan 2.
India bonds dip as supply fears loom before state debt plans
Indian government bonds slipped on Friday after a weak auction revived supply concerns, with traders wary ahead of the states' January-March borrowing calendar due later in the day.
Indian tech hiring down 24% YoY in Jan 2026: Xpheno report
Hiring demand remains weak as IT services growth stagnates, while GCCs emerge as a rare bright spot. The post Indian tech hiring down 24% YoY in Jan 2026: Xpheno report appeared first on Analytics India Magazine .
OpenAI Building New Voice Model Ahead of AI Device Launch: Report
Last year, OpenAI acquired ex-Apple design chief Jony Ive's AI hardware startup io for $6.5 billion. The post OpenAI Building New Voice Model Ahead of AI Device Launch: Report appeared first on Analytics India Magazine .
Redmi Note 15 5G Series Roundup: Launch Date, Expected Price in India, Specifications, Features
Redmi Note 15 5G is already teased to ship with a Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 processor
Marico Q3 Update: Revenue growth in high twenties; India volumes edge higher
Marico delivered a steady Q3 performance with revenue growth in the high twenties and improving India volumes. Lower copra costs aided margins, while Parachute remained resilient and value-added hair oils grew strongly. International markets posted double-digit growth. Marico expects sustained volume-led expansion and sequential margin improvement in the coming quarters.
Exclusive: Whatfix Crosses Rs 500 Crore Revenue in FY25, Raises 297 Crore From Warburg Pincus, SoftBank
Whatfix crossed Rs 556.7 crore in revenue in FY25, posting 31% year-on-year growth while narrowing its net loss. Warburg Pincus increased its stake in the SaaS firm. The post Exclusive: Whatfix Crosses Rs 500 Crore Revenue in FY25, Raises 297 Crore From Warburg Pincus, SoftBank appeared first on MEDIANAMA .
Siddhartha Bhaiya, the contra stock picker who turned Rs 10 lakh into Rs 4 crore in 13 years
Siddhartha Bhaiya, the celebrated contrarian investor behind the India Opportunities Fund, built a 33% CAGR track record by spotting smallcap and midcap multibaggers early. His bold calls—from raising 80% cash to shifting heavily into gold ETFs—turned Rs 10 lakh into Rs 4 crore in 13 years, cementing his legacy.
RBI To Stop Rs 500 Notes From ATMs By March 2026? Govt Rubbishes Viral Claim
PIB Fact Check clarifies that Rs 500 notes continue to be legal tender and can be freely used for all transactions.
Knight FinTech secures $30M+ funding, onboards ex-Infosys Finacle chief to cap table
Knight FinTech raised over 30 million dollars led by Accel, supports 150 partnerships, manages $125 billion in assets, and plans expansion to Middle East and APAC with Sanat Rao onboard.