Electronics and IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw NEW DELHI: Govt’s efforts to deepen the Indian component ecosystem for electronics has received a massive boost, with domestic and international companies putting in applications for investing over Rs 1.1 lakh crore in new projects, almost twice to the original target. This has the potential to result in creating…
Dhanush’s debut as both director and lead in ‘Idli Kadai’ has kicked off with a bang, raking in over Rs 21 crore net in India in just two days. The film impressed with a hearty Day 2 collection of Rs 10 crore, following a robust Rs 11 crore on its opening day. Dhanush’s directorial and…
Jasprit Bumrah surpasses Kapil Dev (Agency Photos) Jasprit Bumrah achieved a new milestone during the first Test against West Indies in Ahmedabad on Thursday. The Indian fast bowler became the fastest to reach 50 Test wickets at home, accomplishing this feat in just 1,747 deliveries.This record surpassed Mohammed Shami, who needed 2,267 balls to achieve…
MUMBAI: India’s capital markets have been resilient, defying global slowdown on the back of robust support from domestic investors, allowing a spate of startups to go public. This has been “the single biggest” positive development for all private market investors, said Shailendra Singh, MD at Peak XV Partners. This is the first time India’s capital…
‘sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari’ released in theatres on October 2 on the occasion of ‘Dussehra’ and Gandhi Jayanti. The film sees Varun Dhawan opposite Janhvi Kapoor. The duo had worked together earlier in ‘Bawaal’. It also stars Rohit Saraf, Sanya Malhotra and is directed by Shashank Khaitan. The film being a romcom was expected…
MUMBAI: Abu Dhabi’s ruling family-owned International Holding Company (IHC) will acquire a 41.2% stake in Sammaan Capital (formerly Indiabulls Housing) for Rs 8,850 crore. At about $1 billion, this is the largest foreign investment in India’s NBFC space.The investment will be made through preferential allotment of equity and warrants at Rs 139 per share, below…
BENGALURU: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is under scrutiny as lawmakers in both the US and UK press CEO K Krithivasan for answers regarding the company’s employment practices and cybersecurity protocols. US Senators Charles E Grassley and Richard J Durbin from the senate judiciary committee wrote to TCS CEO K Krithivasan, raising concerns about the company’s…
Rishab Shetty’s highly anticipated prequel, Kantara Chapter 1, has made a sensational start, crossing ₹65 crore on its opening day. This major pan-India Dusshera release surpassed several big hits, including Rajinikanth’s Coolie, showcasing its immense appeal. Celebrities like Prabhas and Jr NTR have lauded the film, directed by and starring National Award winner Rishab Shetty,…
MUMBAI: Less than one out of 10 households in India (9.5%) invest in securities market-related financial products like stocks and mutual funds, a Sebi survey showed. This is despite 63% of the country’s total 33.7 crore households knowing about at least one of these products.Among states, nearly 21% of households in Delhi invest in securities…
Khalid Jamil is preparing India for two big games against Singapore Panaji: When India chose Khalid Jamil as the national team coach, everyone – at least those who’ve known him over the years – knew what to expect. Defensively solid teams, substance over style, and a robust approach to the games where opportunities, even if…
