Westside, the flagship fashion retail brand owned by the Tata Group’s Trent Limited, is launching its most ambitious expansion strategy to date, aiming to open 100 new stores every year. This massive scale-up is designed to solidify the brand’s footprint across India, targeting both major metropolitan hubs and rapidly growing tier-2 and tier-3 cities. By…
Axis Bank has announced a robust set of financial results for the first quarter of the fiscal year, reporting a 23% year-on-year increase in net profit to ₹7,114 crore. This impressive growth was primarily fueled by steady core income expansion and a significant reduction in provisions, demonstrating the private lender’s resilient operational performance. The bank’s…
In an aggressive move to secure retail deposits, Unity Small Finance Bank has revised its fixed deposit (FD) interest rates, introducing a highly attractive return of up to 8.50% per annum for senior citizens. According to the lender’s updated schedule effective July 15, 2026, the peak interest rate applies specifically to its unique 501-day special…
As parent company Oppo initiates a massive global restructuring of its smartphone business, OnePlus is reportedly planning a phased withdrawal from all international markets outside of China. Sources close to the matter indicate that the brand is set to cease operations in the United States and Europe as early as this week, shifting its focus…
India’s premier private sector banks are undergoing a historic structural shift, shedding more than 7,700 jobs in the last financial year as heavy investments in artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure successfully streamline routine backend operations. According to annual reports for the financial year ending in 2026, the country’s largest private lenders—including HDFC Bank, Axis Bank,…
The “great Adani trade” has returned to Dalal Street with a massive ₹1.40 lakh crore bang, making Adani Enterprises (AEL) the top-performing stock on the Nifty 50. The flagship incubator’s shares have surged approximately 41% this year, pushing its total market capitalization to ₹4.3 lakh crore. This powerful resurgence has effectively put to rest the…
LTIMindtree (LTM) maintained a stable workforce of 87,886 employees during the June quarter, reflecting the company’s measured approach to hiring amid a challenging global demand environment for IT services. The steady headcount indicates that the company is prioritizing operational efficiency and resource optimization while closely monitoring client spending trends. Like several technology firms, LTIMindtree has…
Meta has sought to reassure consumers and regulators about the privacy and security features of its AI-powered smart glasses as concerns over the technology continue to grow. The company said it is committed to protecting user privacy through built-in safeguards, transparent data practices, and clear notifications when the device’s camera or artificial intelligence features are…
Maruti Suzuki has announced attractive offers of up to ₹90,000 on the Victoris Hybrid for July 2026, aiming to boost customer demand and strengthen its position in the growing hybrid vehicle segment. The benefits include a combination of cash discounts, exchange bonuses, and corporate incentives, with the exact value varying based on the variant, dealership,…
Leading telecom operators Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio now offer similar data recharge packs priced around Rs 200, giving prepaid users more choices for affordable high-speed internet access. The plans are designed for customers seeking additional data without changing their existing voice and SMS recharge packs. While both telecom providers offer comparable pricing, the exact…
