OpenAI, developer of ChatGPT, announced on June 8 that it had secretly registered for an initial public offering (IPO) in the United States. In an effort to attract investors looking to profit from the AI boom, the company will join Anthropic in making inroads into the stock market. According to
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Zepto's DRHP goes beyond revenue growth. It discloses ED summons to both founders under FEMA, a CCI inquiry into predatory pricing, a pivot toward advertising as the real margin engine, and a loss on every single order delivered.
Here's your daily funding and key business news roundup for June 9, 2026: Monday's deals spanned quick commerce, enterprise AI, robotics, and wedtech, with BazaarNow closing a Rs 72 crore round led by Peak XV Partners and Celebal Technologies raising Rs 50 crore in debt from
According to Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) chairman N. Chandrasekaran, the number of AI agents employed by the company will equal the number of human employees over the next three years. He made the statement during the 31st Annual General Meeting (AGM) that the company is developing its most significant effort
Gold and silver prices in India today, 9 June 2026: 24K gold is at ₹1,54,700 per 10g and silver at ₹2,47,340 per kg, as gold snaps an eight-day losing streak on easing West Asia tensions. Check city-wise rates, MCX futures data, and buying tips.
In their UDRHP, Zepto said that in April, the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) summoned Aadit Palicha and Kaivalya Vohra, two of its founders. Both were summoned in connection with procedures related to the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), 1999. An amended filing with SEBI states that the ED has requested
After the successful sale of stakes in NHPC, Coal India, and Central Bank of India, the government announced on 8 June an Offer for Sale (OFS) in NLC India Ltd, formerly known as Neyveli Lignite Corporation. The offer includes up to 3% of the company's equity, with a
Pickleball is growing fast in India, but most quality equipment has come from imported brands. Explore how Athletiq is working to change that by building performance pickleball products designed specifically for Indian players.
Explore the 26 best courier franchise opportunities in India for 2026. Compare investment, profit margin, ROI, and top brands like DTDC, Delhivery, FedEx, DHL, and India Post.
Zepto, a platform for rapid commerce, is getting closer to its initial public offering (IPO). In preparation for its debut on the Indian stock market, the company has submitted an amended DRHP to SEBI. A new issue of shares valued at INR 8,010 crore and an offer-for-sale (OFS) of
On June 9th, Apple announced that Siri, its long-running virtual assistant, would be rebranded as Siri AI and upgraded with AI capabilities. During the Worldwide Developers Conference, Apple's annual technology gathering, the company unveiled the updates. Executives from the company showcased the virtual assistant in action by using
Should India Move to a Twice-a-Month Salary System? Examining Anupam Mittal's Proposal and the Future of Employee Financial Wellbeing
Explore the top clothing franchises in India in 2026, including investment costs, ROI, and profitability. Discover leading apparel brands like Biba, Raymond, Peter England, Snitch, Zudio, and Van Heusen, and find the best fashion franchise opportunities for every budget.
A one-time spectrum charge that the Centre had imposed on Bharti Airtel Ltd. and Vodafone Idea Ltd. has been set down by the Bombay High Court. As a result, the court decided that the government couldn't change the terms of telecom licenses' finances after they were already
IndiGo has presented a spectacular expansion plan for FY30. The new development strategy for the company aims to carry almost 200 million people per year. Consequently, increasing its global presence and turning India into a key hub for international aviation. At the airline's analyst day on June 8,
To speed up LG Group's upcoming AI-driven economic wave, NVIDIA and LG Group are constructing an AI factory. This is a huge step forward for LG as they expand into new areas, including graphics processing unit (GPU) cloud services, data center technologies, autonomous driving, and robots. Through the
Here's your daily funding and key business news roundup for June 8, 2026: Monday opened the week with health and climate leading the capital flow, as cancer-focused biotech Immuneel Therapeutics raised over Rs 100 crore in a Series B and biogas infrastructure company GPS Renewables closed a Rs
At its annual developers conference (June 8 to 12, 2026), Apple is likely to introduce new AI technologies. Before John Ternus takes over as CEO in September, this conference will be the final appearance by Tim Cook. Unlike the fall launch of the latest iPhones, the World Wide Developers Conference
Ather Energy is in the process of finalising its participation in the government's INR 1 trillion research, development, and innovation (RDI) programme. With this change, the electric vehicle manufacturer will be able to secure long-term debt capital at a reduced rate for its initiatives. As a result, filling
The decision to remove Rajesh Exports from the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for advanced chemistry cell (ACC) battery storage is expected to be made by the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) in the coming days. This action is being conducted in response to an interim order from SEBI that has
Gold and Silver Prices in India Today, 8 June 2026: 24K gold fell ₹1,870 to ₹1,53,890 per 10g and silver dropped 2.03% to ₹2,44,050 per kg across Indian markets. Check city-wise rates for Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and more, plus MCX futures data and buying tips.
If you searched for a list of the best Indian startup sectors in 2021, amidst industries like AI, climate tech, D2C, fintech, and gaming, ‘business compliance’ would not have made the cut. Founders avoid it. Investors don’t care about it. Most competent CAs in charge of this prefer to
Hindustan Unilever (HUL), Dabur, Godrej Consumer Products, and Dixon Technologies are among the consumer goods makers that have been relying on volume growth this fiscal. However, they now anticipate that inflation caused by the West Asia conflict will prompt price increases. This price hike will drive both volume and price-led
Welcome to StartupTalky’s 2026 US funding updates. This article offers a clear and structured overview of the latest investment activity in the United States throughout the year. Our weekly funding tables, updated regularly, track how much funding companies have raised, the industries they operate in, key investors involved, and
The Indian companies that attended COMPUTEX 2026 in Taipei this week left a lasting impact. Among the world's most prominent technology expos, Indian companies were showcasing their innovations, forming collaborations, and increasing their global presence. Zoho and Sahasra Electronics Allured International Customers Software giant Zoho Corporation and electronics
As part of its regulations on legal metrology, the Centre has established uniform package sizes for edible oils. The change is an attempt to make prices more clear, make it easier to compare different brands, and give customers more information to work with. To better determine the net quantity and
Launching an all-electric taxi service in the Delhi-National Capital Region, Green SM, a Vietnamese ride-hailing provider, has broken into the Indian market. After this launch, the company, which is supported by Vingroup, the Vietnamese conglomerate that also owns VinFast, gradually expands to other cities. Green SM's entry into
Google has agreed to pay Elon Musk's SpaceX $920 million a month for computing power as part of a cloud-services deal. According to a Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) filing by Spacex, the deal runs through mid-2029. As per the agreement, Google will pay Spacex the monthly fee from
One of the first independent AI agents authorised to function on Apple's Messages for Business platform is Poke. It is an artificial intelligence firm that enables consumers to engage with an AI assistant through text messages. With this green light, the business can expand its service to iMessage,
As India's clean energy transition accelerates, new waste streams from solar panels, batteries, and plastics are creating major recycling challenges. Yuvraj Bhardwaj discusses circular economy solutions, EPR compliance, AI-powered recycling, and resource recovery opportunities.
Anthropic, an AI firm, proposed a worldwide pause from developing superintelligence on June 4, 2026. The newest models are starting to exhibit symptoms that they could get away from human control; thus, this step is necessary. The San Francisco-based firm that creates the Claude AI models stated in a research
Gold and silver prices in India ended higher on 5 June 2026, with both metals posting gains as easing geopolitical tensions boosted market sentiment. Gold rose 0.65% to ₹1,59,547 per 10 grams, supported by a weaker US dollar and lower bond yields. Silver gained 0.77% to
On June 5, 2026, the policy repo rate under the liquidity adjustment facility (LAF) remained maintained at 5.25% by unanimous vote of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC). As a result, the rates for the Bank Rate, the Standing Deposit Facility (SDF), and the Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) all stay
A single shareholder complaint in 2024 triggered a two-year SEBI probe into Rajesh Exports, India's gold giant, exposing alleged revenue misrepresentation of ₹15.15 lakh crore, fund diversion, and a Swiss refinery at the centre of it all.
Gautam Mohanka discusses India's solar manufacturing growth, TOPCon technology, backward integration, AI-driven quality control, ALMM reforms, and how domestic manufacturers are preparing to compete on the global stage.
It has been claimed that Google has slashed positions across the Cloud division in the past two weeks, adding to the lengthy list of IT layoffs this year. It has been reported that layoffs have affected Google's cybersecurity departments, including the Mandiant team and the Google Threat Intelligence
India's carbon market is entering a new phase with compliance trading, Article 6 opportunities, and growing net-zero commitments. Manish Dabkara shares insights on carbon credit integrity, climate finance, MSME participation, and the future of decarbonization.
India's transformer industry is at the center of the country's energy transition. Satyen Mamtora of TARIL shares insights on renewable energy growth, grid expansion, supply chain resilience, and the infrastructure needed to support India's 500 GW clean energy ambition.
In response to rising competition in the discount broking industry, industry leader Zerodha has unveiled new strategies to bring back consumer interest. New customers are no longer charged account maintenance fees (AMC) for the first year of service as of June 1st, according to the firm. It has also started
Kishan Karunakaran, Founder & CEO of Buyofuel, shares insights on building a profitable biofuel marketplace, ethanol blending, energy security, supply-chain transparency, and how AI and blockchain are shaping India's biofuel future.
The educational technology company PhysicsWallah announced on June 4 that it will be leaving the student loan industry and instead forming partnerships with non-bank financial companies (NBFCs). This follows the firm's previous statement that it will enhance its wholly-owned subsidiary, FinZ Finance Private Limited, with an equity injection
In today’s fast-changing and highly competitive environment, students need more than academic knowledge to stand out. Practical exposure, leadership abilities, and meaningful connections play a major role in shaping successful careers. The Campus Ambassador Internship Program by the Entrepreneurship Cell (E-Cell), IIT Bombay, gives students an opportunity to develop
Wednesday, 4 June 2026, was a strong day for Indian startup funding, with over $68 million raised across quick commerce, enterprise AI video, social fintech, health food, and natural sweeteners. The day's headline raise was FirstClub's $55 million Series B led by Peak XV Partners and
Gold and silver prices in India moved in opposite directions on 4 June 2026. Gold recovered during afternoon trade, rising ₹660 (0.42%) to ₹1,59,220 per 10 grams on MCX. Despite the rebound, gold remains under pressure from strong US economic data and expectations that the US Federal
Some aspects of Meta Platforms' contentious employee surveillance policy are being relaxed. Workers are granted exemptions, and the decision to temporarily cease tracking is made after weeks of internal debate. A new feature has been added to the company's AI training monitoring software. Employees can now pause
For generations, sweetness has been an integral part of Indian culture, from the morning cup of chai to festive celebrations and everyday family rituals. Yet as awareness around diabetes, obesity, and metabolic health grows, consumers are increasingly looking to reduce sugar without sacrificing taste. India's sugar substitutes market
A digital risk monitoring checklist is not a glossy document created to satisfy audit season. It is a working instrument. Something that reflects how the organisation actually operates online, not how it wishes it did. Most breaches no longer begin inside the firewall. They start in overlooked domains, abandoned cloud
Vanguard, an American investment management firm, has reduced the value of its stake in Ola Consumer (ANI Technologies), a ride-hailing company. According to Vanguard's most recent filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the reduction translates to a valuation of around $70.3 million for the
The brand scaled from 5 million to 20 million videos in a year as enterprises move from text to video-led communication
Piyush Goyal, CEO and Co-Founder of Volks Energie, discusses energy storage, Ni-Cd batteries, pipeline infrastructure, EV charging, energy security, and the future of resilient power systems in India.
In response to an inquiry into allegations of market abuse, Apple has consented to provide the Competition Commission of India (CCI) with financial documents pertaining to its operations in India. This action brings the long-awaited case one step closer to a possible penalty judgement, as shown in an agency order.
Tirath Khaira, COO and Director at Smarten, discusses solar inverters, backup power systems, energy security, domestic manufacturing, MPPT technology, and how Indian consumers can choose reliable power solutions.
Hari Krishna, Founder & CEO of Green Drive Mobility, discusses EV logistics, fleet electrification, uptime management, driver adoption, charging infrastructure, and the future of India's rapidly evolving electric mobility ecosystem.
Shobit Rai of Prozeal Green discusses India's solar EPC industry, covering grid connectivity delays, rising project costs, workforce shortages, evolving EPC economics, and the reforms needed to support the country's renewable energy growth.
An internal vigilance report at India's largest private bank, concluded that money paid to a Maharashtra state agency as "road safety" sponsorship was really interest the bank was not allowed to pay. HDFC Bank rejects any wrongdoing. The timing is what makes the story hard to put down.
'Project Glasswing' has allowed 150 businesses in over 15 countries, including India, access to Anthropic's cybersecurity AI model Mythos. Organisations that take part in the programme are paired with the closed Claude Mythos Preview model. Pairing helps find important zero-day vulnerabilities early on, before attackers have
Here's your daily funding and key business news roundup for June 3, 2026: Indian startups closed a diverse set of deals on Tuesday, with vertically integrated sportswear company Agilitas Sports leading the day by raising Rs 225 crore from Nexus Venture Partners and Rainmatter, D2C fragrance brand Fraganote
Phab, India’s nutritionist-founded protein snack brand, closes a $4M Pre-Series A round led by OTP Ventures and Chona Family Office, to fund brand building, geographic expansion, and strengthen the team, accelerating Phab’s mission to make high-protein, calorie-efficient snacking the everyday default for Indian consumers. India has a nutrition
Gold and silver prices in India moved lower on Wednesday, 3 June 2026, amid rising tensions in the Middle East. Concerns over potential disruptions to global oil supplies after Iranian missile attacks on regional targets pushed crude oil prices higher, increasing expectations that interest rates could remain elevated for longer.
With the consistent developments in the Indian startup ecosystem, more and more women are chasing the entrepreneurial dream and flourishing in their ventures. This is empowering other Indian women who are still confined to the traditional homemaker role to think for themselves. However, a recent report states that only two
Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) and Zed Entertainment Enterprises have teamed together to bring 39 international football tournaments to the Indian subcontinent. Notable events up until 2034 include the 2026 and 2030 FIFA World Cups, the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup, and others. The agreement's
The JioHotstar platform is preparing to launch a series slate that will be created, animated, voiced, and edited entirely by AI. JioHotstar is owned by JioStar—a partnership between Reliance Industries Ltd. and Walt Disney Co. The entertainment and media conglomerate views it as a means to significantly lower production
According to a regulatory filing with the Registrar of Companies (RoC), the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) has received INR 220 crore in funding from several sources. These sources include software business Zoho, mobility platform Uber, fintech startup Paytm, and BSE Technologies, the digital solutions arm of the stock
Propsoch, a Bengaluru-based homebuyer advisory platform, has raised USD 2 million in a seed funding round led by Athera Venture Partners, Sparrow Capital and Vakil Group. The fresh capital will be used to strengthen the company’s research and advisory capabilities, expand its team across functions, and support market expansion.
To facilitate better employee-digital agent interaction, Microsoft has unveiled preliminary ideas for wearable and desktop AI gear. Accordingly, introducing the newest initiative by the corporation to transform computers in the workplace for the AI era. During Microsoft's annual developer conference, technical fellow Steven Bathiche presented the prototypes and
Discover the best AI tools for freelance graphic designers. Compare features, pricing, pros, and cons of tools for design, automation, contracts, productivity, and client management.
In 2019, Uber made the largest startup-exit deal the Middle East had ever seen. How it was structured, and what Uber did with the pieces four years later, says more about what Uber actually wanted than the headline number ever did.
Prism, the parent company of Oyo, has been given the green light by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) to move on with its planned INR 6,650 crore IPO. According to media reports, the travel technology company is estimated to be worth between $7 billion and $8
The Digital Commerce Coalition has been established by a number of ecommerce and quick commerce businesses. The goal of this industry-led coalition is to promote the long-term development of the ecosystem supporting online commerce. Zopto, Amazon, Swiggy, Eternal, and Meesho are among the first members of the alliance. With the
The 'Make in Haryana' Industrial Policy, an ambitious undertaking, has been unveiled by the Haryana government. Subsequently, targeting the generation of 10 lakh jobs and the attraction of INR 5 lakh Cr in investments. The move is part of the state's strategy to become a centre
AI resume screening helps hiring teams save time and work more efficiently. It can review hundreds of resumes in a few minutes and identify the skills, experience, and qualifications that match a job. This reduces the time spent on manual screening and helps lower hiring costs. Recruiters can then focus
On June 1st, artificial intelligence (AI) powerhouse Anthropic revealed that it has secretly filed for an IPO in the United States. Investors are rushing to get in on the AI boom, which might lead to a record-breaking share sale. Anthropic, PBC, formally filed a preliminary registration statement with the US
Wipro has increased its ownership of Aggne, a technology services and consulting company that provides services to the property and casualty (P&C) insurance sector, to 80% in exchange for $28.5 million in cash. Wipro will have an even greater edge in the insurance market after purchasing an
Discover the best AI resume screening software for recruiters and HR teams. This guide compares leading tools including Eightfold AI, HireVue, Manatal, TestGorilla, CVViZ, and more, covering features, advantages, limitations, and pricing to help you choose the right solution for your hiring needs.
India's GST revenues for May 2026 tell a more positive story than the headline figures suggest. Once a one-time distortion from the previous year is removed, the country's tax engine is running stronger than ever. The Headline Numbers India collected Rs. 1,94,184 crore in
Welcome to StartupTalky’s 2026 Indian startup funding updates. This article provides a clear and easy overview of the latest startup funding news in India throughout the year. Our weekly funding tables, updated regularly, track how much funding each startup has raised, the sectors they operate in, the key investors
For INR 125.13 crore, Amazon Data Services India bought 10.6 acres of land in the Mumbai metropolitan region (MMR) from Lodha Developers. The land is located in Palava, Thane, as indicated by transaction-related documents that were referenced in media reports by a real estate data analytics firm. In
Here's your daily funding and key business news roundup for June 1, 2026: Indian startups saw a broad and active funding day to open the month, with clean-label food brand Anveshan closing a Rs 150 crore Series B and EV maker Simple Energy raising Rs 250 crore ahead
Shailendra Abhyankar, Founder & CEO of FinSoftAi, has spent decades building and scaling financial technology systems. He previously served as Managing Director for SunGard/FIS India, led innovation initiatives at BNY Mellon, and headed TCS’s Delivery Centre in Budapest, Hungary. Across roles spanning India, the US, Eastern Europe, and
Gold and silver prices in India on 1 June 2026 opened the month on a mixed but eventful note. Gold futures on MCX traded lower, pressured by a strengthening US dollar and market caution around a potential Iran ceasefire decision by US President Donald Trump. Silver, however, bucked the trend,
In a press statement released on 1 June, the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC), which is funded by the government, announced that it is currently booking over 300,000 metro and bus tickets per day across its network. According to the release, ONDC is helping to speed up the
Discover the best employee onboarding software for 2026. Compare Rippling, BambooHR, Deel, Workday, Gusto, Connecteam, and other leading tools that streamline hiring, automate onboarding tasks, improve compliance, and enhance the new hire experience.
The first personal laptop computers designed for the operation of artificial-intelligence "agents" were unveiled by Nvidia. These computers utilise a newly developed variant of the company's signature AI chips. New personal computers will have a thickness of no more than 14 mm and a weight of
UPI recorded 23.20 billion transactions in May 2026, its highest-ever monthly volume since launch, with value nearing ₹30 lakh crore. Daily averages hit 748 million transactions, as India's digital payments network continues its record-breaking run.
Explore the best employee wellness and mental health tools for 2026. Compare Headspace, Calm, Unmind, Talkspace, Wellable, and more to improve employee well-being, engagement, productivity, and workplace culture.
On May 31, the U.S. Department of Commerce issued instructions. These proposed guidelines would now seal a possible window of opportunity for the export of advanced chips. AI chips from brands such as Nvidia's Blackwell and Rubin processors, AMD's MI350x, and others now will not
The food safety authority in India, FSSAI, has contacted the fast-commerce platform Blinkit to request an explanation. An individual who claimed to have become ill after eating curd purchased on the platform has contacted FSSAI. A customer of the online grocery store Blinkit allegedly became sick after eating curd he
Scripbox, one of India's leading wealth management firms, has made a strategic acquisition of the mutual fund distribution business of Delhi-NCR-based Bluechip Capital, one of North India's most respected independent wealth management businesses, founded and led by Mr Ravi Kohli for 33 years. The acquisition ensures
SentinelOne intends to lay off about 8% of its employees. This move comes as the cybersecurity firm shifts its focus to data, cloud, and artificial intelligence projects. Having said that, it has offered a reduced forecast for the current quarter and generated revenue that is weaker than projected. Along with
Under its Healthy Mode service, Zomato has introduced a new tool called "Healthy Subscriptions" that allows users to pre-plan nutritious meals from participating eateries. Users can subscribe to a curated 3-, 5-, or 15-day meal plan for lunch and dinner using this service. In addition, clients have the
Officeworks, a massive retailer in Australia, plans to send hundreds of jobs to third countries like India and the Philippines. According to several media reports, the move is a component of a comprehensive company makeover aimed at reducing expenses and increasing productivity. Earlier this week, the corporation informed dozens of
If we go on to trace the crux of our living in modern times, we must always end up discovering finance. The Cambridge Dictionary defines finance as (the management of) a supply of money. We must all have heard of finances since time immemorial, but many of us are often
In its pursuit of operational excellence, Starbucks Corp. is linking the bonus payments of the majority of its IT employees to the extent to which they make use of artificial intelligence. According to various media reports, tech personnel will have a quarter of their bonuses tied to department-wide targets, one
By 2030, Reliance Consumer Products (RCPL), the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) division of Reliance Industries, anticipates a "multifold" increase in revenues. According to RIL's FY26 annual report, the brand aspires to become a global leader in branded consumer products. Reliance announced that RCPL will maintain its
AI tools for payment reconciliation turn messy payment data into clean and accurate records. They match payments with invoices, bank statements, and platform reports in minutes, not hours. This cuts manual work and lowers the risk of human error. The tools can also find missing payments, duplicate entries, and other
Indian startups saw deeptech and defence-adjacent deals dominate on Thursday, 28 May 2026, with semiconductor startup C2i Semiconductors extending its Series A to $16.7 million and drone avionics firm ZeroDrag closing a Rs 6.5 crore seed round. On the business front, the Supreme Court delivered a landmark blow
Meta just launched paid plans for Instagram, Facebook & WhatsApp. With Meta One and AI subscriptions on the way, the free social media era is entering its premium phase, and nothing online will look the same again.
Gold price today in India stands at ₹15,643 per gram for 24 carat gold (₹1,56,430 per 10g) as per the national bullion association rate updated at 14:25 IST on Thursday, 28 May 2026, down approximately ₹810 or 0.52% from Wednesday's association close of
Brand launches a digital-first film series rooted in the truth that no two periods, and no two women, are alike.
How a sector that built India's first consumer internet unicorn got hit by a tax change, a parliamentary ban, and a Supreme Court verdict within three years.