19 Dec, 2025,

Bira 91: How India’s Coolest Beer Brand Went Flat

The story of Ankur Jain, unchecked ambition, and ₹2,100 crores in losses A) The Context Picture this: It’s 2017. You walk into a Bangalore brewpub. Everyone’s drinking the same beer&mdas...

19 Dec, 2025,

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19 May, 2025,

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BlackRock in Talks to Infuse ₹500 Cr into Bira91’s Promoter Group Amid...

Overview BlackRock, one of the world’s largest asset management firms, is reportedly in advanced talks to invest ₹500 crore into the promoter group of B9 Beverages, the parent company of Bira91, via structured debt. The funding comes at a critical time when Bira91 is grappling with liquidity issues, a sharp drop in sales, and high operational losses. The move is structured in a way that pa...

19 May, 2025,

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17 May, 2025,

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Tata Capital Sanctions ₹2,600 Cr Loan to GMR for Airport Expansion

Tata Capital has sanctioned a loan of ₹2,600 crore to GMR Nagpur International Airport Limited (GNIAL), providing critical funding support for the brownfield expansion of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport in Nagpur. This financing marks a significant shift in Tata Capital’s portfolio, highlighting its growing focus on infrastructure lending, especially in aviation and logistics. T...

17 May, 2025,

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16 May, 2025,

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HDB Financial Services May Seek RBI Extension Amid IPO Listing Delay

HDB Financial Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of HDFC Bank, is staring at a rapidly approaching deadline to list on the stock exchanges. Under the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) scale-based regulatory framework, non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) are categorized into different layers based on their size, systemic importance, and risk profile. Among these, entities designated as &ldqu...

16 May, 2025,

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15 May, 2025,

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CIAL 2.0: Transforming Airport Operations Through AI and Digital Innov...

Cochin International Airport Ltd (CIAL) is on the verge of a major transformation with the launch of CIAL 2.0, an ambitious project aimed at fully digitizing its operations. The initiative focuses on leveraging artificial intelligence, automation, and advanced cybersecurity measures to redefine passenger experiences. The ₹200-crore project will be officially inaugurated on May 19 at the CIAL Trade...

15 May, 2025,

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13 May, 2025,

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OYO Emerges as India’s Most Profitable Startup with Record-Breaking FY...

In a major milestone, travel tech giant OYO has emerged as the most profitable startup in India for the financial year 2024–25. Founder and Group CEO Ritesh Agarwal shared the news during an internal townhall, citing a profit after tax (PAT) of ₹623 crore for the year. This performance, as per unaudited financial statements accessed by media sources, marks a 172% increase compared to the ₹22...

13 May, 2025,

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13 May, 2025,

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BigBasket Launches India’s First Drone Delivery Pilot in Bengaluru Apa...

In a significant leap for Indian quick commerce, BigBasket has introduced drone-based deliveries at an apartment complex in Bengaluru, marking a new chapter in last-mile logistics. This initiative, currently exclusive to the Prestige Falcon City on Kanakapura Road, demonstrates a forward-thinking approach to urban delivery, blending technology and convenience in a real-world setting. 1. Inside th...

13 May, 2025,

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12 May, 2025,

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OYO to Acquire Company via Share Swap; EGM Called for Approval

In a move that signals strategic ambition and market readiness, Oravel Stays Ltd. (OYO) has announced the acquisition of Key Flickers Pty. Ltd, an Australian entity, through a share swap arrangement. The development not only strengthens OYO’s global presence but also positions it for deeper integration of operational and tech capabilities ahead of its much-anticipated IPO. 1. Transaction...

12 May, 2025,

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10 May, 2025,

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NSE Denies Approaching Finance Ministry Over IPO Roadblocks

The National Stock Exchange (NSE), India’s largest bourse and the world’s top derivatives exchange by volume, has been attempting to go public since 2016. However, despite multiple efforts, the exchange has not received the regulatory green light due to pending legal issues and corporate governance concerns. Unlike its competitor BSE Ltd., which is already publicly traded, NSE's IPO jo...

10 May, 2025,

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10 May, 2025,

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PharmEasy Ups Diagnostic Game with 'On-Time or Free' Promise

PharmEasy, one of India's leading digital healthcare platforms, has launched a fresh marketing campaign designed to drive adoption and trust in its diagnostic testing services. At the center of this initiative lies a compelling promise—*"on-time or free"*—which directly tackles one of the most frustrating issues customers face: delayed sample collections. A Familiar Jingle Returns wit...

10 May, 2025,

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