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Five forces that Indian companies must tackle as one
India’s corporate leaders are growing comfortable with discomfort. The country’s structural growth remains intact.
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May 28, 2026
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Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code: adopt the discipline of letting go
A business exit is not failure but a delayed resolution is. Let’s ensure that we dont destroy value in the name of preserving it
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May 28, 2026
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I-T return filings plateau as exemption thresholds rise
The decline in income tax return filings among individuals earning up to ₹5 lakh reflects policy changes rather than weaker tax compliance, according to Vikas Sharma, lead-personal tax at AKM Global.
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May 28, 2026
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Credit discipline is a big IBC gain: now cut losses
Thanks to a series of amendments and a growing volume of case law, loan repayment has improved vastly. But India must tackle IBC delays before it can deliver on its full potential
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May 28, 2026
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Balkrishna hedges export bets amid trade headwinds
The Poddar family-promoted firm is reworking its strategy with a sharper focus on India
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May 28, 2026
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Petrol pumps to set up infra for blended fuel stack soon
State-run, private oil marketers told to work on E20, E22, E25, E30 fuel-dispensing systems
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May 28, 2026
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A meteorologist who helped the Allies save D-Day
The tense 72 hours before the invasion are brought to life in the film Pressure
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May 28, 2026
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Govt healthcare spending triples to ₹3.85 tn in a decade
Government health expenditure as share of GDP sees increase from 1.15% to 1.43%
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May 28, 2026
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INSIDE INDIA'S CHEMICAL MELTDOWN
The Iran war has shredded the country’s petrochemical supply chain, forcing manufacturers to scramble for raw materials.
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May 28, 2026
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Green energy investments set to gain momentum in India: BII CEO
Green energy investments in India are set to gain momentum and expand further, driven by heightened energy security concerns triggered by the West Asia war, said Leslie Maasdorp, chief executive officer (CEO) of British International Investment.
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May 28, 2026
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Air India, IndiGo cut domestic flights
Air India, IndiGo and Air India Express are temporarily reducing their domestic flights by 10-22% in the coming months, as the airlines seek to deal with the impact of surging jet fuel prices and relatively lower travel demand, according to officials.
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May 28, 2026
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The deeply satisfying comfort of Lithuanian food
From pink soups and potato dumplings to meat pies, the local cuisine is best enjoyed at women-run canteens
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May 28, 2026
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DS Group brings UK chain Ben's Cookies to India
The Dharampal Satyapal (DS) Group, known for Catch masalas and beverages, has tied up with the UK's Ben's Cookies to launch the chain in India in early June, as it bets on demand for artisanal bakery products.
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May 28, 2026
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Selling Essar guarantees will be a long battle for lenders
Banks expect a prolonged recovery process nearly seven years after Essar Steel's insolvency
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May 28, 2026
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India's stalled project rate halves
India’s investment pipeline has hit a significant milestone. The project stalling rate, measured as the value of stalled projects as a share of the total value of projects under implementation, declined to a 12-year low of 5.5% in FY26, down from nearly 11% in 2014-15.
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May 28, 2026
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How Pakistan is defying some of the world’s investing myths
This emerging economy is holding up well against a big oil shock
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May 28, 2026
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Pentagon cuts forces earmarked for Europe in event of crisis
Change is part of wider approach to reallocate more forces to Asia and the Pacific
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May 28, 2026
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Control, not just FDI, drives insurance M&A
Push for greater control may trigger consolidation in the insurance sector
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May 28, 2026
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Bata profit plunges 95% in Mar quarter
Footwear maker Bata India reported a 95.2% year-on-year drop in consolidated net profit to ₹2.2 crore in the March quarter, hurt by a voluntary retirement scheme (VRS) charge and a forex-related accounting loss. Sequentially, the profit was down by 96.6%.
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May 28, 2026
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Govt approves ₹25,530 crore overhaul of the PDS network
The cabinet approved a ₹25,530 crore overhaul of its public food distribution network on Wednesday, merging two existing subsidy programmes into a single technology-led scheme designed to feed over 813.5 million beneficiaries more efficiently and with less waste.
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May 28, 2026
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PW reins in K-12 hopes as focus shifts to profitability
Edtech major PhysicsWallah is pulling back on its ambitious expansion into K-12 schooling announced in the previous quarter (Q3 of FY26), and reverting to a sharp focus on profitability in its core online and offline education businesses, a top executive of the company said.
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May 28, 2026
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SC upholds ECI's power to hold SIR
The Supreme Court (SC) on Wednesday upheld the power of the Election Commission of India (ECI) to conduct a special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, saying the exercise “advances the constitutional imperative of free and fair elections.”
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May 28, 2026
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SC upholds 28% GST, retrospective levy
The three-judge bench led by Justice Pardiwala held that online gaming, fantasy sports and similar real-money games involving pooled stakes and prize structures amounted to betting and gambling, and that such activities create “actionable claims” that are taxable under the GST framework.
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May 28, 2026
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Move over Korea, it's time now for Japanese beauty brands
After Korean serums, sheet masks and elaborate multi-step regimens dominated Indian skincare routines for years, Japanese products are emerging as the next big trend as consumers increasingly switch to lighter textures, natural ingredients and “maximum efficacy with minimal effort.”
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May 27, 2026
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Auto PLI faces rising localization scrutiny
Electric vehicle makers on edge as testing agencies look closer
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May 27, 2026
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Tata Sons board discusses new ventures, to hold more reviews
Tata Trusts chairman Noel Tata’s push for clarity on new Tata Sons businesses prompted the company's board to discuss in detail plans for aviation, batteries, electronics, semiconductors and e-commerce for the first time on Tuesday, with a plan to hold review meetings at least twice a year.
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May 27, 2026
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Cognizant is first IT firm to tap loan to fund buyback
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp. is financing its $2 billion share repurchase through bank credit, in a departure from the information technology (IT) industry's practice of using cash reserves for such transactions.
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May 27, 2026
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India, US tie up for critical minerals after China shock
India and the US on Tuesday signed a framework on mining and refining of critical minerals and rare earths, a year after China threw global supply chains into chaos with an export ban on rare earth magnets which are used in a variety of industries.
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May 27, 2026
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Realty's big four aim for 1.2 tn home sales in FY27
India’s top four listed real estate developers are targeting a combined ‑1.19 trillion in housing sales this fiscal year, while they sharpen focus on increasing profits and acquiring new land in a calibrated manner.
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May 27, 2026
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Airtel's premium 5G service triggers telecom showdown
A tussle has broken out in the telecom sector over Bharti Airtel’s 5G “Priority Postpaid” plans, with rivals Reliance Jio and Vodafone Idea seeking regulatory consultations and government clearance before such services are rolled out commercially, according to two people familiar with the matter.
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