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Smart Joules raises $10 million to scale AI-driven cooling solutions as India’s energy demand surges

Smart Joules plans to channel its new funding into advanced machine learning tools and large-scale cooling infrastructure as it targets rapid expansion across high-demand sectors such as pharmaceuticals, data centres, semiconductors, and commercial real estate. With long-term recurring contracts already in place and project sizes set to grow tenfold, the company is positioning itself to capture a significant share of India’s accelerating clean-tech and energy-efficiency market.

Nadella and Fadnavis launch MahaCrimeOS AI to fast-track cybercrime investigations; Fadnavis announces $1 billion investment by Brookefield to set up GCC in Maharashtra

India, New Zealand discuss ways to fast-track FTA talks

The proposed FTA is expected to further boost trade flows, promote investment linkages, strengthen supply chain resilience, and create a predictable framework for businesses in both countries

Savings shift reshapes India’s markets

Domestic savings are replacing foreign institutional money, boosting stability but exposing new investors to uneven participation and higher risks; booming markets mask access and performance problems, underscoring the need to fix asymmetry and strengthen investor protection

Moonrider raises $6 million in Series A round, aims to start commercial rollout of EV tractors by February 2026

Moonrider’s latest funding round strengthens its shift from engineering to execution as it prepares to deliver its first batch of electric tractors and expand partnerships with large fleet operators in India and overseas. With regulatory approvals secured for all three tractor variants and customer trials underway, the company is now focused on scaling manufacturing, validating performance in the field, and building the supply chain required for wider deployment ahead of its February 2026 commercial launch.

India in final stage of FTA talks with Oman, New Zealand, Chile and Israel as trade discussions intensify

India nears completion of free trade agreements with Oman, New Zealand, Chile and Israel to boost bilateral trade and investment, strengthening economic ties and creating new opportunities for trade, technology and innovation.

Rupee falls 9 paise to close at 89.96 against US dollar

Investors are also awaiting cues from the US-India trade talks, which could boost the rupee in the coming days.

NephroPlus targets global growth with Saudi entry as IPO opens; margin expansion expected

NephroPlus Founder Vikram Vuppala said international business already contributes about 40% of revenue and delivers stronger margins due to significantly higher treatment pricing. India remains the core growth engine, with plans to add 50–60 captive clinics and selective PPP expansion. Scale-driven operating leverage, rising demand from chronic diseases and higher revenue per treatment are expected to enhance profitability as the company continues to grow both domestically and overseas.

Take part in 'Your Money, Your Right' movement: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urges citizens to join the ‘Your Money, Your Right’ campaign, which has already returned ₹2,000 crore in unclaimed bank, insurance and investment assets to rightful owners across India.

Telangana signs ₹5.75 lakh crore pacts as Salman Khan, firms pledge big

Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair praised Telangana’s development over the past decade and said “From its early struggles, the state has reimagined itself as a powerhouse of technology, agriculture, and inclusive growth. In many ways, Telangana has become a model for other parts of the world.”

Godrej Industries' Telangana investment crosses ₹10,000 cr with latest ₹150-cr dairy unit MoU

The MoU was signed on the sidelines of the Telangana Rising Global Summit 2025. Under the agreement, Godrej Jersey will invest ₹150 crore to set up a state-of-the-art dairy processing facility across 40 acres in the state. Shares of Godrej Agrovet Ltd ended at ₹597.80, up by ₹22.10, or 3.84%, on the BSE today, December 9.

IPO buzzers; LG Electronics's bearish coverage; cautious Wall Street; Zaggle's deal with Mastercard and more

Today’s edition breaks down the major IPOs, including Meesho hit D-Street, LG Electroncis's bearish initiation, Anxious Wall Street ahead of Fed call on rate cuts, Blackrock's new investment and an update on the ongoing IndiGo fiasco, all the latest developments, just a click away with CNBC-TV18's 11@11 newsletter