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OpenAI craze continues as Amazon plans to invest $10 billion in Sam Altman's AI startup: Report
According to the reports, Amazon's investment in OpenAI could exceed around $10 billion along with an agreement to use its AI chips.
Housing emerges as a strong performer as Indian real estate posts 15% returns
India’s residential real estate delivered a robust 15% total return over the past year, driven by infrastructure-led development and improved connectivity in major cities. Despite rising unsold inventory, end-user demand and peripheral market growth support stable, long-term gains, positioning housing as a strong-performing, inflation-beating asset class.
Insurance reforms set India on path to universal coverage by 2047: R Doraiswamy
India's Insurance Act Amendment Bill, 'Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha,' aims for a structural overhaul of the insurance sector, including amendments to the LIC Act. The bill's omission of open architecture for individual agents is seen as a relief for LIC, which relies heavily on its agent network.
Mizuho Securities to buy KKR's stake in Avendus Capital
Avendus was founded in 1999 in Mumbai by Indian entrepreneurs Ranu Vohra, Gaurav Deepak and Kaushal Aggarwal as an internet-focused investment solutions company.
Databricks valued at $134 billion in latest funding round
The round was led by Insight Partners, Fidelity Management & Research Company and J.P. Morgan Asset Management
Bhavish Aggarwal net worth drops! How much money does Ola Electric CEO have after selling 2.62 crore shares?
Bhavish Aggarwal, the CEO of Ola Electric Mobility, owned 30.02% or more than 1,32,39,60,029 equity shares in the two-wheeler automaker as of September 2025, according to BSE data.
OnePlus Community Sale: OnePlus 15, Nord CE 5, and Wireless Audio Devices Available at Discounted Prices
OnePlus 15 was launched gloablly, including in India, on November 13 as the company’s latest flagship offering. Now, the handset is available at a discounted price in the country, as the tech firm has announced its OnePlus Community Sale, which ends on November 18. Apart from the OnePlus 15, the OnePlus 13s, OnePlus Nord 5, and Nord CE 5 can also be purchased at relatively low prices. The company is offering an instant discount of up to Rs. 4,000 on credit cards of select banks.
Patanjali Foods targets 10–12% growth in home and personal care, 6–8% in foods business
Sanjeev Asthana, CEO of Patanjali Foods, reiterated the company’s long-term goal of achieving ₹50,000 crore in revenue and ₹5,000 crore in EBITDA over the next three to four years.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra Reportedly Listed on US FCC and IMEI Databases, Hinting at Imminent Global Debut
Xiaomi 17 Ultra has been in rumours for the last few months. Ahead of the formal launch, the handset has allegedly been spotted on the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) website and IMEI database, pretty much confirming its arrival. The listings reveal the connectivity options of the phone. It is speculated to go official on December 26.
Amazon in talks to invest $10 billion in OpenAI, reports
The Microsoft deal refashioned OpenAI as a public benefit corporation that is controlled by a non-profit with a stake in OpenAI's financial success, removing major constraints on the firm's ability to raise capital and secure computing resources.
INR USD | Rupee roars back on RBI support to rise the most in seven months
Before today’s jump, the rupee was down almost 2% this month as foreign outflows due to delays in finalising an India-US trade deal dented sentiment.
Trump's travel ban, Rupee's recovery, Dow Jones falls, Gold-Silver juggernaut, Ola's decline and more
In today's newsletter, we take a close look at Trump's most recent expansion of the travel ban, the fall in the Dow Jones, the Rupee's dramatic recovery, eyes on Gold and Silver in 2026 and all about the million-dollar IPL auction. Here's all that you need to know, with CNBC-TV18
AIIEA terms Insurance Amendment Bill as ‘irrational’
Rajeev Sehgal, president of the AIIEA’s northern zone insurance employees association, said a large number of private insurance companies with foreign partners have been operating in both the life and non-life insurance industry
Rupee sees high volatility against U.S. dollar in early trade
Forex traders said the key driver of rupee weakness in December was continued FPI selling across equity and debt markets, with foreign investors repeatedly selling Indian assets worth several billion dollars on a daily basis in the last few months
Stock markets rebound in early trade after two days of decline
Steady buying activity by domestic institutional investors also brought comfort to the markets, according to experts
Donald Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, pulls out of Paramount’s hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount, which is significantly smaller than Netflix, said its decision to circumvent Warner's top managers came after they “never engaged meaningfully” with several earlier offers by the company.
OpenAI taps former UK finance minister Osborne to lead global Stargate expansion
OpenAI said Osborne is expected to participate in its event at the World Economic Forum in Davos next month
Moto G Power (2026) Launched With MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC, 5200mAh Battery: Price, Specifications
Moto G Power (2026) was launched in select markets on Tuesday. The successor to the Moto G Power (2025) comes with several iterative improvements and a higher price point, but no major upgrades. It continues to be equipped with the same MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor that powered the previous generation, and brings similar battery specifications as well. This year’s version, however, is available in two new colour options, an improvement to the front camera, and improved display protection.
Beyond ‘data colonialism’ — The role of Global South in an AI world
For AI to serve the world, the early threads of compute and capital in Global North must be woven with the texture of humanity and language of the Global South.
Shriram Finance shares gain ahead of December 19 board meet for fund raising
Separately, Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc. is nearing a deal to acquire a minority stake in Shriram Finance, according to a Bloomberg report.
Neev Finance brings a structured data-driven approach to investing for everyday Americans
Founded in 2022 by Nirav Kamdar and Soumyadeep Roy, investment platform Neev Finance manages investments professionally through structured portfolios. It is in the process of raising its next institutional round of $3 million, of which it has already closed $1.2 million.
Warner Bros Discovery to reject Paramount's $108 billion bid? Netflix may emerge winner of mega deal — What we know
The Warner Bros. board, which deliberated on Paramount's bid, still holds the view that Netflix's offer is a better one, according to people who spoke to Bloomberg.
Kalyani family feud case: Bombay High Court grants relief to siblings
The companies explicitly mentioned in the siblings’ suit include Bharat Forge Ltd, Kalyani Steels Ltd, and Kalyani Consultants Private Ltd