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Exclusive: Behind Udaan's refinancing lies a silent investor takeover
After 19 investment rounds and over $2.1 billion raised, the kirana supply startup’s investors seem to finally be in the mood to collect their dues. What happens next?
19 Jul 2026
Ambanis double down but Reliance’s growth engines sputter
While the Rs 9,000 crore promoter investment in Q1 brings a measure of reassurance, investors will still have to wait for Jio and retail to work through their challenges.
17 Jul 2026
Tata Consumer Products struggles with Capital Foods, its most expensive buy
The FMCG major acquired the maker of Ching’s Secret to make the most of its high margins, but things didn’t go to plan. Two years and a few lessons later, TCPL is trying to change that.
16 Jul 2026
Groww just can’t seem to shake off its derivatives dependence
Despite a diversification push, over half its revenue continues to come from the volatile and highly regulated equity derivatives segment.
15 Jul 2026
Early-stage deals take a dive in the Mideast, amid Iran war
Venture capital funding is showing signs of a slowdown; the US opens access to advanced technologies for the UAE; and other updates.
15 Jul 2026
Canara HSBC Life is dipping its toes into new waters, but can it stay afloat?
The newly listed insurer commands a premium valuation, but its latest ambition, if not done right, may prove to be a drag.
14 Jul 2026
The quiet deflation that’s eating into Indian IT’s vitals
TCS CEO Krithivasan’s stunning disclosure lays bare a bind: AI is forcing IT services giants to give away a chunk of renegotiated contract value, even as new revenue remains lumpy and uncertain.
13 Jul 2026
India’s jet engine gap turns into a strategic fault line
The country's fighter jet roadmap rests on imported propulsion, leaving its military plans hostage to cost shocks, delays and geopolitics.
13 Jul 2026
Swiggy Instamart has a people and strategy problem
In light of the recent exits of top executives at Swiggy’s quick commerce business, we look at the reasons behind the departures and whether it’s impacting the business.
12 Jul 2026
Cult.fit’s opportunity: gyms or gear?
Born as a full-stack wellness platform, the IPO-bound company now leans on gyms while betting on products to drive its next phase of growth.
09 Jul 2026
