Soft September gets tougher for Indian carriers The September quarter has long been the weakest period for Indian airlines because of seasonal travel patterns. This year, however, that usual lull has been deepened by broader macroeconomic headwinds and a range of operational headaches, leaving carriers to manage a more pronounced slowdown in revenue and profitability. … Read more
Ambuja Cements to Boost Capacity by 10% by FY28 Ambuja Cements, now part of the Adani group, has announced plans to raise its production capacity by about a tenth by fiscal 2028. The move mirrors a similar expansion pace recently outlined by a larger rival, signaling renewed confidence in long-term demand for cement across India. … Read more
Neoliv nears close of maiden ₹1,000 crore fund Neoliv is in the final stages of raising its debut fund of ₹1,000 crore, having secured ₹750 crore so far. The firm plans to launch a larger follow-up fund of ₹2,000 crore in FY27. Fundraising progress The maiden fund is three-quarters subscribed, leaving roughly ₹250 crore to … Read more
Shireen and Deanna Speak Out Sisters Shireen, 73, and Deanna, 72, have given their first media interview, opening up about their long-standing personal connection with Ratan Tata and their worries about the state and future of the Tata Trusts. A personal bond with a business icon Both women described a cordial relationship with Ratan Tata … Read more
Caveat pauses approval and opens path for Mistry to be heard A caveat has been filed on behalf of Mistry, preventing the Charity Commissioner from immediately approving the Trust’s decision to remove him. The move forces the regulator to hear his objections before taking any final action. What a caveat does A caveat is a … Read more
Company leans on strong balance sheet to absorb new investment Management says a healthy balance sheet and ample surplus funds give it room to back a new investment without materially weakening performance metrics. The expectation is that, while the outlay will affect cash positions, it should not become a significant drag on key return ratios … Read more
Zero handling fees give one player an edge in quick commerce One leading quick commerce platform has moved to zero handling and platform fees, setting it apart from rivals that still charge customers for order handling. This change makes the platform the only mainstream player to remove these charges entirely, reshaping the immediate pricing landscape … Read more
A shift in how people eat After a period dominated by home delivery, food-tech platforms are seeing out-of-home consumption regain importance. Consumers are returning to restaurants, food halls and events, and platforms are adapting to capture a larger slice of that activity. The change is more than a temporary rebound — it is reshaping product … Read more
Major $25 million commitment to longevity research Deepinder Goyal, the co-founder of a leading foodtech company, has pledged $25 million toward longevity research. The move adds momentum to a growing domestic interest in extending healthy human life and builds on trends popularised by high-profile entrepreneurs abroad. What the funding means The capital will flow into … Read more
Heavy reliance on one client raises alarms In its updated draft IPO papers, Shadowfax disclosed that nearly half of its ₹2,485-crore operating revenue in FY25 came from a single large client. That level of client concentration highlights a common vulnerability for third-party service providers — one major customer can move the needle on an entire … Read more