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In a rapidly evolving global environment marked by economic uncertainty, technological disruption and heightened regulatory scrutiny, KPMG International’s 2025 Banking & Capital Markets CEO Outlook highlights a sector demonstrating strong resilience and optimism. Based on insights from 110 CEOs across 11 key markets, including India, the report underscores growing confidence in long-term growth, alongside accelerated adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and a sharper focus on trust, governance and sustainability. Globally, 83% of CEOs express confidence in their organisations’ growth prospects over the next three years, up from 78% in 2024. AI has emerged as a central investment theme, with 65%…

Nothing has announced the sale of its latest Phone (4a) Series in India, strengthening its presence in the competitive mid-range smartphone segment. The new lineup combines the brand’s signature transparent design with upgraded performance, camera capabilities, and AI-driven software. The Phone (4a) features a triple camera setup, including a 50MP main sensor with OIS and a 50MP telephoto lens supporting up to 70x zoom, alongside an ultra-wide lens and a 32MP front camera. Powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset, the device offers smooth performance and gaming, complemented by a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate. Running on…

India’s workforce is undergoing a significant shift, driven by optimism, rapid AI adoption, and evolving expectations around flexibility and collaboration, according to the Randstad Workmonitor 2026 India report. The report highlights strong confidence across the ecosystem, with 100% of employers expressing optimism about business growth and 79% of professionals confident in their organizations’ future—well above global averages. However, rising living costs are reshaping workforce behaviour, with 58% of professionals considering or taking up a second job. Artificial intelligence is emerging as a major productivity enabler, with 89% of Indian professionals acknowledging its positive impact. Despite this, human relationships remain central.…

Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL), in collaboration with KPMG in India, has released the third edition of its Reimagine thought leadership report titled “Reimagine: Securities Market through Data Synergy.” The report introduces a Creation–Control–Culture (3C) framework aimed at enabling a data-driven transformation of India’s securities market ecosystem. Emphasising that “data risk is market risk,” the report highlights the need for robust data governance to enhance resilience, transparency, and innovation. It outlines how a structured approach can support shared data infrastructure, strengthen cyber safeguards, and promote responsible data practices across institutions. The framework also recommends a central regulatory operating model…

Amir Chand Jagdish Kumar (Exports) Limited (the “Company”) shall open its Bid / Issue in relation to its initial public offer of Equity Shares on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 and close on Friday, March 27, 2026. The IPO is entirely a fresh issue of ₹4,400 million. 82,796,840 Equity Shares of face value of ₹ 10 each are outstanding as on date. The Company proposes to utilise net proceeds from fresh issue of Equity Shares, estimated at ₹4,400 million towards its working capital requirements and general corporate purposes (collectively, the “Object of Issue”). Emkay Global Financial Services Limited and Keynote Financial Services…

Applause Entertainment, the content and IP creation arm of the Aditya Birla Group, has announced an exclusive partnership with Story TV, one of India’s fastest-growing microdrama platforms, to develop a slate of premium short-form content for mobile-first audiences. As part of the collaboration, Applause Entertainment—known for titles such as Scam 1992, Criminal Justice, and The Hunt—will co-produce and distribute a diverse range of microdramas across genres. Story TV will also acquire and adapt the romantic-thriller Hello Mini into a vertical microdrama format, aligning with evolving viewing habits. Launched in July 2025, Story TV has quickly established itself in the microdrama…

Bengaluru has emerged as the frontrunner in India’s growing demand for home interior services, according to the latest data released by Justdial Limited. An analysis comparing search trends from March 2025–February 2026 with the same period in the previous year indicates a sharp rise in consumer interest, driven by evolving lifestyle preferences and a stronger focus on home aesthetics and functionality. Searches for interior designers across India witnessed a 21% year-on-year increase, reflecting a growing inclination towards professional design expertise and customized home solutions. Among major cities, Bengaluru recorded the highest surge at 67%, significantly outpacing other metros. Delhi followed…

Pearson India and Infinity Learn have partnered to launch an AI-powered Competitive Exam Test Series aimed at helping students prepare more effectively for India’s highly competitive engineering and medical entrance examinations, including JEE and NEET. The initiative introduces JEE Main.AI 2026, a comprehensive preparation programme designed for students aspiring to secure admission into premier engineering institutes such as the IITs, NITs and IIITs. The programme combines Pearson India’s academic content expertise with Infinity Learn’s AI-enabled digital learning tools to deliver a structured and personalised exam preparation experience. At the centre of the platform is AINA, a voice-first AI mentor available…

DP World reported record financial results for 2025, with revenue rising 22% year-on-year to $24.4 billion and adjusted EBITDA increasing 18% to $6.4 billion, reflecting strong performance across its Ports & Terminals and Logistics businesses. The company’s EBITDA margin stood at 26.3%. Total group throughput increased 5.8% to 93.4 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU), while profit for the year rose 32.2% to $1.96 billion. Operating cash flow also grew by 14% to $6.3 billion, supported by improved operational efficiency and disciplined cost management. Commenting on the results, H.E. Essa Kazim, Chairman of DP World, said the company’s diversified business model…

Lemonn, the stock broking and investment platform, today announced the launch of SmartInvest, algorithmic investment strategy designed to make algo trading accessible to retail investors and traders. Algorithmic trading has traditionally remained a complex and niche product, largely limited to sophisticated traders who have the technical expertise to design, test, and deploy their own strategies. Retail investors and traders, despite growing interest, have had limited access to simplified, compliant, and ready-to-use algo solutions. This challenge exists even as India’s algorithmic trading market continues to expand rapidly. SmartInvest aims to bridge this gap. “While interest in equity investing has grown significantly, execution…