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The OMO (Open Market Operations) purchase and swap auctions will be conducted between 29 December 2025 and 22 January 2026.

The year started on a high note, and the Kumbh Mela was on the horizon. Airlines were adding flights to Prayagraj and the January-March quarter was a magic one. However, the way things started shaping up since then made this year a year to forget for Indian aviation.

The regulator has cut gas transport zones and imposed a uniform tariff that aims to reduce regional disparities and boost natural gas adoption.

Podcasting in India is growing, with 177 mn monthly listeners in 2024, projected to reach 267 mn by 2029. Despite this growth, ad revenue remains low, and discovery challenges persist, especially for non-celebrity podcasts. YouTube's rise as a platform is influencing podcast consumption habits.

The Union government aims to revive India's wind power sector by addressing grid connectivity, land acquisition, and unsigned power purchase agreements. A task force will tackle these issues to achieve 100 GW capacity by 2030.

Air India's merger with Vistara shifted domestic market leadership, giving Air India the lead on major routes. The airline has expanded on key corridors, while IndiGo retains advantages on certain routes.

Falling battery prices and policy support are triggering a surge in grid-scale energy storage, with Reliance, Adani, JSW and Waaree planning large BESS investments through 2030.

As India approaches 2026, the infrastructure sector is poised for a transformative shift. This article explores how execution reforms, asset monetization and innovative strategies can enhance productivity and drive sustainable growth in highways, railways and ports.

Despite a cumulative 125 bps rate cut since February and robust urban demand, the economy faces risks from foreign portfolio outflows and impending steep tariffs from Mexico on Indian automotive exports.

Despite an impending patent cliff in 2026 that will invite generic competition from companies like Sun Pharma and Dr. Reddy's, Emcures leadership believes the innovator edge and a robust metabolic portfolio will secure long-term market dominance.

Akhanda 2's delay due to a court order underscores the impact of legal disputes on film releases. Experts advocate for proactive legal strategies and robust contracts to minimize disruptions and financial losses in the industry.

In 2025, India's digital advertising market grew 149%, driven by e-commerce, while TV ads fell 10%. Whats driving this change, and what does it mean for brands, media platforms, and advertising agencies?

While Big Tech rushes to showcase the utopian possibilities of their AI tools, Pidilites Fevikwik decided to have some whimsical fun with it instead.