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Acapella to Grow Li'l Gamby, Eyes Fundraise by Mid-2026
Acapella Hospitality, the six-year-old venture promoted by Centrum Capital's family office, is sharpening its focus on quick-service restaurant (QSR) segment with plans to scale its Li'l Gamby brand and raise its first external round of funding by mid-2026.
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September 05, 2025
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India-China rapprochement: A season of wishful thinking?
The record doesn't show Beijing as a reliable partner for New Delhi
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September 05, 2025
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No GST on life, health insurance: Insurers brace for cost shock
The GST exemption on individual protection and health policies will directly benefit consumers
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September 05, 2025
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Economy to hurt if states not compensated for GST loss: Kerala FM
Kerala faces a likely annual revenue loss of ₹8,000-10,000 crore due to the reduction in goods and services tax (GST) rates across segments that was announced by the GST Council on Wednesday, Kerala finance minister K.N. Balagopal said.
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September 05, 2025
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Eicher, Bajaj Auto's premium motorbike sales to take a hit
Bajaj Auto and Royal Enfield dominate the market for premium bikes above 350cc capacity
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September 05, 2025
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Indian envoy visits Tesla's China factory
India's consul general in Shanghai, Pratik Mathur, visited Tesla's factory in the city on Thursday amid growing speculation over the export of its China-made luxury electric vehicle models to India.
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September 05, 2025
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Small cars, bikes cheaper, but EVs to see shrinking tax edge
Tax differential between electric and conventional cars with smaller engines to reduce
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September 05, 2025
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Price-wary govt starts subsidised onion sales
In a precautionary measure to keep a lid on onion prices during this season of festivals, the Centre on Thursday launched retail sale of the politically-sensitive vegetable at ₹24 a kg, starting with cities where prices had crossed ₹31.
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September 05, 2025
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Facebook, YouTube banned in Nepal
Nepal on Thursday banned social media sites such as Facebook, Instagram and YouTube among others for failing to register with the ministry of communication and information technology within the given deadline.
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September 05, 2025
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Trump Administration's Cuts to Harvard Funding Are Unconstitutional, Judge Rules
White House Vows to Appeal After Court Orders Government to Restore Billions of Dollars in Funding
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September 05, 2025
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GST rate cut to ease logistics costs, spur economic growth
A reduction in the cost of logistics would have cascading effects, such as making manufacturing more competitive
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September 05, 2025
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Option signals flash red as bulls battle tariff storm
On Monday, puts exceeded calls by ₹1,181 crore as bulls sold puts and bears closed out their bearish call positions
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September 04, 2025
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Panchayati Raj Ministry Eyes OTT Series to Spotlight Work
Ministry plans campaign showcasing rural women's leadership, empowerment.
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September 04, 2025
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Demand, margin woes keep home décor stocks out of vogue
The home décor sector, which includes companies that produce plastic pipes, ceramic tiles, and wood panels, is facing significant challenges. Weak consumer demand, lower realizations, and margin pressure have depressed earnings.
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September 04, 2025
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India to test battery storage at coal plants
India will test the installation of battery storage systems at some coal power plants, as the nation grapples with integrating massive solar capacity while maintaining reliable electricity supply, an adviser to India's power ministry said.
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September 04, 2025
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Eating 'kur' and 'rildok' with the Sherpas of Nepal
Try hearty vegetable stews, buckwheat flour pancakes, and sip on butter tea as you blend in with the mountain life
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September 04, 2025
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'Israel Plans West Bank Annexation'
Israel's far-right finance minister said on Wednesday that maps were being drawn up for annexing territory in the occupied West Bank, land the Palestinians seek for a state, although it was unclear if he had Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's support.
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September 04, 2025
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Deal Momentum Builds in India's Mid-Stage Funding
Several startups are raising or preparing to raise their successive rounds to fuel expansion
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September 04, 2025
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Household debt must ease before it constrains demand
A flurry of loans taken for consumption rather than asset creation could weigh against growth
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September 04, 2025
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India's rare earth hunt has a hazardous waste problem
New plan for rare earths is unlikely to carry new safeguards against any environmental fallout
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September 04, 2025
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Coal Stocks at Thermal Plants Up 27% on Lower Power Demand
India's coal stocks at its thermal power plants are at 47.5 million tonnes (mt), about 27% higher than the year-ago level of 37.2 mt, said two people in the know of the development.
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September 04, 2025
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Why firms are doubling down on Esops
Esops fuel India Inc.'s pay shift Issuance of Employee Stock Options.
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September 04, 2025
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Nestlé CEO's unraveling started with a tip to an employee hotline
Nestlé Chief Executive Laurent Freixe's downfall started with an anonymous tip to an internal hotline called \"Speak Up.\"
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September 04, 2025
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From tables to takeout: Middle class cuts back on eating out
As the middle class is becoming more cautious with its money, many QSRs are rethinking their business models
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September 04, 2025
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JPMorgan to boost banking in India
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is strengthening its corporate banking presence in India, focusing on sectors such as electric vehicles, data centres and solar energy, as firms in these industries ramp up capital spending in the world's fastest-growing major economy.
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September 04, 2025
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Unilever CEO Plans Shakeup of Top 200 Managers in Overhaul
Unilever Plc chief executive officer (CEO) Fernando Fernandez expects to replace a quarter of the group's top 200 managers following a performance review, as he leads an overhaul of the maker of Dove soap.
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September 04, 2025
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Meet the woman Trump calls Europe's most powerful leader
With geopolitical tensions flaring in June, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen wanted to get President Trump alone at a Group of Seven summit in Canada.
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September 04, 2025
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Rupee off record low, ends at 88.02
The rupee recovered 13 paise from its all-time low level to settle at 88.02 against the US dollar on Wednesday, on positive domestic equities, softening of crude oil prices and weak US dollar index.
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September 04, 2025
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Don't leap into RCEP: Let Trump's tariff game play out
India's response must be clear about what has changed under Trump and what conditions are likely to endure
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September 04, 2025
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Education Accountability: Trust Teachers, Dump Classroom Cams
Intrusive surveillance will hurt an endeavor that thrives on professional ethics and human bonds
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