Forest Essentials will soon be acquired by the Estée Lauder Companies, a prominent American cosmetics company. The business announced that it has reached an agreement to acquire the remaining stake in the high-end Ayurvedic brand from India. The acquisition is anticipated to close in the second half of 2026, but
India’s startup ecosystem saw activity across AI automation, healthtech, and consumer beverages, while major developments emerged in fintech IPO plans and strategic acquisitions in the beauty sector. From early-stage funding rounds to large-scale public market ambitions, here are the key funding deals and business developments that shaped 5 March
Gold and silver prices in India closed lower on 5 March 2026, with bullion markets witnessing mild profit-booking after recent gains. By the end of the trading session, gold prices slipped across major cities, while silver remained largely stable but near recent highs. The soft closing trend reflected global bullion
On the occasion of International Women's Day, we spoke with Tanya Eldred Bhat, the founder of XO Curls, about building a brand dedicated to celebrating natural curls in India. In this interview with StartupTalky, Bhat shares the inspiration behind starting XO Curls, the journey of creating products for