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Banking

Paytm Soars: Stock Jumps 5% for Second Day, Riding Nodal Account Shift and Hope

Paytm’s tumultuous journey through the regulatory storm seems to be taking a positive turn, at least for the moment. The fintech giant’s stock witnessed a

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Business

Tata Eyes Taiwanese Giants for Dholera Chip Plant: Powerchip or UMC in the Mix

The Indian salt-to-software behemoth, Tata Group, is reportedly seeking collaboration with major Taiwanese semiconductor manufacturers for its upcoming chip plant in Dholera, Gujarat. As India

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Fintech

Paytm Payments Bank Ban: Shockwaves Rock India’s Fintech Ecosystem

On January 31st, 2024, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) sent shockwaves through India’s burgeoning fintech sector with its decision to restrict Paytm Payments Bank

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Market

Indian Stock Market Opens Higher: Nifty Above 22,000, Sensex Nears 72,400; Key Updates and Analysis

Indian equity markets commenced Friday’s session on a positive note, extending gains from the previous day. The benchmark Nifty 50 rose 0.50% to 22,020.30, while

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Business

Cognizant Shrinks Workforce by 7,600 in 2023: Key Takeaways and Future Focus

Headcount Reduction Amidst Industry-Wide Slowdown Cognizant’s headcount fell by 7,600 employees in 2023, reflecting a decline from 4.16 lakh to 3.4 lakh. This decrease aligns

Payment bank accounts under scrutiny, KYC lapses, suspicious transactions.
Banking

Payment Banks Under Scrutiny: KYC Lapses and Suspicious Transactions Raise Concerns

The Indian financial landscape is facing a potential storm as regulatory authorities investigate suspected money laundering activities involving numerous payment bank accounts. This development follows

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Business

PVR INOX Embraces Emerging Trends in Theatre Industry

The COVID-19 pandemic dealt a harsh blow to the entertainment industry, with movie theaters facing closures and uncertain futures. However, leading multiplex chain PVR INOX

Line graph - Infosys variable pay trend, showing reduction in Q3.
Business

Infosys Trims Variable Pay, Reflecting Uncertainties in the IT Industry

Indian IT giant Infosys has announced a reduction in its variable pay for employees for the third quarter (Q3) of the current fiscal year (FY24),

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Business

Japan Slips to Fourth as Germany Claims Third-Biggest Economy Crown

Once a contender for the global economic throne, Japan has relinquished its third-place ranking to Germany, according to official data released on February 15th, 2024.

Gavel and rupees on coins with Shriram Housing Finance logo, symbolizing potential acquisition.
Finance

Shriram Housing Finance on the Move: US Private Equity Giants Eyeing Potential Acquisition

The Shriram Group, a prominent Indian conglomerate, is reportedly in advanced talks with US private equity giants Warburg Pincus and Bain Capital for the potential