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WhatsApp has introduced a new feature enabling users in India to complete prepaid mobile recharges directly within the app. Powered by PayU, the feature is being rolled out in phases across Android and iOS, with wider availability expected in the coming weeks. With this update, users can recharge their own or others’ prepaid mobile numbers seamlessly, without leaving the app. The feature supports major telecom operators including Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea, offering a range of plans to choose from for quick and convenient transactions. To improve accessibility, WhatsApp has introduced a dedicated rupee (₹) icon on the…

Jio Financial Services Limited (JFSL) and Allianz Group have entered into a binding agreement to form a 50:50 primary insurance joint venture focused on general and health insurance, marking a significant step towards expanding insurance access in India. The partnership combines JFSL’s extensive digital ecosystem and deep market understanding with Allianz’s global expertise in insurance, aiming to deliver innovative, accessible, and customer-centric protection solutions. The joint venture will commence operations subject to regulatory approvals, with plans also underway to explore a separate life insurance collaboration. As India continues to witness strong economic growth and demographic expansion, the need for comprehensive…

BitDelta India has officially launched its virtual digital asset (VDA) trading platform, marking its entry into one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing crypto markets. Registered as a Virtual Digital Asset Service Provider (VDASP) with the Financial Intelligence Unit – India (FIU-IND), the company aims to enable secure, structured, and reliable participation in digital asset investing. With India’s crypto ecosystem estimated to have over 119 million users, the market is witnessing a shift from access-led adoption to trust-driven participation. Investors are increasingly prioritising security, transparency, and governance as key factors in platform selection. Commenting on the launch, Vikaas M Sachdeva,…

Godrej Industries Group has unveiled a new purpose and brand identity, signalling a pivotal step in aligning its legacy with future growth ambitions. Anchored in its 129-year heritage, the refreshed identity reflects a sharper strategic direction across its diverse businesses spanning consumer products, real estate, financial services, agriculture, and chemicals. At the core of this transformation is the Group’s new purpose, “Crafting tomorrow since 1897,” which blends its rich legacy with a forward-looking vision. Inspired by founder Ardeshir Godrej, the purpose underscores the Group’s commitment to building innovative, responsible, and enduring businesses. The organization will continue to be guided by…

Raise Financial Services has announced the acquisition of algorithmic trading platform Stratzy in a cash and stock deal, marking a significant step in expanding its technology-led offerings in the capital markets ecosystem. Stratzy, an exchange-registered platform, offers over 100 approved multi-asset algorithms across equities, indices, F&O, and commodities. Known for simplifying algorithmic trading, the platform enables users to deploy curated, rule-based strategies powered by quantitative models, AI, and system-driven approaches. With this acquisition, Stratzy will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of Raise while continuing to function independently. It will serve algorithmic traders through integrations and partnerships across multiple broking…

CoinSwitch has released its Q1 2026 report, “India’s Crypto Portfolio: How India Invests,” analysing trends from over 2.5 crore users, highlighting a clear shift towards a more mature crypto market in India. While investors aged 26–35 continue to dominate participation at 48%, the fastest growth is now coming from the 35+ segment, including Gen X and older millennials. This demographic shift reflects increasing confidence in crypto as a long-term asset class, supported by greater financial awareness and evolving regulatory clarity. Ashish Singhal, Co-founder, CoinSwitch, said: “What stands out this quarter is not just who is investing, but how. The rise…

TechnoStruct Group, a leading BIM consulting firm, conducted a BIM-focused placement drive at Aryabhatt Institute of Technology in collaboration with Delhi Skill and Entrepreneurship University (DSEU), aimed at bridging the gap between academic learning and industry requirements. The initiative brought together engineering students and industry experts to create direct employment opportunities while building awareness around Building Information Modelling (BIM) as a future-ready skill. Aligned with national priorities such as NITI Aayog’s skilling push and flagship programs like Make in India and Build in India, the drive reflects a broader shift towards high-value, technology-driven talent development. By focusing on upskilling and…

Axis Trustee Services Limited (ATSL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Axis Bank, has launched PRISM, a digital-first platform designed to enhance client engagement and improve service efficiency. The initiative marks a key milestone in the company’s transition towards a fintech-led trustee model. The platform was unveiled by Amitabh Chaudhry, MD & CEO of Axis Bank, along with Rahul Choudhary, MD & CEO of ATSL, highlighting the Group’s focus on leveraging technology to transform financial services. Aligned with the Securities and Exchange Board of India’s (SEBI) push for Ease of Doing Business, PRISM aims to simplify processes, strengthen transparency, and enable…

Tata Steel has significantly expanded its strategic collaboration with Google Cloud to advance a unified, enterprise-wide agentic AI ecosystem. This initiative marks a major step in redefining industrial operations, with Tata Steel deploying over 300 specialised AI agents across its global value chain within just nine months. The transformation is powered by a consolidated data architecture that integrates structured and unstructured data, enabling real-time decision-making and operational agility. Central to this ecosystem are platforms like Zen AI, a low-code environment empowering employees to build AI solutions, and the Tata Steel Digital Assistant (TDA), which acts as a unified command center…

Bengaluru: Primus Partners has released a thought leadership report titled Rethinking Driver Training: A Road to Safer Traffic, highlighting the urgent need to reform India’s driver training and licensing systems. The report notes that despite improvements in laws, enforcement, and infrastructure, road accidents continue to rise, pointing to gaps in driver preparedness. It highlights that many drivers enter the system without formal training and lack ongoing skill development. The current licensing framework, it adds, focuses more on procedural compliance than real-world driving skills such as hazard perception and decision-making. Aarti Harbhajanka, Co-founder and Managing Director, Primus Partners, said, “Rethinking driver…