- Anthropic shut out of US defence deals? Pentagon says it is developing alternatives to the Claude-maker March 18, 2026The Pentagon is developing alternatives to Anthropic's technology following a fallout over military AI safeguards, according to a senior US defense official. Details here.
- Startups spark a revolution in appliances as they rethink design and tech to fit modern Indian homes March 18, 2026Startups are targeting India’s fast-growing appliance market with design-led, smart products, but legacy brands retain an edge in trust and scale as competition intensifies across small appliances.
- After a washed-out year, beer makers bet big on summer for FY27 growth March 18, 2026Early summer and state reforms are boosting sales, pointing to a rebound in India’s beer market in FY27. Supply bottlenecks and weather risks could temper the upturn.
- KKR plans to invest $310 million in PMI Electro to expand Allfleet electric bus platform March 18, 2026Private equity giant KKR will acquire a majority stake in Allfleet and minority stake in PMI Electro, marking its first climate transition investment in India.
- Amazon to slash USPS deliveries by two-thirds - what it means for your packages and delivery costs? March 18, 2026Amazon plans to cut USPS package volumes by up to two-thirds, threatening billions in revenue for the Postal Service and potentially impacting delivery speeds, costs and rural shipments.
- India launches anti-dumping probe into ethyl chloroformate imports from China March 18, 2026India has launched an anti-dumping investigation into ethyl chloroformate imports from China. A domestic producer alleged unfair pricing practices. The probe by the Directorate General of Trade Remedies will assess if duties are needed. This follows similar actions on steel imports. The investigation could impact drug and agrochemical costs.
- India's privatisation drive derails because of weak investor interest March 18, 2026India faces challenges in its privatisation program. Three planned sales are under consideration for shelving due to weak investor interest. This follows the failed sale of IDBI Bank. Dwindling buyer interest, high valuations, and geopolitical uncertainty are impacting the divestment drive. The government's ambitious plan to exit most sectors is encount […]
- Big bets, weak ground: Why AI in Indian agriculture needs stronger data, oversight March 18, 2026Poor, fragmented data continues to limit AI’s impact on farming in India, say experts
- India's exports to hold in March despite global turmoil, says Piyush Goyal March 17, 2026India's trade shows resilience amidst global challenges. Minister Piyush Goyal stated that exports are stable, with services growth rapidly increasing. The trade deficit is manageable, supported by strong services surplus, rising remittances, and record FDI. Several developed nations are keen to boost trade ties with India. Upcoming free trade agreement […]
- No severe shocks despite crises, says Sitharaman as she highlights India's economic strength March 17, 2026India's robust economy, built on sound policies, is well-equipped to handle global challenges. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted this strength in Parliament. The nation has absorbed shocks from the pandemic, inflation, and conflicts. Government capital spending is also rising significantly. Efforts are underway to boost domestic LPG produc […]
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