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Cleartrip bets on non-air expansion for scale, targets early-2027 breakeven

Flipkart-owned Cleartrip plans to diversify its business beyond flights to achieve breakeven by scaling its hotel, train, and bus verticals. Manjari Singhal called Cleartrip India’s second-largest air-bookings player and “fourth-ish” in hotels, but provided no market-share data. She said approaching the leader would take “a couple of years”.

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CJP chief Abhijeet Dipke begins indefinite hunger strike after Wangchuk taken to hospital

Abhijeet Dipke started an indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar on Saturday. This action followed climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's hospitalisation after a lengthy fast. Dipke alleged police crackdown and urged supporters to continue the ongoing protest. Delhi Police stated they complied with court orders and medical advice for Wangchuk. Protesters…

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Tata Electronics cyberattack: Mandiant recommendations implemented to prevent future breaches

On June 23 ransomware group World Leaks posted more than 200,000 files to the dark web, including details on projects related to some of the company’s global clients, which include Apple and Tesla. Three days later, it said that the company had launched a probe and had tightened internal security…

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Zepto may cut IPO size by 20%; investor bids peg valuation at $3.5-4 billion: sources

Zepto is expected to announce its price band over the next seven to eight days, another person said. Sebi rules require companies to refile their draft prospectus if the issue size changes by more than 20% from the original estimate.

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Peak XV leads Rs 350 crore funding round in wealth manager Neo Group

The transaction is expected to close shortly, Neo said in a statement. It did not disclose the valuation for the round or the investment split among participants. The funding follows a Rs 550-crore investment by private equity firm TVS Capital in March.

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Contract manufacturer Naturis Cosmetics raises Rs 100 crore led by Sharrp Ventures

Naturis Cosmetics said it will use the fresh capital to expand its footprint by setting up a manufacturing facility in Vapi, an experience centre in the Delhi-NCR region and a research and development centre in Mumbai. It also plans to strengthen its team across functions.

The Economic Times

The Jaypee clue: Adani may be quietly building its next money-spinner

Adani Group is exploring management deals with Accor and ITC Hotels for acquired properties. This move signals a broader hospitality ambition beyond airport-related developments. The company is also partnering with IHG Hotels & Resorts for airport-linked hotels. India's strong hotel market attracts significant interest from large conglomerates. These developments suggest…

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India proposes CAFE-III norms to tighten fuel efficiency standards for passenger vehicles

New fuel economy standards for passenger vehicles are proposed by the Ministry of Power. These Corporate Average Fuel Economy-III norms will apply from 2027-28 to 2031-32. Carmakers must meet fleet-wide fuel efficiency targets under the proposed rules. The aim is to improve fuel efficiency and lower vehicle emissions across India.

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Yes Madam clocks 30,000 home beauty services in June as at-home salon race heats up

Yes Madam’s instant spa services are available in over 55 cities, while its instant salon services have been rolled out in select metro markets and will be expanded in phases. Both services are delivered within 30 mins.

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India's agentic AI adoption mirrors mobile revolution: DeepMind executive

Indians embracing AI agents is similar to the mobile revolution that propelled the country ahead, said a top executive at Google's artificial intelligence research arm DeepMind, noting that the country is playing a key role in building agentic use cases.

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E2W startup E3 Electric.Ai raises Rs 100 crore in equity, debt

The funding comprises Rs 75 crore in equity and Rs 25 crore in debt, and more than 80% of the capital has already been disbursed, founder and chief executive P Sanjeev told ET. The company plans to use the proceeds for product engineering and commercialisation of its first scooter.

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From CarDekho to Zepto: India's growing startup IPO pipeline

India's startup IPO pipeline is gathering momentum with several new-age companies advancing. CarDekho and InsuranceDekho are preparing for their public market debuts soon. Zepto and Zetwerk have secured regulatory approvals for their upcoming listings. PhonePe and Oyo also remain in the IPO pipeline for future public offerings. These companies represent…

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Quick commerce platforms gear up for gourmet grocery war

Quick commerce platforms are preparing for a gourmet grocery war with Zepto, Flipkart Minutes and Amazon Now launching premium grocery offerings. Swiggy's Instamart and Blinkit are also expanding their premium produce selections. New platforms and D2C brands focused on clean food are gaining investor attention.

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Why reaching the right audience matters more than reaching everyone

Reach alone no longer defines marketing success; relevance does. This piece argues that engaging decision-makers matters more than mass impressions, positioning The Economic Times' influential readership as the ideal platform for meaningful business impact. Partner With Us to reach India's decision-makers.

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Global smart money can't get enough of India's next growth story

Global private equity firms are expanding beyond hospitals into India's broader healthcare ecosystem, with Warburg Pincus, TA Associates, Bain Capital and CVC Capital in talks to acquire a 25% stake in Agappe Diagnostics at a valuation of ₹3,000–3,200 crore.

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India lays groundwork for a big business boost along the coasts

India is setting up dedicated Marine Export Zones to create an integrated seafood ecosystem. These zones will combine farming, processing and logistics with an aim to give India a big exports boost. The target is to raise India's seafood export potential and create a large number jobs.

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Contract manufacturer Zetwerk receives Sebi nod for IPO

Founded in 2018 by Amrit Acharya, Srinath Ramakkrushnan, Vishal Chaudhary, Ankit Fatehpuria and Rahul Sharma, Zetwerk operates a technology-enabled manufacturing platform serving sectors such as energy, electronics, defence, aerospace and capital goods.

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Carnegie Fonder questions Persistent Systems' Nagarro acquisition, cites growth concerns

In an open letter on professional networking website LinkedIn, portfolio manager Gunnar Pahlson questioned the logic of paying a 140% premium for a slower-growing, lower-margin European business exposed to cyclical industrial and automotive clients, including accounts tied to Lufthansa and Volkswagen.

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ETtech Explainer: Has Swiggy become Indian-owned after a drop in foreign ownership?

The IOCC status will allow Swiggy’s quick commerce arm Instamart to own inventory, thereby improving margins and supply chain control. However, while the foreign shareholding in the company has dropped to less than half, Swiggy has not yet achieved IOCC status.

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Why AI literacy is the most important skill for students entering the job market

Employers now expect AI-ready graduates. This article explores why AI literacy is essential for students and how ET Masterclass's new program bridges the classroom-to-career skills gap.

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The new rules of brand authority: Why credibility matters more than ever

Building a recognised brand takes more than reach. As organisations compete for the attention of business leaders, trusted platforms and meaningful engagement are becoming central to long-term brand authority.

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Dream Sports CTO Amit Sharma steps down after a decade to launch AI venture

Dream Sports CTO Amit Sharma is stepping down after nearly a decade to build an AI venture. A former Netflix and Yahoo executive, Sharma joined the company in 2016 and helped scale Dream11's technology and engineering teams as the sports-tech platform expanded. The move also comes just days after Dream…

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Google to plant its AI flag in India: What it means for the country

In a major shift for India's AI ecosystem, Google Cloud is bringing its latest Gemini AI models to infrastructure located within the country, allowing enterprises to keep both their data and AI processing in India. The move is driven by growing demand for digital sovereignty and marks India's emergence as…

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CCI clears UpGrad-Unacademy merger, paving way for major edtech consolidation

The Competition Commission of India’s (CCI) approval comes two months after the higher education and upskilling company and the SoftBank- and Peak XV Partners-backed test-prep startup sought antitrust clearance for the deal.

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