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India a key driver of global growth, says IMF spokesperson
IMF spokesperson Julie Kozack, who also heads the Communications Department at the IMF said “India is a key growth engine for the world”
Will Budget bring back FIIs? Morgan Stanley's Ridham Desai expects 3 reforms to revive foreign flows
After $21 billion of sustained selling by foreign institutional investors since early 2025, market strategists are pinning hopes on the Union Budget to revive foreign inflows. Morgan Stanley’s India equity strategist Ridham Desai outlines three key capital market reforms that could help reverse the FII outflow trend and restore investor confidence in Indian equities.
Actor Arvind Swami Says ‘Old Models Will Collapse’ as Leaders Navigate Shackleton Moments
The actor-entrepreneur explains how AI collapses creation timelines, arguing that modern leadership requires unlearning ego and building resilience. The post Actor Arvind Swami Says ‘Old Models Will Collapse’ as Leaders Navigate Shackleton Moments appeared first on Analytics India Magazine.
Amazon Great Republic Day Sale 2026 Goes Live: Best Offers on Smartphones, Electronics
Amazon Great Republic Day Sale 2026 is now live. We've handpicked some of the best tech deals and offers available on the first day of the sale. If you're looking to buy a new smartphone or a laptop, we've got some deals for you. Amazon is also offering no-cost EMI payment options and additional discounts to SBI credit card users during the sale.
Wipro shares rally 4% ahead of Q3 results. What are brokerages expecting?
Wipro shares rose ahead of its Q3 results due later today, as investors tracked expectations of muted growth and margin pressure. Brokerages foresee flat to modest revenue improvement, aided partly by the Harman acquisition, though integration costs and furloughs may weigh on profitability. Street focus remains on guidance, deal momentum and margin outlook.
Kalamkaval Now Streaming on Sony LIV: What You Need to Know About Mammootty’s Malayalam Political Thriller
Inspired by the notorious Cyanide Mohan case, Kalamkaval is a Malayalam crime drama written and directed by Jithin K. Jose. The film stars Mammootty in the lead role as an investigating officer on the hunt for a prolific serial killer. The film is now streaming on Sony LIV in multiple languages, including Malayalam, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.
Shadowfax IPO opens next week; GMP indicates 12% listing gain. Check key details here
Shadowfax Technologies is set to launch its Initial Public Offering (IPO) with a total issue size of Rs 1,907.27 crore. The offering consists of a fresh issue of 8.06 crore equity shares worth Rs 1,000 crore, which will be utilised to fund the company’s growth initiatives.
Silver, gold retreat from record highs on strong U.S. dollar, weak global cues
Commodities trading on the MCX remained shut during the morning session on January 15 due to civic elections in Maharashtra and later resumed trading in the evening session
ICICI Prudential AMC shares surge 7% after Q3 PAT jumps 45% YoY
ICICI Prudential AMC shares rose sharply on Friday after the company posted strong Q3 results, with profit rising 45% year-on-year to Rs 917 crore. Operating performance improved sharply, asset growth remained robust, and equity-led AUM expansion continued. The AMC also announced a dividend and reaffirmed leadership continuity with S. Naren’s reappointment.
Anthropic taps Microsoft veteran Irina Ghose to lead India ops as users surge
Anthropic plans to officially open its Bengaluru office in February, with CEO Dario Amodei scheduled to visit for the launch and the India AI Impact Summit.
11:11 | Trump's Nobel moment; Rupee’s slide; Maharashtra civic poll results; a packed Q3 results slate & more
Good morning! Today’s edition of 11:11 tracks Trump's Nobel moment, the Rupee’s slide to 90.44, Counting in Maharashtra civic polls, what mutual funds bought and sold in December, China’s clampdown hitting metal prices, Infosys’ post-results rally, LTTS and Cipla downgrades, the new income-tax law implications, a packed Q3 results slate, and Anthropic’s India leadership move.
Gold prices retreat from record highs, silver down by Rs 4,700. Are the metals at a turning point?
Gold and silver prices declined on January 16 as stronger U.S. economic data boosted the dollar and reduced expectations of near-term Federal Reserve rate cuts. MCX gold and silver futures fell, while global spot prices eased from record highs. Despite the pullback, both metals remain on track for weekly gains.
The piano man who wants to bring Harvard to Madurai
Strap: Anil Srinivasan built a career dragging pianos into Carnatic concerts. Now he's dragging Ivy League professors into classrooms across India, one project at a time. Story: On his deathbed, Anil Srinivasan got the idea for his next startup. It was 2021, and the pandemic was at its peak. But
Anthropic names ex-Microsoft MD Irina Ghose to head India operations
AI startup Anthropic has tapped former Microsoft India managing director Irina Ghose as its first senior leader in the country, signalling its push to scale in its second-largest market.
iPhone Fold to Feature More Durable Hinge Built Using Liquid Metal Material, Tipster Claims
Apple’s first-ever foldable iPhone, ubiquitously known as the iPhone Fold, is rumoured to finally see the light of day this year. While the Cupertino-based tech giant has yet to confirm its 2026 smartphone lineup, the rumour mill has given us plenty of information about what to expect. As per a recent leak, the iPhone Fold could adopt a different material for its hinge design compared to other foldable smartphone makers.
Amazon Great Republic Day Sale: Top Deals on Smartphones Under Rs. 30,000
Amazon Great Republic Day Sale 2026 went live for all users of the platform on Friday, January 16. If you are looking for a new smartphone under Rs. 30,000, there are plenty of options to choose from. The segment features brands such as OnePlus, Samsung, iQOO, Redmi, and Oppo.
Amazon Great Republic Day Sale: Top Deals on iPhone 17 Pro, iQOO 15, Galaxy S25 Ultra, OnePlus 15, and More Premium Smartphones
Amazon Great Republic Day Sale 2026 is now live in India. If you are looking for a premium smartphone, the ongoing sale brings several compelling choices from brands such as OnePlus, Samsung, and Apple. The iPhone 17 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, and OnePlus 15 are listed with discounted prices. You can also avail payment-based offers and exchange discounts.
India’s power sector offers $500 billion investment potential over next seven years: Manohar Lal
Speaking at the same event, Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary at the Ministry of Power held India is a high-growth market with huge, untapped potential.
Amazon Great Republic Day Sale: Best Deals on OnePlus 15, OnePlus 15R and Other Phones From the Brand
Amazon Great Republic Day Sale 2026 is in full swing, and customers can start placing orders while maximising their savings. The US-based e-commerce platform is offering the best deals on a number of electronics, like smartphones, laptops, TVs, cameras, wireless speakers, truly wireless stereo (TWS) headsets, wearables, and smart home appliances. Gadgets from brands like, Samsung, LG, OnePlus, Apple, Xiaomi, Redmi, Realme, Vivo, Sony, and iQOO, are currently listed on Amazon’s website with exchange bonuses, cashback offers, and easy EMI options.
Redmi Buds 8 Lite Launched With ANC, 12.4mm Drivers, Up to 36 Hours Total Battery Life: Price, Features
Redmi Buds 8 Lite has debuted in select global markets with 12.4mm dynamic drivers, hybrid active noise cancellation up to 42dB, and AI-powered call noise reduction. The earbuds support Bluetooth 5.4, dual-device connectivity, and sound customisation through a companion app. They are said to deliver up to 36 hours of total playback with fast charging support and carry an IP54 rating for dust and splash resistance.
Elon Musk vs OpenAI and Microsoft case heads to jury trial in April as judge allows lawsuit — Here's all we know
Elon Musk's case against AI leaders OpenAI and Microsoft will head to a jury trial in April after a federal judge refused to dismiss the lawsuit, which claims the ChatGPT maker betrayed its charitable mission by becoming a for-profit entity. 
IT stocks lead Sensex, Nifty 50 higher after Infosys raises revenue forecast
Nifty IT index was up 3% with all 10 stocks rising. Wipro rose 3% ahead of its quarterly results later today, even as Infosys shares jumped 5% after Q3 results.
Questions to Consider Newsletter: January 2026 Edition
Is forced consent becoming a policy? And where does the buck stop when algorithms control gig workers? Ponder about these questions and more in this special edition newsletter. The post Questions to Consider Newsletter: January 2026 Edition appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Stock markets rally in early trade driven by surge in Infosys shares
Sensex climbed to 83,726.15 and Nifty went up to 25,743.25