P.E. Analytics to launch AI-powered real estate intelligence platform

P.E. Analytics to launch AI-powered real estate intelligence platform

Business | Updated: Mar 03, 2026

  • P.E. Analytics reports 96 percent revenue growth since FY22
  • AI-driven real estate platform to launch in India, then globally
  • MoU signed with Cambridge for real estate education in India
Graduate unemployment at 40%: Azim Premji University report warns of dwindling window to convert youth bulge into economic gain

Graduate unemployment at 40%: Azim Premji University report warns of dwindling window to convert youth bulge into economic gain

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • India's working-age population share will decline after 2030
  • Most new jobs since 2021 are in agriculture, mainly for women
  • Graduate unemployment among youth remains high at nearly 40%
Zydus, Lupin sign agreement to co‑market weight-loss semaglutide injection in India

Zydus, Lupin sign agreement to co‑market weight-loss semaglutide injection in India

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • Zydus and Lupin to co-market semaglutide injection in India
  • Lupin gains semi-exclusive rights, to sell under Semanext, Livarise
  • Semaglutide pen treats diabetes and aids weight loss
Top-up health insurance explained: How it can boost your medical cover at a lower cost

Top-up health insurance explained: How it can boost your medical cover at a lower cost

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • Top-up health insurance increases coverage at a lower premium.
  • Deductible must be paid before top-up cover activates.
  • Super top-up plans cover cumulative medical expenses in a year.
Nifty may fall to 21,000 if crude stays above $100 amid US-Iran war; use correction to buy these stocks: Emkay

Nifty may fall to 21,000 if crude stays above $100 amid US-Iran war; use correction to buy these stocks: Emkay

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • Nifty may fall 10 percent if crude stays above $100 for months
  • High oil prices may increase deficit, inflation, and impact earnings
  • Correction seen as temporary; select stocks offer long-term value
What hurt IDBI Bank's divestment? Govt to mull next steps 

What hurt IDBI Bank's divestment? Govt to mull next steps 

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • IDBI Bank stake sale failed due to valuation and legacy concerns
  • Investors raised concerns over management, operations, and HR issues.
  • Government may restart sale, lessons for future disinvestment
Godrej Energy Solutions eyes 15% growth in order book by FY27 led by power infra, clean energy

Godrej Energy Solutions eyes 15% growth in order book by FY27 led by power infra, clean energy

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • Godrej Energy Solutions expects 15% order book growth by FY27
  • Strong project pipeline of Rs 2,600 crore by FY26
  • Expanding in Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, UP, and Tamil Nadu
Raghav Chadha proposes optional joint filing of income tax returns for married couples: What it could mean for you if implemented

Raghav Chadha proposes optional joint filing of income tax returns for married couples: What it could mean for you if implemented

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • Raghav Chadha proposes optional joint ITR for married couples.
  • Joint filing aims to ease tax burden for single-income families.
  • ICAI and experts back joint taxation for fairness and compliance.
Found a wrong charge on your credit card bill? Here is how to dispute it properly

Found a wrong charge on your credit card bill? Here is how to dispute it properly

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • Check credit card statements for unfamiliar or duplicate charges
  • Contact the merchant first for billing errors or refunds
  • Dispute charges with your card issuer within 30-60 days.
Fractal Analytics shares rise 5% on launch of LLM Studio to bring GenAI customisation

Fractal Analytics shares rise 5% on launch of LLM Studio to bring GenAI customisation

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • Fractal Analytics shares rise 4.6 percent after LLM Studio launch.
  • LLM Studio enables GenAI customisation using NVIDIA NeMo and NIM.
  • Platform to be demonstrated at NVIDIA GTC 2026 in San Jose.
India-Gulf bloc FTA talks likely only in second half of the year as Iran war rages

India-Gulf bloc FTA talks likely only in second half of the year as Iran war rages

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • India-GCC FTA talks delayed to second half of 2026
  • West Asia conflict hikes India's oil shipping costs
  • GCC is India's top West Asian trade partner at $178B.
Gold slips amid Iran war turmoil; what should investors do?

Gold slips amid Iran war turmoil; what should investors do?

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • Gold prices fell 1.6 percent over 11 days, ending at Rs 1,56,600.
  • Decline due to strong dollar, high yields, and profit-taking.
  • Experts recommend staggered investments and long-term focus.
Macquarie set to acquire stake in CDPQ’s roads InvIT Maple for up to $350 million

Macquarie set to acquire stake in CDPQ’s roads InvIT Maple for up to $350 million

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • Macquarie to acquire minority stake in Maple Infrastructure for $300M+
  • Macquarie and CDPQ to co-manage and equally own InvIT
  • Maple InvIT manages seven NHAI toll roads spanning 3,328 lane km
Nifty Midcap, Smallcap indices extend rebound, rise up to 0.7% after 4-day fall; metals lead gains

Nifty Midcap, Smallcap indices extend rebound, rise up to 0.7% after 4-day fall; metals lead gains

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • Midcap and smallcap indices rebound after four days of losses
  • Metal and industrial stocks lead gains across sectors
  • India VIX drops over 7 percent, easing market volatility
Eased IPO float norms may enable fairer pricing, prevent muted mega listings, say experts

Eased IPO float norms may enable fairer pricing, prevent muted mega listings, say experts

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • New rules let large firms list with smaller initial public floats
  • Companies can dilute shares gradually, easing IPO execution
  • Phased approach helps fair pricing and prevents liquidity drain
Missed SIP installments because your account had insufficient balance? How to prevent repeat failures

Missed SIP installments because your account had insufficient balance? How to prevent repeat failures

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • SIP failures often occur due to insufficient account balance.
  • Align SIP debit dates with income cycles to reduce failures.
  • Set alerts and keep a cushion to avoid missed SIP payments.
‘A new era is beginning’: Here's why Piyush Goyal sees India gaining ground in global trade | Video

‘A new era is beginning’: Here's why Piyush Goyal sees India gaining ground in global trade | Video

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • India enters a new era of global trade, says Minister Goyal
  • Service exports stabilize trade, balancing goods market fluctuations.
  • India's trade deficit stays moderate due to FDI and remittances
Kotak plans $2 billion private credit fund as India demand rises

Kotak plans $2 billion private credit fund as India demand rises

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • Kotak aims to raise $2 billion for its third private credit fund.
  • Fund focuses on data centers, pharma, steel, and cement sectors.
  • India's private credit market grew 35% to $12.4 billion in 2025.
GSP Crop Science IPO subscribed 65% on day 2 of issue so far; QIB, NII portion fully subscribed - Check GMP

GSP Crop Science IPO subscribed 65% on day 2 of issue so far; QIB, NII portion fully subscribed - Check GMP

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • GSP Crop Science IPO subscribed 65 percent on day two, so far.
  • QIBs subscribed 1.28 times, retail quota at 15 percent.
  • IPO closes March 18, allotment expected by March 20.
CoinSwitch launches crypto custody solution DigiVault for HNIs, institutions, family offices

CoinSwitch launches crypto custody solution DigiVault for HNIs, institutions, family offices

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • CoinSwitch unveils DigiVault for secure crypto custody in India
  • DigiVault supports over 1,000 assets across 120 blockchains
  • DigiVault, built with Fireblocks, offers compliance and custom pricing.
Sarvodaya Healthcare acquires Niira Radia-founded Nayati Hospital through IBC route

Sarvodaya Healthcare acquires Niira Radia-founded Nayati Hospital through IBC route

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • Sarvodaya acquires Nayati Hospital Mathura for Rs.120 crore.
  • Sarvodaya's bed capacity rises from 800 to 1,200 beds.
  • Revived hospital to offer super-specialty care by June 2026.
US-Iran war puts $1.3 billion worth of investments of 800 Indian small companies at risk

US-Iran war puts $1.3 billion worth of investments of 800 Indian small companies at risk

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • Iran war puts $1.3 billion UAE investment by Indian SMEs at risk
  • Retail and hospitality firms face $400 million exposure in UAE
  • Most SMEs lack war insurance, increasing vulnerability to losses
BNP Paribas Cardif in talks to buy Warburg Pincus’ 26% stake in IndiaFirst Life at $350 million valuation

BNP Paribas Cardif in talks to buy Warburg Pincus’ 26% stake in IndiaFirst Life at $350 million valuation

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • BNP Paribas Cardif nears deal to buy 26% stake in IndiaFirst Life
  • Deal could value IndiaFirst Life Insurance at about $350 million
  • IndiaFirst Life Insurance has over 16 million customers
'If you don’t help yourself, neither can the company': KPIT CEO urges staff to be AI-ready

'If you don’t help yourself, neither can the company': KPIT CEO urges staff to be AI-ready

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • KPIT Technologies reduces fresher hiring by 30-40% due to AI shift
  • Hiring cycle reduced from 12 months to 6 months at KPIT
  • KPIT focuses on AI-ready talent and capability-driven hiring
Smartphone PLI 2.0 likely in 3-4 weeks; Apple, Samsung to gain big as industry seeks higher incentives

Smartphone PLI 2.0 likely in 3-4 weeks; Apple, Samsung to gain big as industry seeks higher incentives

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • Government plans successor to mobile PLI scheme expiring March 31
  • New scheme aims for higher outlay and stronger export support
  • Policy stability to sustain India's smartphone export growth
Markets in red: Sensex falls 600 pts from day's high, Nifty below 23,400: 7 key reasons behind market decline

Markets in red: Sensex falls 600 pts from day's high, Nifty below 23,400: 7 key reasons behind market decline

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • Sensex and Nifty slipped after early gains due to profit booking.
  • IT, FMCG, and financial shares led losses amid Fed policy jitters.
  • Rupee weakened as crude prices rose and FIIs continued selling.
Steel cos seek relief from govt over propane supply: sources

Steel cos seek relief from govt over propane supply: sources

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • Steel companies request propane and butane amid supply shortages
  • Government prioritizes LPG, impacting coated steel production
  • JSW Steel unit faces potential shutdown due to propane shortage
Redington shares fall up to 5% as arm's operations in Gulf region disrupted amid ongoing war

Redington shares fall up to 5% as arm's operations in Gulf region disrupted amid ongoing war

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • Redington shares drop 5% amid Gulf region disruptions.
  • Operations in Gulf restricted amid geopolitical tensions.
  • Freight, insurance, and logistics costs have increased.
Fuel shortage, rising costs threaten production of gloves, syringes and other medical supplies

Fuel shortage, rising costs threaten production of gloves, syringes and other medical supplies

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • Wadi Surgicals stops production after HPCL halts LPG supply
  • West Asia conflict raises medical plastic and energy costs
  • AiMeD calls for quicker GST refunds to avoid job cuts and shortages
Eternal shares rise over 4% to emerge as top Sensex gainer on value buying; JM Financial sees up to 80% upside

Eternal shares rise over 4% to emerge as top Sensex gainer on value buying; JM Financial sees up to 80% upside

Business | Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • Eternal Ltd shares rose over 4% amid value buying on March 17
  • Brokerage sees up to 80% upside for Eternal in next 12 months
  • Blinkit and Zomato expected to show strong order growth