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Lodha Developers Q3 revenue rises 14%, net profit flat, margins lower
EBITDA grows 8.4%; Lodha enters NCR market during the quarter as part of growth strategy; company adds five projects with a gross development value (GDV) of ₹33,800 crore, in addition to six locations with a GDV of ₹25,000 crore added in the first half of FY26.
Amazon Axes 16,000 Jobs as It Pushes AI and Efficiency
Amazon said on Tuesday it was closing its remaining bricks-and-mortar Fresh grocery stores and Go markets, despite years of effort, and said it was dropping its Amazon One biometric payment system, which scans the palm of a customer's hand.
EU FTA puts India on a level playing field against competitors in labour-intensive sectors: chief negotiator
Chief negotiator Darpan Jain also said that, apart from an overall benefit to all States, the FTA provides sectoral benefits to several States such as Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Gujarat, Maharashtra, among others
Amazon layoffs: Which departments may get impacted as tech giant confirms 16,000 job cuts? Check here
Amazon will cut 16,000 jobs globally over three months as part of restructuring and AI expansion plans. Employees will have 90 days to find new roles with severance support.
Clawdbot (Now Moltbot) Explained: What is It and Why is It Going Viral?
Moltbot, the viral open-source AI assistant formerly known as Clawdbot, has captured attention for its ability to automate tasks such as email management, flight bookings and calendar scheduling. Designed to run locally and work through messaging apps, it maintains memory and executes actions proactively. A trademark challenge from Anthropic prompted the rebrand, but momentum remains strong.
QCY SP7 Bluetooth Speaker Review: Soundbar-Like Loudness in a Portable Pack
QCY SP7 Bluetooth speaker was recently launched in India. Currently listed on the company’s online store at Rs. 5,999 and Rs. 3,999 on Flipkart, the new Bluetooth speaker offers soundbar-level performance, which is impressive for its under-Rs. 6,000 price in the country. The new Bluetooth speaker, owing to its 40W total output, has a loud soundscape. It has a bassy sound profile, but the trebles are clear and never feel shrill. Its IPX7 build offers confidence to users who want to carry it to pool parties. Moreover, in my testing, it provided a battery life of about 9 hours and 30 mins.
ASK Automotive posts 21% jump in Q3 profit on stronger sales
Revenue and EBITDA post strong double-digit growth; margins improve year-on-year, New Labour Codes seen having no material impact.
Delhi HC judge recuses himself from hearing Rani Kapur’s suit challenging family trust
Justice Vikas Mahajan recused himself from Rani Kapur's suit challenging the validity of the Rani Kapur Family Trust, alleging fraud by the late Sunjay Kapur and Priya Kapur over Sona Comstar assets.
Best Smartphones Under Rs 60,000 in India: Vivo X200T, OnePlus 15R, iPhone 16e and More
Smartphones under Rs. 60,000 in India come with a range of features, and several near-flagship options across Android and iOS. The Vivo X200T focuses on display quality, cameras, and fast charging, while the Oppo Reno 15 Pro Mini targets users who want a compact phone with powerful cameras. OnePlus 15R delivers high-performance and long battery life, and the iQOO 13 caters to gaming-focused users with top-end hardware. Apple’s iPhone 16e rounds out the list with iOS, long-term software support, and a compact premium design.
The Generalist Vs The Specialist: Why the Redmi Note Remains Xiaomi’s Easiest Recommendation
Ahead of the Redmi Note 15 Pro series India launch, Gadgets 360 spoke to Xiaomi's Sandeep Sarma, Assistant Director, Marketing and PR, to discuss the new devices.
Exclusive | boAt IPO deferred again despite SEBI clearance, sources say
boAt parent Imagine Marketing has deferred its IPO again despite SEBI clearance, amid weak market conditions, governance concerns, auditor flags, leadership exits and profitability pressures.
GST Portal Online: How to Login to GST Portal Online in India
GST Portal is the final destination for GST registration, return filing, tax payments, refunds, and other compliance-related activities. It is the official platform for interacting with GST authorities. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to log in to the GST portal. Users can verify their identity using the OTP sent to their registered mobile number or email.
Google AI Plus Plan Expanded Globally as the Most Affordable Gemini Subscription
Google has now expanded its most affordable artificial intelligence (AI) subscription globally. On Wednesday, the Mountain View-based tech giant announced that the Google AI Plus plan will be available everywhere it has a paid subscription available, rolling it out to 165 countries and territories. Interestingly, the US is in the last batch of regions to receive this plan, four months after the tech giant ran a pilot in Indonesia.
Vodafone Idea unveils ₹45,000 crore capex plan, rules out equity raise
The proposed investment, combined with the ₹18,000 crore spent over the past six quarters, would take Vodafone Idea’s total network investment to over ₹60,000 crore over a four-and-a-half-year period
IIP growth quickens to 26-month high of 7.8% in December 2025
Data released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation on the Index of Industrial Production showed that the index last grew faster than December’s growth rate in October 2023, when it grew 11.9%
Urban Company Mulls Rolling Out Subscription Within InstaHelp: Q3FY26 Earnings
Urban Company's CEO said that he expects the company to remain loss-making over the next few quarters as InstaHelp will require sizeable investments. The post Urban Company Mulls Rolling Out Subscription Within InstaHelp: Q3FY26 Earnings appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Ordering Via ChatGPT on Swiggy Services Isn’t Quite Working
We used ChatGPT to order across Swiggy services: Food Delivery, Instamart and Dineout, each of which showed how the MCP integration is real but gated and not fully consumer-ready yet. The post Ordering Via ChatGPT on Swiggy Services Isn’t Quite Working appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Kerala economy records ‘strong’ 6.19% real growth in 2024-25, says Economic Review
Economic Review 2025 tabled in Kerala Assembly highlights the need for ‘resilient, innovative and forward-looking financial strategies’ to tackle prevailing fiscal challenges
Rupee falls 11 paise to close at 91.79 against U.S. dollar
Forex traders said the rupee opened higher as the U.S. dollar index softened and a long-awaited trade breakthrough with Europe bolstered investor sentiment
Heritage Foods Q3 revenue up 8%; net profit, margins shrink
Margins contract as EBITDA declines despite 8.2% rise in revenue; labour codes hit leads to a one-time increase of ₹2.78 crore in provisions for employee benefit expense.
How to Share Your Contact Card Using the New Aadhaar App: A Step-by-Step Guide
While the new Aadhaar app primarily focuses on providing Aadhaar-related services, such as downloading and sharing their digital ID, adding a biometric lock, updating mobile number and address, or even reviewing a request from a member of the family. But that’s not all. It also lets users share their contact information as an easy-to-use QR code.
Redmi Note 15 Pro Series Colourways and Memory Configurations Listed on Amazon
Redmi Note 15 Pro series, which includes the Note 15 Pro 5G and Note 15 Pro+ 5G, is set to be launched in India by the Chinese smartphone maker on January 29. A day ahead of their unveiling, the phones have been listed on Amazon, revealing the colourways and storage configurations. While the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G will be offered in Carbon Black, Coffee Mocha, and Mirage Blue shades, the Note 15 Pro 5G will be available in Carbon Black, Mirage Blue, and Silver Ash colour options. Moreover, the Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G will be sold in two RAM and storage options, while the Note 15 Pro+ 5G model is listed with three configurations.
BSNL Bharat Connect Prepaid Plan With 365-Day Validity Launched; Telco's BSNL Superstar Premium Plan Gets Price Cut
BSNL has launched the Bharat Connect prepaid plan in India, offering 365 days of validity with 2.6GB daily data, unlimited calls, and 100 SMS per day at Rs. 2,626. The plan is available for a limited period and can be recharged through the BReX platform. Alongside this, BSNL has reduced the price of its Superstar Premium broadband plan to Rs. 799 per month. The plan offers 200Mbps speeds, 5,000GB monthly data, bundled OTT access, and a 20 percent discount on annual payments.
FACT slips into ₹68-cr Q3 loss as margins crack despite 65% revenue surge; fertiliser unit turns red
Fertilizers and Chemicals Travancore Ltd had a Q3 net loss of ₹68 crore despite 65% revenue growth; shares rose 3.88% as both segments saw losses.