Google co-founder Sergey Brin has made a major philanthropic contribution, gifting over $1.1 billion in Alphabet stock to various charitable organisations, according to recent reports. This move underscores his continued focus on advancing medical research, climate solutions, and global impact initiatives. Key Highlights of the Donation Catalyst4: Nearly…
India’s Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued new directives requiring popular messaging apps to link accounts to the active SIM on a user’s device, aiming to curb rising digital fraud. New SIM-Linked Rules for OTT Platforms Messaging and social apps such as WhatsApp, Signal, Telegram, Snapchat, and others…
Dreamfolks Services, a leading travel services provider, has taken a strategic step to broaden its international footprint by acquiring a 60.24% stake in ETT Solutions DMCC for Rs 36 crore. This investment establishes ETT Solutions as a foreign subsidiary, positioning Dreamfolks to tap into global travel service markets.…
As the Winter Session of Parliament begins, the government is set to unveil important tax proposals on 1 December, focusing on pan masala, cigarettes, and other tobacco products under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) framework. Upcoming Bills in Lok Sabha The Finance Minister will table three key…
Waaree Energies Limited has secured a new 140 MW solar module order from an Indian renewable energy company engaged in developing, owning, and operating clean energy projects across the country. The order was confirmed on 28 November 2025 and will be executed during FY26. Order Details The contract…
Authum Investment & Infrastructure Limited has announced key corporate actions, including a major capital expansion and a 4:1 bonus share issue, following its board meeting held on 28 November 2025. Capital Expansion and Board Approvals The board approved an increase in the company’s authorised share capital from ₹100…
The Adani Group is reportedly gearing up for a multi-billion-dollar investment in Google’s upcoming artificial intelligence data centre ecosystem in India. As per reports, the investment—estimated at up to $5 billion—will be channelled through Adani Connex, the conglomerate’s data centre joint venture with EdgeConneX. The move signals one…
State-owned telecom operator Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd (MTNL) has been fined by both the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and BSE for failing to meet regulatory requirements related to the structure of its board of directors. In a regulatory filing, MTNL confirmed that the exchanges collectively imposed a penalty…
Lenskart Solutions Limited posted robust financial results for the quarter and half-year ending September 30, 2025, driven by growing demand, operational efficiency, and continued expansion of its retail network. Quarterly and Half-Year Performance For Q2 FY26, Lenskart’s India business reported ₹21,466 million in revenue, a 23.9% year-on-year increase.…
December 1, 2025
CII Calls for Green Finance Institution and Technology Fund to Accelerate Low-Carbon Transition
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has urged the government to introduce key policy and financial mechanisms to support India’s shift toward a low-carbon economy, including the creation of a dedicated Green Finance Institution and a Green Tech Expo Fund. The recommendations were made as part of CII’s…