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US intelligence believes Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang had relationship with 'Chinese spy': What we know
US intelligence believes Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang had a relationship with a Chinese businesswoman suspected of spying for Beijing. The allegations have triggered fresh scrutiny of Nvidia's China links and security risks.
Angel One identifies seven stocks across banking, finance, pharmaceuticals, jewellery, engineering and defence, highlighting their earnings growth potential and expected upside as investors approach Samvat 2083.
Delhi schools to hold classes up to Class 5 in hybrid mode as pollution worsens
The Delhi Directorate of Education has mandated that all schools offer hybrid classes for students up to class 5. This decision comes in response to the deteriorating air quality in the national capital. Classes will allow for both in-person and online attendance to accommodate students' needs. School heads must notify parents and guardians about these arrangements promptly. Education officials will visit schools to ensure the implementation of these new directives.
FDA investigates tumour risk linked to Novartis Zolgensma gene therapy
The investigation follows disclosures of tumour cases in children, prompting fresh scrutiny of the safety of the one-time gene therapy
OpenAI raises $11 billion at $1.25 trillion valuation amid concerns over AI spending and regulation
OpenAI has secured $11 billion in the first tranche of a funding round valuing it at $1.25 trillion, with the total potentially reaching $20 billion. The fundraising comes amid a tech sell-off and growing investor concerns over AI spending and regulation.
Noel Tata to retire as Titan Vice-Chairman on November 12 under Tata Group age policy
The November 5 disclosure specifies his exit from Titans board, while leaving open questions about his leadership positions across other group companies
Anthropic IPO valuation: Why investors are lowering expectations after Wall Street sell-off
Anthropic's IPO valuation expectations have fallen sharply after a Wall Street sell-off, with investors now discussing a range of $1.2 trillion to $1.3 trillion, down from earlier expectations of up to $2 trillion.
India moves to set standards for hydrogen-powered trucks
Decarbonising freight transport is important because diesel trucks account for around 5% of India's vehicle fleet but contribute 34% of the transport sector's carbon emissions
The Economic Times wishes you and your loved ones a very happy and prosperous Diwali 2026
Noel Tata appointed Voltas Chairman Emeritus; Sunil DSouza to take over as Chairman
The Tata Group company has outlined a phased leadership transition, with changes involving its board and senior management taking effect over coming months
Mphasis, Coforge shine in strong Q2 for IT midcaps while Sonata faces seasonal headwinds
Mid-sized IT firms delivered mixed Q2 results amid macro headwinds, with Mphasis and Coforge posting strong growth while Sonata faced seasonal pressures.
QatarEnergy eyes NextDecade Train 6 supply in latest US LNG push, sources say
NEXT DECADE-QE/SUPPLY DEAL:QatarEnergy eyes NextDecade Train 6 supply in latest US LNG push, sources say
Walleye to Return $2 Billion to Clients in Stocks Trading Reset
Walleye Capital plans to return about $2 billion to clients following its decision to cut back on equities trading.
Angan Guha is the former Birlasoft CEO. In Wipro, Guha will report to Srini Pallia, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director.
Dhanteras special | DDA offers 445 MIG flats from 43 lakh: Check booking amount and eligibility
The prices of the MIG flats range from approximately 43 lakh to 1.1 crore. The final cost will depend on the size of the flat, its location, category and applicable charges.
PVR INOX Ltd is offering a curated all-vegetarian menu to celebrate Ramayana release. It is also offering a special collection of Rudraksha which moviegoers can take home.
Frontier Raas expands retail footprint with new Ahmedabad store; Kangana Ranaut attends launch
Indian ethnic and occasionwear brand Frontier Raas inaugurated its new store in Ahmedabad on November 1, 2026, marking another step in its retail expansion.
Netflix has unveiled plans for a live action prequel series titled Other Worlds: A Stranger Things Adventure, which will delve into various characters and supernatural tales set in the 1950s. Spearheaded by co-creator Kate Trefry and director Joe Wright, this project seeks to broaden the beloved Stranger Things universe. With production slated for New Mexico, fans can anticipate its premiere in 2028 while enjoying older seasons.
The appliance has separate storage for flour and water, along with a glass container for the sourdough starter. Users load flour and water into their respective compartments and keep their starter in the glass crock. The measured quantities of flour and water are automatically dispensed by the machine. The ingredients are mixed into the starter according to the selected feeding schedule.
Apple's predictive text curbs vulgar, sensitive, drug-related phrases
An undisclosed multilingual list restricts iPhone autocomplete and swipe-typing suggestions for thousands of words and phrases, including politically sensitive terms
Zomato launches limitless delivery; how the new service works and what it offers check details here
Zomato has launched Limitless Delivery feature in seven Indian cities, allowing customers to order from restaurants up to 40 km away. Details here.
Madhavan Hariharan to take over as Birlasoft CEO
Less than an hour after Birlasoft announced the exit of CEO Angan Guha, Wipro announced his appointment as the head of one of its largest business lines, Americas 2.
Officials from Enforcement Directorate visited Neblios Bengaluru office as a part of a routine enquiry, the company says
AvenuesAI Q2 revenue jumps 47% as AI-first fintech transformation gathers momentum
AvenuesAI reported a steady set of second-quarter FY27 numbers, with the company continuing to build momentum behind its broader transformation from a payments gateway-led business into an AI-first financial technology infrastructure platform.
Once operational, the solar project is expected to produce 810 million units (MUs) of renewable electricity annually. It is also estimated to prevent around 103,820 tonnes of carbon emissions every year.
Premier Energies Q2 net profit rises 31% to 462.4 crore
The renewable energy company had clocked a net profit of 353.4 crore in the second quarter of preceding financial year, the company said in an exchange filing on Thursday
Marico to acquire 51% stake in Bonorizon Consumer Ventures for 35 crore
The FMCG major will acquire the stake through primary subscription and retain the right to purchase the remaining equity after three years, subject to certain conditions
The dispute centres on whether Ann's daughter, Christine Giurdanella-Renzi, and the family's former lawyer can be barred from invoking the missed deadline because of alleged concealment and conflicts of interest.
TTK Prestige Q2 profit surges 65% to 104.4 crore as domestic sales drive growth
Domestic sales grew 23.4% to 944.5 crore, while export sales declined to 14.8 crore from 21.3 crore a year ago
ONGC expects to acquire operatorship rights in Venezuelan oil projects in 3-6 months time
ONGC holds 40% interest in Venezuelas San Cristobal oil project and 11% stake in Carabobo project.
Chandra hire DSouza is Voltas chair; Trent MD joins board
The appointment puts one of Noels longest-held board positions in the hands of an executive hired by Tata Sons chairman N. Chandrasekaran, who chairs Tata Consumer, and is Noel's rival in a deepening leadership tussle within the group.
This Samvat, can large companies learn to think like entrepreneurs?
As the new Samvat begins, large companies must embrace entrepreneurial thinking, foster innovation and build the agility to respond to uncertainty rather than rely solely on budgets and forecasts
Aster DM Q2 PAT rises 34% to 281 crore, revenue up 19%
Revenue from operations rose 19% year-on-year to 2,829 crore
Zee Entertainment board to meet on November 12, may consider share buyback
Zee Entertainment's board will meet on November 12 to consider a share buyback, interim dividend and other steps to bolster investor confidence following a decline in its share price
SBI alleged that the company failed to utilise the sanctioned funds in accordance with the terms and conditions of the loan facilities
SBI alleged that the company failed to utilise the sanctioned funds in accordance with the terms and conditions of the loan facilities
Data Patterns Q2 PAT down 55% at 22 crore
Data Patterns revenue from operations dropped 57% to 133 crore
Premium segment fuel demand for consumer appliances this Deepavali
Executives from Haier, LG Electronics India and Godrej report double-digit value growth expected by seasons end, supported by attractive financing
Goldman Sachs names Gowri Sekar as its first woman partner in India
Goldman Sachs has elevated Gowri Sekar as its first woman partner in India, alongside Ashoke Sharma, as the US investment bank announces its largest partner class since 2010
Angan Guha rejoins Wipro as CEO of its Americas 2 unit, effective Dec 8
Angan Guha, who spent nearly 29 years at Wipro before joining Birlasoft in 2022, will return as CEO of the Americas 2 unit on December 8 and report to CEO Srini Pallia.
TASE Global secures 300 crore from ValueQuests Tristar Fund
The investment signals a strategic push to scale high-value manufacturing for global OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers, with the cashset to accelerate the companys next growth phase
After weighing cancellation, accepting the existing offer and seeking revised bids, the Core Group of Secretaries on Disinvestment chose to invite improved offers for IDBI Bank to maximise the transaction value, DIPAM Secretary Arunish Chawla said.
Britannia to closely watch Reliance Consumer's entry into biscuit market
Britannia Industries will monitor Reliance Consumer's expansion into biscuits as competition intensifies, while planning further price hikes amid inflation and rising ecommerce demand
Paras partners with US-based BroadPak to build advanced semiconductor packaging capabilities
Through this partnership, Paras Semiconductors aims to establish an advanced heterogeneous integration and 3D packaging OSAT facility in India
Gland Pharma Q2FY27 results: Net profit rises 58% to 290.75 crore
Gland Pharma on Friday posted a 58.29 per cent rise in consolidated net profit to Rs 290.75 crore in the September quarter, driven by strong execution across businesses. The company had reported a net profit of Rs 183.68 crore in the year-ago period. The pharmaceutical company's revenue from operations rose to Rs 1,833.58 crore in the quarter under review from Rs 1,486.87 crore a year ago, the company said in a regulatory filing. Total expenses also rose to Rs 1,471.69 crore in the July-September period from Rs 1,287.12 crore a year earlier, it said. The company launched four molecules -- Sugammadex, Erythromycin, Fluorouracil and Atropine sulfate -- in the US this quarter, it said in a release. Gland Pharma Executive Chairman Srinivas Sadu said, We delivered another quarter of strong growth...driven by strong execution across our businesses. Our CDMO business grew 31 per cent year-on-year, supported by expanding customer engagements, strategic partnerships and a robust opportuni
Moscow International Game Week Discusses Cooperation with India and Emerging Market Trends
New Delhi [India], November 6: Dev Mukesh, founder of Indian company Banzan, took part in the second Moscow International Game Week. He spoke about changes in India's games market and opportunities for cooperation with Russian companies, including co-publishing and adapting games, talent development and investment.
Honasa Consumer eyes hair colour entry as Q2 net profit jumps 87% to 73 crore
Focus categories, including face cleansers, shampoos, face serums, suncare and moisturisers, grew over 40% during the quarter and accounted for more than 80% of its business.
Jindal SAW to set up 300,000-tonne seamless pipe plant in Abu Dhabi
The project will be the UAEs first seamless pipe manufacturing facility using PQF technology and the second of its kind in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
Hindalco sees consolidated debt peak at 80,000 crore, targets Novelis leverage at 2.5x by FY31
Debt reduction should accelerate next quarter as major projects near completion, EBITDA improves, and stronger free cash flow funds debt repayment
ADNOC inks 10-year LNG supply and purchase agreement with Gujarat Energy
This would be ADNOCs fifth long-term LNG supply agreement with India.
Airtel restores 299 prepaid plan withdrawn in August as additions slow
Bharti Airtel has restored its 28-day 299 prepaid plan after net customer additions slowed in Q2FY27, while shifting focus to upgrades, postpaid and other levers to boost ARPU.
Honasa Consumer Q2 net profit rises 87% to 73.24 crore, revenue up 36% to 731.18 crore
Mamaearth brand sustains growth in the high-teens
The CBI has booked Future Retail founder Kishore Biyani and his brother Rakesh in an alleged 904.32-crore bank fraud case following an SBI complaint. The agency searched premises linked to Biyani in Mumbai, alleging loan fund diversion through associate companies.
Angel One overtakes Zerodha to become 2nd-largest broker by active clients
Angel One's active NSE client base rose to 6.99 million in October, surpassing Zerodha's 6.76 million, while Groww retained the top position with 13.75 million clients
The Royaleum Hosts Star-Studded Diwali Soiree to Celebrate Six Years of Fashion
New Delhi [India], November 6: The brand hosted an intimate celebration that brought together their close friends, clients, supporters and personalities across industries including Seema Singh, Neelam Kothari Soni and Seema Kiran Sajdeh. The event was designed to celebrate the brand's sixth year and included a range of stunning festive accessories and highlighted the new festive collection.
Singapore court orders seizure, sale of Tata Power's subsidiary shares
The Singapore court has ordered enforcement of arbitration awards favouring Kleros, allowing seizure and sale of Tata Power's shares in two subsidiaries amid a long-running dispute
Bombay HC plea seeks RBI direction for Tata Sons' stock market listing
Petitioners argue that Tata Sons must comply with RBI listing norms and have also sought Noel Tata's removal from key positions, citing public interest and governance concerns
Delhi High Court upholds BharatPes veto rights in Unity SFB capital raise dispute
The court dismissed Unity SFB's appeal, ruling that the joint venture bank cannot alter its capital structure or dilute BharatPes 49% stake without its prior consent.
Cashfree makes its checkout readable for AI agents to speed up payments
Cashfree's new Checkout for Agents uses WebMCP to help AI agents navigate payment pages, reduce token consumption by over 40 per cent and complete purchases with user approval.
Marathwada Water Grid project to get Rs 20,000 crore JICA funding: Devendra Fadnavis
Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has responded positively to providing a loan of around Rs 20,000 crore for the first phase of Maharashtra's Marathwada Water Grid project. The initiative will connect water-surplus dams to water-scarce areas through 3,095 km of pipelines, benefiting around one crore people across four districts.
Rich countries benefitted more from COVID-19 vaccine's return on investment than poor ones: Study
COVID-19 vaccines generated economic benefits worth USD 60 to USD 809 for every dollar invested in their development and distribution, a global study of 173 countries has found. However, high-income countries gained more due to earlier access and faster rollouts, while delayed vaccine availability limited benefits in poorer nations.
Gold rate on Friday took a hit after pivotal factors like oil prices and inflation have impact on the bullion.
Cybercrime networks shift to smaller, mobile scam operations amid enforcement pressure: FATF
In its report released from Paris, the global money-laundering watchdog said large, fortified compounds where cyber slaves were forced to commit financial cybercrimes are being moved to apartments, houses, hotels and office floors, sometimes rebranding as legitimate outsourcing or marketing firms.
Voltas Q2 profit rises 51.4% to 47.71 cr; revenue up 15.3% to 2,707 cr
Voltas' Q2FY27 revenue rose 15.3% to 2,706.57 crore, led by 29% growth in its unitary cooling products business, while the projects segment reported a decline
Travomint parent SNVA Traveltech files updated draft papers with Sebi for public offering
SNVA Traveltech, parent of online travel platform Travomint, has filed updated IPO papers with SEBI for an entirely offer-for-sale issue of 12.75 crore shares. FY26 revenue rose 58.1%, while net profit jumped 73.7% year-on-year.
Trump's Midterm Defeat: What Changes for India, China and the World? | The Morning Brief Decode
Ecom, qcom companies gear up for Diwali rush with expanded offerings
E-commerce order volumes rose 21% YoY during the festive period, with quick commerce leading at 75% growth as platforms expanded offerings across gifting, fashion and decor
Airtel brings back 299 plan on churn concerns
The move comes after the telecom operator saw a sharp slowdown in subscriber additions and a higher customer churn in the September quarter, underscoring the challenge of raising tariffs in India's price-sensitive mobile market when rivals stay put.
Nvidia stock rebounds 5% after 9.26% crash: Nvidia suffered its worst single-day fall since the January 2025 DeepSeek shock, with shares plunging 9.26% to $181.60 on Thursday and turning negative for 2026. The crash came as Wall Street lost nearly $3 trillion in market value. Fridays futures pointed to a partial recovery, with Nvidia rebounding in premarket trading as chip stocks attempted to recover.
'Our elections are so crooked...': Trump blasts DSA midterm Winners, shows off his veto weapon
'I was jumping up & down': Ontario Premier Doug Ford brutally mocks Trump after midterm elections
Hindalco beats Q2 estimates as strong metal prices offset rising input costs
The company reported an almost 59% jump in consolidated net profit to 7,532 crore in Q2, but a 39% rise in input costs during the quarter threatens to squeeze near-term margins.
3M India Q2 profit down 17% at 158.4 crore on rupee slide, rising input costs
All four business segments Safety and Industrial, Transportation and Electronics, Healthcare, and Consumer reported revenue growth during the quarter
SEBI proposes mandatory AML/CFT certification for principal officers of market intermediaries
The proposal is aimed at ensuring that principal officers possess adequate expertise to identify suspicious transactions, assess money-laundering risks and comply with reporting obligations under the AML/CFT framework
Popees plans national, GCC expansion after 511-crore merger
The transaction marks a strategic move to align the Popees brand and its operating business with the listed entity, providing access to capital markets to support its expansion plans
Delhi HC issues notice to Red Bull on food regulator's review plea
Red Bull's matter has been listed for a hearing in January, along with petitions filed by other beverage companies, including PepsiCo India, Reliance Consumer, and Monster Energy India, challenging FSSAIs action against the use of energy drink description.
States' capital expenditure is projected to rise 10-12% to around Rs 8.5 lakh crore in FY27, driven by higher central assistance and greater fiscal flexibility, according to a Crisil Ratings report. Increased allocation under the SASCI scheme is expected to support infrastructure spending, particularly urban development, roads and bridges.
Bharti Airtel reclaims 2nd spot in mcap rankings, overtakes Jio Platforms
Bharti Airtel on Friday reclaimed the title of the country's second most valuable company by market valuation, overtaking Jio Platforms. At market close, Bharti Airtel shares ended 1.66 per cent higher at Rs 2,096.25 on the BSE. During the day, the stock climbed 2.81 per cent to Rs 2,120. However, the stock of Jio Platforms dipped 0.90 per cent to end at Rs 1,405.75. Intraday, it declined 2 per cent to Rs 1,390. The market valuation of Bharti Airtel stood at Rs 13 lakh crore, while that of Jio Platforms was Rs 12.94 lakh crore. Jio Platforms Ltd, the Reliance Industries-backed digital services company, on October 28 became the second most valuable Indian company by market valuation following an impressive debut on the Dalal Street. Reliance Industries continues to remain the most valued domestic firm, with a market valuation of Rs 17,83,723.93 crore. The top five order in the market capitalisation (mcap) ranking are -- Reliance Industries with a valuation of Rs 17,83,723.93 crore
Ai+ Smartphone Brings Forward November 15 Price Hike to November 11, Now Is the Best Time to Buy
New Delhi [India], November 6: Ai+ Smartphone today announced that its previously communicated price revision, originally scheduled for November 15, will now take effect on November 11, 2026. Consumers have until November 10 to purchase their preferred devices at existing prices, subject to availability.
TASE Global to raise 300 crore from ValueQuest's Tristar Fund for growth
The investment will help Chennai-based TASE Global expand manufacturing capacity, integrate its US operations and pursue larger OEM programmes across advanced manufacturing sectors.
Sonata Softwares Q2 revenue rises 15% y-o-y
The companys International IT-services business reported revenue of 797.9 crore, up 9.3 per cent y-o-y
Tata Power installs 60 MWh energy storage projects in Mumbai
The installations are part of a broader plan to deploy a 200 MWh BESS across 10 locations in Mumbai, following MERC approval in April 2025
Hindalco Industries Q2 Results: Net up 59% on firm metal prices
Revenue increased 39% to 91,708 crore in the second quarter
IT Ministry approves 12 more projects under ECMS scheme
The Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) allows the government to approve turnover-linked incentives across the component industry.
Siemens Q2 Results: Profit grows 5% to Rs 504 crore
Siemens Limited announced a consolidated net profit of Rs 504 crore for the quarter ending September 30, 2026. This represents a 4.78% increase compared to the previous year's profit of Rs 481 crore. Revenue from operations grew significantly to Rs 5,734 crore, up from Rs 4,900 crore a year prior. Additionally, new orders reached Rs 6,228 crore, a notable 38% increase year-over-year.
Bayer to invest 200 crore in Karnataka; MoU signed
The company signed a MoU with the Karnataka government on Friday in the presence of Large and Medium Industries Minister M B Patil
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 6: Total Transport Systems Limited (NSE: TOTAL), one of India's leading international logistics company, announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter and half year ended on 30th September 2026.
MakeMyTrip acquires majority stake in Quick Ride to enter ride pooling
The acquisition will help MakeMyTrip expand into shared mobility, covering daily urban commutes and intercity travel, while complementing its existing ground transport portfolio.
RateGain Travel Technologies Q2FY27 profit rises 46% to 74.7 crore
RateGain Travel Technologies reported a 152.6 per cent surge in Q2FY27 revenue to 745.4 crore, driven by growth in its business amid continued investments in AI and Sojern.
AI-driven attacks put telecom security on govt radar
DoT has held multiple rounds of talks with Airtel, Jio, Vodafone Idea and BSNL to strengthen network firewalls as CERT-In flags increasingly sophisticated AI-enabled cyberattacks.
