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Telangana Unveils Life Sciences Policy 2026–30 at Davos, Targets $25 Bn Investments
The policy proposes developing 10 Pharma Villages and expanding Genome Valley and the Medical Devices Park. The post Telangana Unveils Life Sciences Policy 2026–30 at Davos, Targets $25 Bn Investments appeared first on Analytics India Magazine .
Davos 2026: Infosys CEO Salil Parekh sees AI-led growth opportunities outweighing headwinds
Infosys CEO Salil Parekh at Davos said AI is driving growth, with over 90 percent top clients engaged in AI projects. Financial services and energy sectors show improving demand.
‘Don’t use ChatGPT’: Elon Musk reignites feud with Sam Altman, OpenAI CEO hits back with Tesla Autopilot jab
Elon Musk and Sam Altman spar on social media over safety concerns related to ChatGPT and Tesla's Autopilot. Musk advised against using ChatGPT, while Altman highlighted Tesla's Autopilot fatalities and the importance of protecting vulnerable users from AI risks.
Enerzolve Nets $5.1 Mn To Build Infrastructure For Intelligent Energy Systems
Bengaluru-based deeptech startup Enerzolve Smart Technologies has raised $5.1 Mn (about INR 46.7 Cr) in its seed round co-led by…
Education Budget 2026: What School, College And EdTech Leaders Want
As Budget 2026 nears, education leaders seek deeper reforms beyond higher spending, with focus on quality, skilling, research, teacher training and aligning education with jobs.
LTIMindtree and Persistent Found Growth Where Big IT Couldn’t
Analysts had expected LTIMindtree to grow only 2.2%, and Persistent 3.1%. Both cleared the bar. The post LTIMindtree and Persistent Found Growth Where Big IT Couldn’t appeared first on Analytics India Magazine .
Arkahub Secures $2 Mn To Scale Residential Solar Power Solutions
Rooftop solar solutions provider Arkahub has secured $2 Mn (INR 18.3 Cr) in a seed funding round led by Kae…
Tariffs be damned: Global CEOs are still betting on India
Global CEOs see India as a top investment spot for 2026. Strong economic growth, a large consumer base, and stable policies are key attractions. India's economy is expanding rapidly, outpacing many nations. Reforms in taxation and labor laws further boost confidence. This makes India a resilient and attractive destination for international capital amid global slowdowns.
Allcargo Global elevates founder’s son Vaishnav Shetty to deputy managing director post in leadership succession
The appointment has been approved by the Board of Directors and comes at a critical juncture of Allcargo Group’s ongoing restructuring exercise, under which its businesses are being reorganised into four independent and focused entities
Ashwini Vaishnaw attends WEF 2026 at Davos, participates in roundtable with semiconductor CEOs
Following the meeting, Vaishnaw, in a post on X, said that Bharat is building a complete semiconductor industry. He also highlighted Google's investment in India.
IRFC, RVNL to IRCON: Railway Stocks In Focus As Experts Pick Top Bets Ahead Of Budget 2026
Market experts expect the government’s focus in Budget 2026 to remain on consolidation, execution and modernisation
Aritra S is global head–human resources, STL Digital
Aritra S has joined STL Digital, a global IT services and consulting company, as global head–human resources. She was earlier with GlobalLogic as HR director|HR head-technology, since 2022 . An alumna of XLRI Jamshedpur and SP Jain School of Global Management, Aritra S served Wipro Technologies as an HR executive for over three years, from [...] The post Aritra S is global head–human resources, STL Digital appeared first on HR Katha .
How AI is reshaping India’s pharma and healthcare playbook
AI is expected to shift from pilots to scale in Indian pharma by 2026, with BCG noting that early adoption is already accelerating drug discovery and delivering measurable outcomes.
Budget 2026: Auto Industry Seeks EV Incentives, GST Clarity After GST 2.0-Led Recovery
Easier financing conditions and a recovery in consumer sentiment supported broad-based growth in passenger vehicles, two-wheelers and commercial vehicles
Is OnePlus shutting down? India CEO denies ‘dismantling’ reports as rumours swirl
“We are operating as usual and will continue to do so. Never Settle,” OnePlus India CEO Robin Liu says on X, amid reports of a “dismantling” by Oppo.
InvAscent-backed Ankura Hospitals may raise ₹400-500 crore, appoints banker
The development comes less than a year after Ankura Hospitals raised funds to expand its operations, and at a time when investor interest in the mother and child care market has been steadily rising
Exfinity Venture Partners makes full capital return for Fund II from recent exits
Exfinity Venture Partners has completed three strategic exits in the past 12 months and has initiated fundraising for its fourth fund.
Govt to pump ₹5,000 cr into SIDBI to step up credit for MSMEs
The Union Cabinet has approved a Rs 5,000 crore equity infusion into SIDBI to boost credit for MSMEs. This capital, released over three years, aims to increase financial assistance recipients from 76.26 lakh to 1.02 crore by 2028, potentially creating over a crore new jobs.
UFBU calls for all-India bank strike on January 27 demanding five-day work week
In the event of the protest going ahead as planned, there will be no branch services for four days consequently as banks will remain closed on January 24, 25 and 26
“Operating as usual”: OnePlus holds ground amid rumours of its departure
OnePlus has emerged from a tough last few quarters for a number of reasons, but hopes its latest flagship portfolio will revive its market share challenge
Kitchenware startup Cumin Co. raises $5M in pre-Series A round
The startup plans to use the capital to expand its research-led product portfolio across cookware and kitchen essentials and strengthen its supply chain and product development capabilities as it scales.
WEF 2026: Adani Group sets out ₹6 trillion investment blueprint for India
Presenting its plans at the 56th World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos, the conglomerate said the investments span Maharashtra, Assam and Jharkhand and reflect a strategic shift from standalone asset creation to integrated, technology-led infrastructure platforms
Aerem Raises $15 Mn To Offer Solar Financing Solutions
Solar financing startup Aerem Solutions has raised $15 Mn (around INR 137 Cr) in its pre-Series B funding round led…
Big Tech is Running Out of Carbon Credits. Enter Indian Startup Varaha
Varaha is one of Asia’s leading developers of carbon removal credits, working with over 100,000 farmers. The post Big Tech is Running Out of Carbon Credits. Enter Indian Startup Varaha appeared first on Analytics India Magazine .