The Economic Times

TVS Capital Funds has unveiled TVS Alts, a new platform aiming to make strides in the private credit sector. Focusing on companies with robust fundamentals, TVS Alts seeks to raise an initial fund of Rs 750 crore.

As hospitals grapple with soaring costs in drugs, supplies, and labor, the integration of AI emerges as a vital necessity.

Odoo 20 has launched several updates designed specifically for Indian businesses. These updates focus on enhancing GST compliance, payroll processing, and accounting workflows to meet local demands. The integration of AI facilitates improved data handling and analysis in everyday operations, ultimately boosting productivity.

India's trade deficit is likely to persist as long as the country remains dependent on oil imports, although rising exports of value-added petroleum products are helping narrow the gap, K. Rangarajan, Vice-Chancellor of the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), said on Friday.

With more than 11.5 million MSMEs across the state, Uttar Pradesh is looking beyond its established startup centres to build a wider enterprise ecosystem. A new Invest UP partnership with Aavishkaar Foundation and Intellecap aims to take capital, advisory support and market connections closer to entrepreneurs across its districts.

The role of CFOs and CHROs is shifting from basic management to high-level strategy. Todays business leaders need to stay flexible and bridge the gap between their workforces potential and smart financial decision-making to drive real, lasting growth.

Smaller Indian steel exporters say they are struggling to obtain emissions data from raw-material suppliers and bear the cost of carbon accounting and verification under the EUs carbon border rules.

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) will convene virtually from December 1 to 3, focusing on finalizing a crucial report addressing climate change and its budget. While several nations advocate for its completion ahead of the 2028 UN climate summit, others, including Saudi Arabia, India, and China, propose a delay until 2029, highlighting the ongoing tensions around global climate action.

Winning an international order is only half the battle for Indian MSMEs. Financing production, managing longer payment cycles and offering competitive credit terms can be equally challenging.

A Mumbai-based husband-wife duo is bringing innovation, comfort, and a sense of identity to medical wear, a largely overlooked segment of the healthcare industry.

Turkey is set to introduce a pledge at the upcoming COP31 climate summit in Antalya. This pledge suggests that artificial intelligence can help in combating climate change effectively. However, data centers are reportedly increasing fossil fuel emissions significantly, raising environmental concerns.

Indian equities ended lower on Wednesday, primarily driven by selling in heavyweight stocks. Information technology and oil and gas shares experienced significant declines, falling more than 2%. The Nifty 50 index settled at 22,699, down 51 points, indicating ongoing resistance at 22,800. Several companies, including Jio Platforms and Hero MotoCorp, reported their quarterly earnings that impacted market sentiment.

This service will enable e-commerce, D2C brands, and SMEs to connect with global customers. With options that cater to both premium and budget-conscious shipping needs, it accommodates parcels from 50 g to 11 kg, ensuring enhanced tracking.

Audits conducted across numerous states and union territories unveiled significant compliance deficiencies at every examined site, with several infractions possibly leading to jail time. The primary issues identified pertained to labour and environmental regulations, signifying deep-rooted risks for the enterprises involved.

QClairvoyance Quantum Labs has performed chemically precise simulations of eight small molecules on an actual quantum computer, marking progress towards drug discovery applications.

The eight-year-old content platform says it is already profitable and expects roughly 20 crore EBITDA this financial year, with the US driving most of its growth

The International Renewable Energy Agency predicts a decline in clean energy capacity additions by 2026. This slowdown is largely due to insufficient transmission networks and various trade barriers.

The electric ferry China Zorrilla has launched its operations between Buenos Aires and Uruguay, marking a significant milestone in eco-friendly maritime transport. This initiative showcases advancements in battery technology aimed at curbing environmental impact.

This initiative aims to enhance the live event experience by offering privacy and personalized hospitality.

A key highlight of the meeting was the presentation of the Draft Diagnostic Study Report on Cooperatives in NCT of Delhi, prepared by NABARD with technical support from NABCONS.

Dehradun-based Sunfox Technologies brings a smartphone-powered ECG device that provides portable, clinical-grade heart monitoring beyond hospitals, reaching remote communities and healthcare centres across India.

Oracle NetSuite has introduced SuiteExpress and SuiteSkills to transform business operations..

NetSuites new AI capabilities include AI Workspaces, AI Portlets, SuiteSkills, industry-specific agents, and SuiteAgent Studio, along with updates to Ask Oracle.

India is hosting the 61st meeting of the International Committee of Legal Metrology, which focuses on global measurement standards. Consumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare highlighted the importance of accurate measurements for fair trade and consumer confidence.

The All India Distillers Association (AIDA) has approached the government with a request to elevate the maize-based ethanol procurement price to Rs 75 per litre. As maize prices continue to climb, AIDA expressed fears regarding the viability of grain-based distilleries and noted that current ethanol production plants are underutilized, which adversely affects profit margins.

Bengaluru has become a hub for innovative biofuel initiatives as collectors harvest old cooking oil from restaurants for energy production. With Indias substantial reliance on imported crude oil, the drive to tap into domestic energy sources grows stronger. Major oil enterprises are setting lofty targets for integrating sustainable aviation fuel and biodiesel into their operations.

This agreement opens new doors for trade, investment, and partnerships, especially benefitting small and medium-sized enterprises. Companies are urged to seek pertinent information and ask crucial questions to thrive.

Major sugar-producing regions, including Brazil, India, and the European Union, struggle with adverse weather impacts from El Nio. Brazil's sugar production is significantly lower due to excessive rainfall affecting harvests at critical times.

A broad upswing in consumer prices last month helps reinforce expectations for additional Federal Reserve interest-rate increases in the months ahead.

In September, India's exports of engineering goods soared to US$12.17 billion, indicating an impressive year-on-year growth. For the first half of the fiscal year, cumulative exports reached US$70.87 billion, reflecting a notable 19.7% increase.

High temperatures continue to impact Indian agriculture, leading to decreased crop yields and poor germination rates. Farmers report significant losses in banana production and vegetable crops like okra and gourd. Experts warn about the increasing unpredictability of climate events affecting food security and farming practices. There is a call for greater climate adaptation finance and improved forecasting measures to address these challenges.

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced the finalization of the first phase of the India-US trade pact. This phase is currently undergoing legal drafting, with hopes for quick finalization and operationalization. He emphasized the need for India to secure a competitive advantage over its peer countries before implementation. Additionally, Goyal stated the free trade agreement with the European Union will be signed in December.

In September, India's merchandise trade deficit expanded to $30.21 billion from $26.86 billion in August. Exports experienced a notable boost, increasing by 23.04% year-on-year with total figures at $44.4 billion. The growing trade gap signals a significant difference between imports and exports, surpassing economists' expectations of a $30.4 billion deficit. Nonetheless, these figures suggest strong ongoing momentum in India's export activities.

BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for allegedly inciting anarchy akin to political unrest in Bangladesh. He cited Neha Bora's remarks to bolster his claim that a conspiracy is going on to Indian democracy. Bhandari accused Gandhi of using undemocratic tactics to reclaim power.

Flvio Bolsonaro secured leading votes against incumbent Luiz Incio Lula da Silva in Brazil's elections on October 4. The runoff on October 25 could solidify right-wing power across South America, following a regional trend. Lula aims to reduce economic inequality while Bolsonaro focuses on crime and spending cuts. India is observing the elections closely due to its strategic partnership with Brazil in various sectors.

Indias net direct tax collections rose 13.21% year-on-year to Rs 13.38 lakh crore as of October 14 in FY27, while gross collections increased 14.89% to Rs 16.03 lakh crore. Refunds rose 24.22% to Rs 2.65 lakh crore. Net corporate tax, non-corporate tax and Securities Transaction Tax collections also increased.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated five development projects worth Rs 3,350 crore in Ladakh on Thursday. The projects include a new Leh airport terminal, the 298-km Nimmu-Padum-Darcha Road, a hydropower project, a transmission line, India's first petroglyph conservation park and 40 water bodies under Project Him Sarovar, aimed at improving connectivity, energy infrastructure, heritage conservation and water security.

The Indian Navy will induct INS Samarthak at Karwar on October 16, 2026. Built by L&T, the 107-metre multi-purpose vessel is designed for maritime surveillance, weapons trials, unmanned-system operations, naval training, towing and disaster relief. Equipped with guns, anti-submarine systems and electronic countermeasures, it is the first of two vessels being built under an Rs 887-crore contract.

At a Defence Conclave 2026, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh underscored India's resilience in fostering peace. He referred to the decisive actions taken against terrorism orchestrated from Pakistan, such as surgical and airstrikes. Singh pointed out the transition to a self-reliant, forward-thinking defense strategy and warned of robust consequences for any future terrorist endeavors. He credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi's reforms with significantly improving national security confidence.

India will begin their T20 series against Zimbabwe under the leadership of Smriti Mandhana on Friday. The series marks the first bilateral encounter between the two teams in history. India is looking to improve their performance in T20s after recent World Cup exits. Zimbabwe enters the series on a high after their recent ODI victory over West Indies. Both teams will follow the T20 matches with three ODIs in Vadodara.

US President Donald Trump is expected to decide within the next 10 days whether to invoke Russia sanctions provisions that could expose India and other buyers of Russian oil and gas to tariffs of up to 100%. US Ambassador Sergio Gor said the decision rests with Trump, while expressing confidence that India and the US would conclude a trade deal.

The trade agreement between India and the United States is close to fruition, with major issues largely settled. US Ambassador Sergio Gor conveyed optimism about achieving a swift conclusion as negotiations advance. For the past eighteen months, both countries have explored trade impediments and tariffs, focusing on particular products and their rates. The impending visit from US Secretary of State Marco Rubio could further facilitate this trade pact.

Air Indias Frankfurt-Delhi flight AI2030 was diverted to Jaipur after Mumbai ATC detected hijack transponder code 7500, prompting extensive security checks. The pilots reportedly said the flight was operating normally. While the aircraft and crew were cleared to continue, aviation and security agencies are investigating the alert. Senior Boeing 787 pilots say accidentally entering the code is extremely unlikely because each digit must be set manually.

A 19-year-old man from Palatine, Illinois, has been arrested over an alleged mass shooting plot that may have targeted a Hindu temple in Aurora. Police said investigators examined electronic communications and a manifesto containing white supremacist views and hatred towards Indians.

Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka meet Ankita Bhandaris parents at India Gate protest