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Infosys is making a major strategic push with a planned investment of ₹5,250 crore to expand its vertical-specific capabilities and strengthen its global delivery model. The move is aimed at deepening expertise across key sectors such as banking, healthcare, retail, and manufacturing, enabling the company to offer more specialised, high-value solutions to clients. As part of this strategy, Infosys has also announced the acquisition of Optimum Healthcare IT for about $465 million, significantly boosting its healthcare capabilities. The deal is expected to enhance its presence in the provider segment, add new clients, and strengthen AI-driven digital transformation offerings in healthcare.…
India’s beer industry is facing potential shortages and rising costs as the Iran conflict disrupts gas supplies critical for manufacturing. Global brewers including Heineken, Anheuser-Busch InBev, and Carlsberg have warned of supply challenges due to increased input costs and production disruptions. The crisis has driven up prices of glass bottles by nearly 20%, while paper cartons and packaging materials have also seen sharp cost increases. Gas shortages, essential for running furnaces, have forced several glass manufacturers to cut or halt production. Aluminium can makers are also facing supply constraints due to shipping delays, adding further pressure just as India enters…
The Centre has issued a new directive mandating households to switch from LPG cylinders to piped natural gas (PNG) where the facility is available, setting a strict three-month deadline. Under the order by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, LPG supply will be discontinued if consumers fail to opt for PNG within three months of being notified by the authorised gas provider. The move aims to ease pressure on LPG supplies, which have been affected by global disruptions, especially due to tensions in West Asia. However, the rule includes an exception, LPG supply will continue in areas where PNG…
The Union Cabinet has approved a revamped version of the UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik) scheme with a total outlay of ₹28,840 crore, aimed at strengthening regional air connectivity over the next 10 years. Under the modified scheme, the government plans to develop around 100 airports by upgrading existing unserved and underserved airstrips, significantly expanding India’s aviation network. The initiative also includes the development of 200 helipads and enhanced financial support for airline operators through viability gap funding, ensuring better connectivity in remote, hilly, and island regions. The scheme is expected to boost economic growth, tourism, and trade in…
Microsoft is undergoing a major internal transformation, with its HR leadership urging employees to adapt to a rapidly evolving work environment. An internal communication emphasised that the pace of change is accelerating, pushing teams to move away from legacy systems, outdated processes, and rigid structures toward more agile and future-ready ways of working. At the same time, Meta has laid off around 700 employees, shortly after rolling out substantial executive compensation packages. The job cuts are part of ongoing efforts to streamline operations, reduce costs, and reallocate resources toward high-growth areas like artificial intelligence and advanced technologies. These developments highlight…
The Adani Group is in discussions with global tech giants Meta and Google to form partnerships in its rapidly growing data centre business. The talks are part of Adani’s broader push to build large-scale digital infrastructure in India, positioning itself as a key player in the country’s AI and cloud ecosystem. The group is exploring multiple locations across Indian states for hyperscale data centre facilities, with discussions still at a preliminary stage. The strategy focuses on offering integrated solutions, combining land, infrastructure, and renewable energy, critical components for powering next-generation AI workloads and cloud services. With India witnessing a surge…
Fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya has stirred conversation after taking credit for signing a young Virat Kohli during the early days of Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Reacting to RCB’s blockbuster sale of over ₹16,600 crore, Mallya congratulated the new owners and reflected on his journey of building the franchise from its inception in 2008. He revealed that his decision to back Kohli as a young talent was one of the most defining moments in the team’s history, with the cricketer now regarded as one of the best in the world. Mallya also highlighted how the franchise name and identity were closely tied…
The Indian government has firmly rejected widespread speculation about a potential nationwide lockdown, clarifying that there are no plans to restrict public movement or economic activity even amid global energy concerns triggered by tensions in West Asia. Officials said recent remarks by Narendra Modi about “preparedness” were taken out of context and were meant to emphasise administrative readiness and contingency planning, not lockdown measures. The rumours coincided with the anniversary of India’s 2020 COVID‑19 lockdown, which amplified fears online, but the government stressed that the current situation is not a public health emergency and that normal life will continue. Officials reiterated that authorities remain…
Iran has allowed limited passage through the strategically crucial Strait of Hormuz for select countries, including India, China, and Russia, even as tensions in the region remain high. The move comes after Iran imposed strict controls over the waterway following the US-Iran conflict, effectively restricting most global shipping and disrupting a key route that handles a significant share of the world’s oil trade. According to officials, only approved vessels from “non-hostile” nations are being allowed to pass, often after coordination with Iranian authorities, highlighting a selective and tightly monitored transit system. India has been in active talks with Tehran to…
India is set to significantly strengthen its maritime capabilities with a ₹40,000 crore project to build eight next-generation corvettes for the Indian Navy. These warships, part of the Next Generation Corvette (NGC) programme, are designed as advanced multi-role platforms capable of handling a wide range of missions including surface warfare, anti-submarine operations, coastal defence, and maritime strike roles. The corvettes will be equipped with modern weapons systems such as surface-to-surface missiles, anti-missile defence systems, torpedoes, and advanced radar and sonar technologies, making them highly lethal and versatile in modern naval warfare. A key highlight of the project is its strong…