What the restriction means The recent order limits the NoC to irrigation-related concerns and makes it explicitly temporary. In practice, that means authorities will evaluate and clear a project only for its impact on irrigation — not for broader environmental, land-use, building, or long-term water rights issues. The certificate should not be read as a … Read more
China launches national and regional venture funds worth billions China has officially launched a national venture capital fund and three large regional funds, together worth billions of dollars. The move is part of a broader government push to foster home-grown tech champions and improve investment efficiency across the innovation ecosystem. Why the funds matter The … Read more
Judge Rejects Najib’s Claim of Ignorance in 1MDB Trial In what has been described as his most consequential courtroom appearance, former Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak faced a forceful rebuke from the presiding judge in the major 1MDB trial. The judge dismissed arguments that Najib was unaware of wrongdoing and drew a direct link between … Read more
A practical gift to offset construction noise Mark Zuckerberg has taken an uncommon approach to managing neighborhood friction: he gifted noise-cancelling headphones to nearby residents in Palo Alto while work continues on his residential compound. The move aims to reduce the immediate discomfort created by construction noise and appears designed to smooth relations with neighbors … Read more
India’s insurance landscape underwent a decisive transformation in 2025. A major law change opened the sector to full foreign ownership, while rapid advances in technology and a renewed push for financial inclusion reshaped how policies are designed, sold and serviced. The combined effect has been a surge of capital, competition and product innovation that is … Read more
Samsung has decided not to pursue a primary stock listing in India and will instead concentrate on boosting sales and market share through deeper product integration and new consumer finance options. The shift reflects a strategic focus on technology upgrades and local demand stimulation rather than a domestic listing move. Why India still matters India … Read more
Why AI hiring is heating up Demand for artificial intelligence skills has surged across industries, and technology firms are expanding their teams to meet growing client needs. This has translated into aggressive hiring drives focused on candidates who can build, deploy and maintain AI-powered solutions. For fresh graduates in engineering and computer science, this is … Read more
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has fined the ed‑tech coaching firm ₹11 lakh for publishing advertisements that the regulator found misleading about its students’ performance in the UPSC examinations. The move highlights growing regulatory scrutiny of claims made by education platforms and the rising expectation that promotional material be accurate and verifiable. What the … Read more
Rohit Shroff, a Bengaluru-based entrepreneur, has said he paid about ₹4 crore in taxes — both GST and income tax — and expressed frustration that the country treats its most compliant contributors “with suspicion by default.” The comment, made in an online post, has touched a nerve with many in the business community who juggle … Read more
Private equity move aims to fold Bengaluru chain into a larger food platform A Dubai-based private equity firm is exploring a plan to fold a Bengaluru-based restaurant chain into a larger food platform. The strategy reflects a wider push by investors to back mid-sized dining brands and create consolidated, scalable businesses in the food and … Read more