India’s forex reserves hit a record $740.8 billion after rising $11.48 billion in a week, supported by heavy dollar inflows.

India’s micro-drama ad revenue could reach ₹5,000–5,500 crore by FY32 as AVOD expands audiences beyond subscriptions and micropayments.

India and the EU discuss deeper cooperation in startups, fintech, AI and critical minerals while advancing trade and supply-chain ties.

India’s SaaS firms are growing revenue with minimal headcount expansion as AI reduces routine roles and increases demand for specialised talent.

India and Belgium deepen defence-industrial ties with new MoUs, contracts and co-production partnerships spanning rockets, optics and robotics.

Indian banks cut long-term FCNR(B) deposit rates by up to 310 basis points after the RBI-backed special fundraising window ended on August 31.

India Book Market Report 2026–2030 maps how AI, digital distribution and Indian-language publishing could reshape the country’s publishing industry.

Indonesia targets 6,600 potential Indian travellers and Rp58.45 billion in tourism transactions through partnerships at ITB India 2026 in Mumbai.

India’s AI data-centre market is expanding rapidly, but rising electricity, grid and cooling needs could become critical constraints on future growth.

Info Edge says its ₹614 crore investment across 28 AI startups is now valued at ₹1,268 crore, delivering a 2.1x multiple and 31% gross IRR.

Indian rupee holds near ₹94.9 per dollar as RBI intervention offsets Brent crude above $95, importer demand and rising US Treasury yields.

India Post Payments Bank launches digital mutual fund and insurance platforms to expand investment and protection access through its nationwide network.

Sensex and Nifty fall as Brent crude climbs above $95 after renewed US-Iran strikes fuel inflation, import-cost and interest-rate concerns.

ITC Infotech will acquire a 22.1% stake in Happiest Minds for ₹1,330 crore before a proposed merger creating a larger AI-first IT services company.

India’s media and entertainment market is projected to reach $36.7 billion by 2030 as digital advertising, OTT, gaming and AI drive growth.

Indian bank stocks show unusually wide NSE-BSE closing-price gaps after the new auction system, with IndusInd Bank diverging by nearly ₹33.

Indian startup funding falls 56.4% year-on-year to $207.7 million across 20 deals, as early-stage rounds dominate weekly investment activity.

Infosys invests in Bengaluru-based Aerchain through its Innovation Fund, backing an AI platform that automates enterprise sourcing and procurement.

India’s forex reserves rise $12.42 billion to a record $729.33 billion as foreign currency assets and gold holdings post strong weekly gains.

ICRA expects housing sales value in India’s top seven cities to rise 8–11% in FY27 as premium and luxury homes support higher realisations.

India Inc’s annual M&A volumes have more than doubled since FY17 as stronger balance sheets push companies toward acquisitions for scale and capabilities.

Indian D2C companies raised nearly $6 billion across 2,000 rounds since 2021 as funding shifts from large late-stage deals toward younger brands.

India and the UK are set to sign an agreement to jointly develop electric propulsion systems for four Indian Navy Landing Platform Docks.

India Blockchain Week 2026 will be held in Mumbai on November 1–2, adding new institutional and future-asset forums focused on blockchain adoption.

India’s GDP growth is estimated at 7.1% for April–June 2026 as consumer demand and government spending offset subdued private investment.

India plans to add 100 ships to its merchant fleet over five years as it seeks greater cargo capacity, lower freight dependence and stronger maritime security.

Indian issuers withdraw ₹94,500 crore of planned bond sales as rising yields create a pricing gap between borrowers and institutional investors.

India plans to eliminate imported SCADA systems from its power grid by 2030, strengthening cybersecurity and domestic control of critical infrastructure.

Indian banks raise more than $10 billion through dollar bonds after RBI’s concessional swap window lowers funding costs and boosts offshore borrowing.

IRFC holds its 39th AGM on August 25, with shareholders reviewing FY26 financials, interim dividends and key board appointments.

India’s new capex cycle is being led by financially stronger companies using internal cash flows for capacity expansion, acquisitions and consolidation.

India’s private credit market has doubled to about $25 billion in five years as companies seek flexible financing for real estate, infrastructure and deals.

India directs OTT platforms to display anti-drug warnings during substance-use scenes, extending public-health messaging requirements to streaming content.

Indian Overseas Bank closes applications on August 24 for 250 Local Bank Officer posts as the lender expands frontline staffing across key states.

IDFC FIRST Bank and IIM Calcutta Innovation Park launch a ₹2 crore programme to support 16 sustainability-focused startups across India.

IHCL approves an all-stock merger with Oriental Hotels, offering 25 IHCL shares for every 117 OHL shares as it advances its Accelerate 2030 strategy.

India’s equity fundraising nears $10 billion in August as IPOs, block deals and institutional demand put capital markets on track for a record month.

Indian technology and digital brands are increasing motorsports partnerships as Formula 1, Formula E and racing platforms attract younger global audiences.

ICICI Bank doubles its overseas borrowing limit to $5 billion after raising $2.05 billion in dollar debt as Indian banks accelerate offshore funding.

India’s August PMI shows services activity recovering while manufacturing growth slows to a five-year low, highlighting an increasingly uneven economy.

AI is rewriting Indian IT outsourcing contracts as clients demand lower prices, higher productivity and outcome-based deals from major technology vendors.

IIFL Finance, Muthoot Finance and Manappuram shares rally after JPMorgan starts coverage with Overweight ratings on India’s gold-loan growth outlook.

IRDAI bars Niva Bupa from opening new business locations for six months after FY25 expense-of-management limits were breached.

India may give Fairfax up to two years to consolidate its bank holdings if it acquires IDBI Bank, easing a key regulatory hurdle involving CSB Bank.

India’s private-sector growth improves in August as stronger services activity offsets manufacturing expansion falling to its weakest pace in five years.

ICC hosts its 8th National Occupational Health & Safety Conference in Chennai, bringing industry leaders together to strengthen workplace safety standards.

India and Australia deepen sports cooperation across training, technology and major events as Australia supports India’s ambition to host the 2036 Olympics.

India’s D2C & Retail Summit 2026 gathers 600-plus founders, investors and operators to discuss AI, quick commerce, profitability and retail growth.

Indus Towers appoints Abhishek Maheshwari as Chief Financial Officer from August 19, strengthening finance leadership at India’s telecom infrastructure major.

Indian film producers strengthen overseas distribution as global audiences, diaspora demand and multilingual releases expand international box-office revenue.