TECHNOLOGY
Best smart TVs under Rs 30,000: Sony, OnePlus, Samsung, Acer lead the feature-rich pack
Looking for a budget-friendly smart TV under Rs 30,000? Discover top picks from brands like Nokia, OnePlus, Xiaomi, Samsung, Sony, and Acer, offering great features and value for money.
TRENDS
Unseen obstacles for new electric vehicle owners in India
I moved to an EV this year and I am almost glad I did.
BUSINESS
SoftBank plans to sell part stake in PB Fintech in fresh block deal of around $105 mn
In December 2022, the Japanese investor sold 5.1 per cent stake in PB Fintech
BUSINESS
Manappuram Finance arm Asirvad Micro Finance files for Rs 1,500 cr IPO
In February 2015, the Kerala-based gold loan provider acquired a significant majority stake in the Chennai-based microfinance firm as part of a diversification strategy
BUSINESS
Ashish Jhaveri joins Jefferies as head of i-banking, India
Over the past 2 years, Jefferies has bulked up its India investment banking team with other key hires in the equity capital market and tech teams.
TECHNOLOGY
9 new features in the iPhone 15 series that are first-ever in any smartphone
Some of the biggest updates on the iPhone 15 devices are around the camera. And one of the most welcome changes is USB-C charging. Apple finally has done away with its trademark Lighting cable and opted for a more universal USB-C charging.
BUSINESS
Niva Bupa grew 4x in 4 years; may attempt IPO in 15 months, says True North's Divya Sehgal
Sehgal believes private equity interest will continue in the health insurance segment. In the financial services space, True North also backs NBFC FedFina and Fincare Small Finance Bank
TRENDS
Premium rums for your home bar: Say cheers to Bacardi, Ron Zacapa, Havana Club, Mount Gay and more
Rum is making a comeback in India, with a 24.94% YoY growth in 2021, largely driven by dark rum. Mixologists are embracing spiced and white rums, and dark aged rums are gaining interest among Indian spirits enthusiasts. Check out these 7 premium rums for your home bar.
BUSINESS
Bajaj Finance plans mega $800mn-$1bn fund raise; engages JM Fin, Citi, Morgan Stanley & BofA Securities
On August 5, Moneycontrol was the first to report that another NBFC, Murugappa Group-backed Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Co , had shortlisted advisors to raise upto Rs 4,000 crore via a QIP which was likely to launch in September
TRAVEL
World Tourism Day 2023: Should you take a cruise holiday on your next Mediterranean trip?
While one often finds enough Indians on various cruise trips, the Cruise Lines Association revealed that just 201,000 Indians took a cruise vacation in 2022, compared to 11.9 million Americans. But the India numbers are growing. The key to picking your cruise holiday is pricing.
BUSINESS
Quadria Capital-backed Akums, India's largest contract manufacturer of drugs, kicks off 2024 IPO plans
Private equity firm Quadria Capital recently made a complete exit from its portfolio company Concord Biotech which made its public debut last month
TRENDS
Should you buy the new iPhone 15 or iPhone 15 Pro?
2023 might go down as a year where the iPhone line-up saw a significant upgrade. This was no radical overhaul like the iPhone X back in 2017 and yet there are some noticeable differences.
BUSINESS
Nirma makes big pharma push; acquires 75% in Glenmark Life Sciences for Rs 5,651 cr
With this acquisition, Nirma group founded by Dr Karsanbhai Patel has forayed into the API segment. Glenmark Pharma, the parent of Glenmark Life Sciences will use the deal proceeds towards repayment of debt
BUSINESS
ChrysCapital & Peak XV backed Awfis picks 3 i-banks for 2024 IPO; first ever by a co-working space startup
Chennai based Awfis competes with the likes of WeWork, Smartworks and Tablespace. The segment has seen a sharp recovery post Covid-19 with a bulk of the demand coming from the IT sector.
BUSINESS
Shell weighs strategic review of Sprng Energy in India post $1.5 billion buyout
Set up in 2017 by sustainable infrastructure investor Actis, Pune based Sprng Energy supplies solar and wind power to electricity distribution companies in India.
BUSINESS
Veteran i-banker Ravi Kapoor turns entrepreneurial with deal advisory and investment firm SACS Partners
Kapoor has more than 35 years of banking and capital markets experience and has led several marquee deals across equity capital markets, debt capital markets, mergers & acquisitions and acquisition financing.
BUSINESS
MC Interview | ChrysCapital's Kunal Shroff sees bigger trend of larger stake sales and control deals
ChrysCapital has struck more than 100 deals in India, raised $5 billion over nine funds and returned $6.5 billion to investors. The leading private equity firm backs companies ranging from Lenskart and Bandhan MF to Mankind Pharma and GMM Pfaudler
BUSINESS
Why is ChrysCapital excited about the block deal boom?
2023 has been an active year for block deals and according to data from Prime Database, PE and venture capital firms exited investments worth Rs 57,338 crores through block deals between January and August as compared to Rs 41,051 crores during same period last year
TRENDS
4 reasons to visit Indore, from 56 food stalls at Chappan Dukan to the scenic drive to Jam Gate
In many ways Indore captures the energy of new India. It’s the heart of India, where the traditions of the past converge with optimism for the future.
BUSINESS
Swiggy, PayU hold I-banker pitches and gear up for mega 2024 IPOs
In its last announced fund raise, Swiggy mopped up $700 mn in January 2022 at a valuation of $10.7 bn. PayU had sealed a deal with Billdesk to acquire the latter for $4.7 billion in August 2021. However, in a sudden twist, the company terminated the mega deal in October 2022.
TRENDS
Best Bourbons for your home bar: Say cheers to Jim Beam, Jefferson's Reserve, Wild Turkey and more
Best Bourbons in India: Explore our list of the best Bourbons you can collect for your home bar. From Maker's Mark's signature red wax seal to the rich history of Elijah Craig Small Batch, Jim Beam Black's full-bodied flavour and Woodford Reserve's fruity notes, these are what enthusiasts choose for their home bar.
TRAVEL
36 hours in Interlaken, Switzerland
Bollywood director the late Yash Chopra brought Switzerland to our screens, the Swiss town of Interlaken pays him a tribute with a statue. That's an added attraction for Swiss-bound Indian tourists.
TRAVEL
36 hours in New York City
The city that has remained Hollywood director Martin Scorsese's muse. From viewing decks offering panoramas of the world’s most iconic skyline to museums with notable artworks, Broadway musicals, world cuisines, parks and never-ending walks, the Big Apple is a city of myriad experiences.
TECHNOLOGY
Best smartphone for photography: These phones under Rs 30,000 have the best cameras
Best smartphones for photography: These are the best smartphones under Rs 30,000 that boast of top cameras. You can choose from Google Pixel 6a, Samsung Galaxy S20 FE, OnePlus Nord CE 3 5G, Motorola Edge 40, OPPO Reno 10 5G, and POCO F5 5G.
