Paytm Payments Bank's (PPB) banking licence has been revoked by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The RBI said that the bank's "general character of management" was harmful to depositors' and the public's interests. Additionally, it highlighted how the bank'
In the US, thousands of Microsoft employees have the option to retire voluntarily. In an attempt to realign its personnel and control expenses, the company has taken this daring action. About 7% of Microsoft's US employees will be able to participate in buyouts thanks to the scheme. With
New Delhi [India], April 23: In an effort to address gaps in India’s deep technology ecosystem, Startup Stairs has announced the launch of Startup League 2026, a national-level hackathon and funding platform focused on early-stage innovation. The event is scheduled to be held on June 11, 2026. The initiative
Nithin Kamath, the billionaire co-founder and CEO of Zerodha, India’s largest stockbroker, has issued a stark warning regarding the widening chasm of wealth inequality, describing the current global economic trajectory as "sitting in a car with the brakes cut, watching a cliff approach." In a candid reflection
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Abhishek Sharma is emerging as a top cricket star and brand magnet. From explosive IPL performances to high-value endorsements, explore his full brand list, IPL salary, net worth, and growing market value in 2026.
In a statement sent to employees on May 20, Meta's chief people officer Janelle Gale announced plans to lay off about 10% of the company's worldwide workforce. After weeks of rumours about the social media company laying off employees, Gale finally broke the news. According to
Indian startups saw focused funding activity led by fintech, with AI-driven platforms continuing to attract investor interest. The day was anchored by Oolka’s ₹130 crore raise backed by Accel and Lightspeed. On the business front, IPO momentum and leadership moves stood out, including PlaySimple’s DRHP filing and a
Aspire Impact secures investment from Parinama Group, names Saloni Malhotra as CEO, and brings Dr Ram Sharma on board. The ESG measurement firm hits ₹36 crore valuation with strong growth and global expansion plans.
Gold and silver prices in India extended their correction on Friday, 24 April 2026, sliding for the second consecutive session as a firmer US dollar, delayed Federal Reserve rate-cut expectations, and residual Strait of Hormuz uncertainty weighed on both metals. MCX gold fell 0.17% to ₹1,51,499/10g
About 10% of KPMG's audit partners in the US will be laid off. The decision is a result of a lack of success in a multi-year campaign to promote early retirements. Over a hundred partners are anticipated to be impacted by the cuts. Some will depart through voluntary
Approximately 1,400 positions will be eliminated in Nike's global operations business. In an internal memo, COO Venkatesh Alagirisamy stated that technology teams would be the hardest hit by the layoffs. As the organisation enters the last stage of its turnaround plan, the memo details a number of
Manish Misra explains how Panasonic is shaping India’s smart home future through innovation, sustainability, and startup collaboration, moving from standalone devices to integrated living solutions.
As part of a larger cost-cutting initiative, Nestlé's French division has announced plans to lay off approximately 180 employees, according to Reuters. In October, the food giant announced plans to slash thousands of posts globally. This step is part of a bigger reorganisation initiative, which includes the proposed
Mental healthcare in India is shifting from awareness to execution. Integrated care models, technology, and stronger systems are shaping a more accessible, continuous, and patient-focused future.
Infosysthe $20 reported a mixed but resilient performance for FY26, crossing a major revenue milestone and delivering strong profit growth. However, a cautious outlook for FY27 overshadowed the results, triggering a decline in its share price as investors focused on future growth concerns rather than past performance. Infosys Q4 FY26
In FY27, Infosys plans to employ approximately 20,000 freshers. Consequently, the firm was able to keep up its campus hiring pace despite a decrease in the overall workforce and an ease in attrition during the March quarter. The move is in line with the company's calibrated workforce
Motorsport in India is shifting from passion to profession. With EV growth and demand for advanced engineering skills, it’s emerging as a serious career path with global opportunities and strong future potential.
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As new worries about cybersecurity, deepfakes, and threats to vital sectors arise from the fast development of AI, the Centre is increasing its focus on AI regulation. Reportedly, a six-person Technology and Policy Expert Committee (TPEC) was formed on April 13. The TPEC is reportedly working on new rules that
Indian startups drew capital across gaming, AI cybersecurity, textile tech, and consumer AI on Wednesday. The day's headline raise came from Bengaluru-based game studio LightFury Games, which secured $11 million (~₹103 crore) in a pre-Series A round led by Blume Ventures, V3 Ventures, MIXI, and Times Internet, with
Ashish Dhawan is a private equity investor and Indian philanthropist who runs one of India's largest private equity funds, Chrysalis Capital. He is also the founder & CEO of the Convergence Foundation, the founder & chairperson of Central Square Foundation, and the founder & trustee of Ashoka University.
On April 23rd, Amazon India announced plans to spend over INR 2,800 crore ($300 million) to enhance the safety of its employees and grow its logistical networks. The online retailer intends to spend over $35 billion by 2030 on exports, employment, and digitalisation driven by artificial intelligence. With this
Gold and silver prices in India presented a mixed picture on Thursday, 23 April 2026, as the bullion market navigated competing forces: a mild recovery in global spot prices on one hand, and continued domestic retail pressure following a sharp three-day correction on the other. Whilst international bullion prices attempted
The proposed rules for PPI regulation were unveiled by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on April 22. The next set of regulations, titled the draft Master Direction on Prepaid Payment Instruments (PPIs), 2026, is intended to supersede the master directions from 2021. Additionally, it will bring a better organised
Explore top AI cybersecurity tools for small businesses that offer smart threat detection, automated protection, and affordable security, helping teams stay safe without complex setups.
Razorpay has incorporated Google Pay to facilitate cross-border transactions. As a result, Indian exporters can now offer wallet-based checkout, which would greatly enhance the success rate of payments in global e-commerce. According to Razorpay, Indian companies may now accept payments from customers all across the world thanks to its integration
Dunzo co-founder Kabeer Biswas has raised INR 102 crore for AI startup M from Peak XV Partners, Blume Ventures, and CRED. The startup is building a consumer AI concierge for everyday tasks.
According to Amazon's inaugural Trustworthy Shopping Experience Report, the e-commerce powerhouse is utilising AI to detect and eliminate fraudulent listings. In 2025, the e-commerce giant successfully removed more than 15 million counterfeit products, as said in a study that was released on 22 April. The report details the
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Innovation starts with the courage to deviate. This article explores how universities can nurture entrepreneurial mindsets, encourage experimentation, and prepare students to become thoughtful innovators and responsible leaders.
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Mental healthcare in India’s smaller towns is evolving fast, driven by digital tools and AI. With the industry growing at over 20% CAGR, technology is making support more accessible, affordable, and stigma-free for millions beyond metro cities.
Gold and silver prices in India staged a sharp rebound on Wednesday, 22 April 2026, tracking a broad rally in global precious metals. MCX gold climbed over 1% whilst MCX silver surged more than 1.5%, even as physical gold prices in the retail market slipped marginally — a divergence driven
Enabling structured co-innovation, scalable enterprise delivery, and responsible adoption of agentic AI with Infosys Topaz and Codex Infosys (NSE, BSE, NYSE: INFY), a global leader in AI-first business consulting and technology services, today announced a strategic collaboration with OpenAI to help enterprises transform software development and modernisation with OpenAI’s
Indian startups drew capital across gaming, edtech, wealthtech, and D2C footwear on Tuesday, 22 April 2026. Noteworthy raises included AITS's $4 million pre-Series A for its Rysen School network, Spill Games's $3.1 million seed round, and Rainmatter's ₹19.5 crore investment in PrimeInvestor,
The Company announced its financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026 (standalone and consolidated). In cognisance of the compelling outlook over the medium term, the market opportunities, and the salience of the platform, the Board considered and approved a bonus issue of 1 equity share for
Ekart, the logistics division of Flipkart, has announced that it is deepening its cooperation with IKEA, the biggest furniture retailer in the world. Now that last-mile deliveries in Chennai are being handled by the partnership, Ekart's role in managing large-format logistics for enterprise clients is further enhanced. As
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As part of a reorganisation spearheaded by its newly recruited chief technology officer, Starbucks has started to lay off employees in the technology department. The amount of positions impacted is unknown, and the business has chosen not to address the layoffs. These alterations are a result of Anand Varadarajan'
In response to growing financial losses and systemic problems in its operations, Canada Post intends to lay off 30,000 workers over the next decade. According to the organisation's annual report to Parliament, the decrease in employment will be accomplished through retirements and voluntary departures instead of layoffs.
HCLTech shares fell sharply before its fourth-quarter results. This happened even though the company reported higher profits and announced a dividend. The numbers and the market reaction show a mixed picture. Earnings are growing steadily, but investors are worried about margins and demand. HCLTech Q4 Results: Profit Up, Dividend Announced
India’s smart grid evolution is entering a new phase, driven by large-scale smart meter rollouts, IoT integration, and data-led operations, redefining how energy is managed, distributed, and optimized for the future.
Swiggy's interim protection has been maintained by the Karnataka High Court. Despite raising concerns about relying on third-party comments without cross-examination, the HC has prolonged Swiggy's stay on proceedings before the Competition Commission of India (CCI) in an ongoing antitrust probe. Justice Sachin Shankar Magadum, while
Maya and Satish turned ₹2 lakh and a small Bangalore apartment into Joker & Witch and Teejh, now a ₹120 Cr profitable D2C brand built without external funding. In this StartupTalky conversation, Maya shares their unfiltered founder journey and growth story. Watch the full conversation.
Spill Games, a Bengaluru-based mobile gaming company building a systems-led approach to creating and scaling casual games, has raised USD 3.1 million in a Seed funding round led by Centre Court Capital and PeerCapital. Founded in 2024 by Om Misra, Tapan Ranjan, and Harsh Garg, Spill was built around
A number of managerial positions will be eliminated by ASML, the most valuable firm in Europe. The company is taking this action as part of its larger strategy to streamline its operations and increase productivity. Following its January announcement to reorganise its organisational chart and remove up to 1,700
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Chupps, India’s fast-growing D2C open footwear brand, today announced that Ajinkya Rahane, current captain of Kolkata Knight Riders and former captain of the Indian Test cricket team, has joined the company as an equity investor and strategic advisor, as part of its pre-Series B round fundraise. The investment, made
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Indian startups drew investor interest across legaltech, AI-powered cloud operations, health QSR, and water technology on Tuesday, 21 April 2026. The day's notable raises included Lawyered's $2.5 million pre-Series A led by Rainmatter and Turbostart, NudgeBee's $3 million seed round from Kalaari Capital,
Landmark study maps the rise of the ‘Silicon Elite’, a concentrated cohort of AI-era professionals whose salaries, startup liquidity, and consumption patterns are defying India’s broader economic cooling and reshaping luxury real estate, retail, and financial markets. MIRA Money, India’s wealth management platform for high-earning technology professionals, today
AWE Funds, an early-growth venture equity platform focused on building scalable deeptech and technology-led innovations across Climate, Health, and the Future of Work, has invested an undisclosed amount in Digital Paani. Digital Paani is a water-tech platform redefining how cities and industries manage and scale water and wastewater systems. By
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Apple confirms Tim Cook will step down as CEO in September 2026. John Ternus will take over, while Cook becomes Executive Chairman, marking a major leadership shift for the tech giant.
Gold and silver prices in India continued their downward drift on Tuesday, 21 April 2026, extending losses from Monday's sharp correction. 24-carat gold is priced at ₹15,375 per gram (₹1,53,750 per 10 grams), 22-carat gold at ₹14,094 per gram (₹1,40,938 per 10
Açaí Theory, a pioneering health-focused quick service restaurant (QSR) brand, has raised ₹4 crore in a pre-seed funding round led by All In Capital with participation from TDV Partners and other Marquee investors including Rinshul Chandra (Ex-COO, Zomato Food Delivery), Harpreet Grover (Founder, Curious Parent), Anurag Prasad (CEO, Visit Health)
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Welcome to StartupTalky’s 2026 Indian startup funding updates. This article provides a clear and easy overview of the latest startup funding news in India throughout the year. Our weekly funding tables, updated regularly, track how much funding each startup has raised, the sectors they operate in, the key investors
With Consistent 10-20% Annual Growth Over Five Years, India's Leading Andaman Ferry Operator Sets Its Sights on International Trade Partnerships Nautika, the Andaman Islands' premier ferry and tourism experience operator, has grown its trade partnership network to over 2,000 travel agents across India—an ecosystem that
Monday, 20 April 2026, was a lighter day on the startup funding front, with early-stage rounds going to personal care brand Clarity Labs and surgical hospital chain Axten Hospitals. The day's business news more than made up for it. Groww reported a standout Q4 FY26, more than doubling
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Razorpay is preparing to take a major step towards going public. The fintech company is expected to file its IPO papers confidentially in the coming weeks. Reports suggest it plans to raise between $600 million and $700 million. The move comes as more Indian startups look to enter the stock
India’s leading investment platform Groww has reported a strong set of earnings for the March quarter of FY26, with both revenue and profit witnessing sharp year-on-year growth. The results highlight the company’s growing scale in India’s retail investing space and its ability to benefit from rising market
Gold prices in India tumbled sharply on Monday, 20 April 2026, even as millions celebrated Akshaya Tritiya, the most auspicious occasion in the Hindu calendar for buying gold. 24-carat gold is priced at ₹15,529 per gram (₹1,55,290 per 10 grams), 22-carat gold at ₹14,235 per gram
Trent Ltd is set to be in focus this week as its board meets on April 22 to review FY26 results and consider what could be the Tata Group retailer’s first-ever bonus issue, along with a possible dividend. The update has got attention because the stock has delivered strong
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Axten Hospitals, a unit of TAH Global Healthcare Pvt. Ltd., has raised INR 2.5 crore in its first structured funding round led by PedalStart with participation from a group of angel investors. Founded by Gauttam Chhabra, Axten Hospitals operates at the intersection of standardised clinical delivery, operational efficiency, and
After a successful run across North America, Europe, the Middle East, South East Asia and the United Kingdom, the Sitar for Mental Health India Tour 2026 by critically acclaimed sitarist and neo-classical music artist Rishab Rikhiram Sharma concluded this weekend with a landmark finale on home turf, marking one of
Funding to accelerate product roadmap, category expansion, and omnichannel distribution following early traction from the launch of The BAR. Clarity Labs, an outcome-driven functional personal care brand, has raised over INR 4 crore in seed funding led by Artha Venture Fund II, with participation from angel investors. Proceeds will be
Welcome to StartupTalky’s 2026 US funding updates. This article offers a clear and structured overview of the latest investment activity in the United States throughout the year. Our weekly funding tables, updated regularly, track how much funding companies have raised, the industries they operate in, key investors involved, and
On 19 April 2026, the auspicious festival of Akshaya Tritiya, gold and silver prices in India remain high. This is due to strong festive demand and global economic factors. Gold is trading above ₹1.5 lakh per 10 grams, with 24-carat gold at ₹1,54,900 and 22-carat gold at
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Meta is reportedly planning to let off some 8,000 workers in its most extensive round of layoffs since its reorganisation in late 2022 and early 2023. The reports indicate that the layoffs are scheduled for May 20. About 10% of the worldwide staff will be let go in that
In anticipation of an IPO, Walmart-owned Flipkart intends to join the Indian market for movie and live event tickets. The company is thinking about launching a new sector to get into the fast-growing market. In a showdown with BookMyShow and Eternal's District, Flipkart is considering launching the service
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As part of its ongoing trademark dispute with Marc Enterprises, Flipkart filed an appeal, but the Delhi High Court rejected it. An earlier order that prevented the e-commerce giant from selling appliances under the "MarQ" brand was essentially upheld by the HC. The issue started in 2018 when
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Friday, 17 April 2026, was a lighter day on the funding front, with D2C fragrance brand FIFTH SENSE closing a ₹6.3 crore pre-seed round backed by notable angel investors. Key business news dominated the day's headlines, led by a significant wealth reshuffle at the top of Asia&
Gold prices in India witnessed a sharp decline on 17 April 2026, while silver prices remained flat. The drop comes amid global market movements, dollar strength, and shifting investor sentiment ahead of the upcoming festive buying season. As per the latest data, 24K gold dropped by ₹1,320 per 10
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Aiming to grow production and get ready for new programmes, Boeing is hiring more than 100 workers per week at its factories, the fastest rate it has seen in over a year. Every week, the American aircraft manufacturer hires 100–140 new factory workers. The goal of this action was
The business-to-business (B2B) online marketplace JSW One Platform, run by the Sajjan Jindal-led conglomerate, has been in talks with financial advisors about going public later this year. In addition, the company is now in discussions to seek funds through a private round prior to the listing. In order to provide
While Wipro is speeding up its transition to an AI-led operating model, it has been mum about its hiring plans for FY27, despite having hired 7,500 new employees in FY26. The announcement was made in conjunction with the company's fourth-quarter earnings report, in which top executives warned
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Google, the tech powerhouse, eliminated 483.7 million ads that violated its policies. Additionally, in 2025, it used its AI platform Gemini to suspend 1.7 million advertiser accounts in India. Released on April 16th, Google's "2025 Ads Safety Report" details the company's global
Indian and international investors could put $2 billion to $2.5 billion into Flipkart in a pre-IPO round. A media source states that the corporation has met with many investment bankers in the past few months. Nevertheless, Walmart will make the final decision on the possible mega round. Walmart currently
Gold and silver prices in India remained largely steady with a slight upward bias on 16 April 2026, supported by firm global cues and sustained safe-haven demand. While gold continues to trade near elevated levels, silver prices are holding steady after recent volatility, reflecting balanced industrial and investment demand. As
Indian startups attracted capital across a diverse set of sectors on April 15, 2026, Thursday, from travel and hospitality to industrial AI, smart metering, men's personal care, and speciality coffee. The day's largest raise was by backpacker hostel chain The Hosteller, which secured ₹150 crore in
Snabbit, India’s first quick-service app for on-demand home services, today announced the appointment of Abhinav Ankur as Chief Business Officer (CBO). A seasoned operator with a strong track record of scaling high-growth businesses, Abhinav will lead Snabbit’s business expansion as the company deepens its position as a category
The Hosteller, India’s largest branded hostel chain, has raised INR 150 crore in a Series B round led by PROMAFT Partners and V3 Ventures, with participation from ITI Growth Opportunities Fund, Merisis Wealth Trust, and prominent family offices. This is the largest institutional funding round ever raised by a
Google, Meta, X, Reddit, and Scribd are among the worldwide tech companies that have received notices from the Gujarat High Court (HC). These notifications are issued in relation to the dissemination of AI-generated content that is hosted on these platforms. A division bench consisting of chief justice Sunita Agarwal and
In its worst layoff in almost a decade, the BBC has revealed intentions to eliminate as many as 2,000 positions. The layoffs are part of the national broadcaster's strategy to save some £500 million per year for the next two years. The budget cuts, which were announced
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There has been a meteoric rise in the amount of electronics sent from India to China. This expansion is being propelled by Apple's component manufacturing strategy. In a shift away from previous tendencies, Indian vendors are increasingly shipping components to China. Overall, India's exports to China
Snap announced its intention to lay off over 1,000 workers on April 15th. The latest layoffs affect about 16% of the full-time employees, as a result of activist investor Irenic Capital Management's demands that the corporation improve efficiency and productivity. Additionally, the parent company of Snapchat will