New Delhi, Apr 28 (BNP): India’s apparel industry is poised for strong export growth following the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and New Zealand, with exporters expecting shipments to increase three to four times in the coming years. Industry participants say the agreement will significantly improve market access by…
Continue ReadingGoa positions itself as a year-round tourism powerhouse at Great Indian Travel Bazaar (GITB) 2026
~Goa’s tourism minister, Rohan A. Khaunte focuses on high-value tourism, culture-led experiences, and segments like wellness, sports and tech tourism to drive next phase of growth~ Jaipur, Apr 28: Goa is positioning itself as a 365-day tourism destination, expanding beyond its traditional beach appeal to offer a year-round calendar…
Continue ReadingIndia and New Zealand FTA to Boost Gems & Jewellery Exports, Industry Welcomes Move
New Delhi, Apr 28 (BNP): The gems and jewellery industry has welcomed the signing of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and New Zealand, calling it a major step toward expanding exports and strengthening India’s global position. The Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) said the agreement will create…
Continue ReadingSBI General Insurance Registers Solid FY26 Growth, Expands Lead Over Industry
Mumbai, Apr 28 (BNP): SBI General Insurance has reported a robust financial performance for FY26, registering strong growth well above the industry average and further strengthening its position in India’s general insurance sector. The company posted a Gross Direct Premium (GDP) of ₹15,904 crore, marking a year-on-year growth of 14.5%.…
Continue ReadingUnlimit fuels Brevistay’s expansion with next-generation payment infrastructure in India
GURUGRAM, INDIA| Apr 28 — Unlimit, the global financial infrastructure for the borderless economy, has partnered with Brevistay to rebuild the financial nervous system for India’s high-velocity travel market. By plugging into Unlimit’s unified programmable layer, Brevistay is eliminating the structural friction of India’s fragmented payment landscape, gaining instant, frictionless…
Continue ReadingGold Investment Demand Strengthens in India; Share Climbs to 42 pc in CY25
New Delhi, Apr 28 (BNP): Investment demand for gold in India rose sharply, accounting for 42 per cent of total consumption in CY25 compared to 29 per cent in CY24, according to CareEdge Ratings. The increase was driven by strong inflows into gold ETFs and higher demand for bars and…
Continue ReadingIndian Markets Edge Lower on FII Outflows and Global Uncertainty
New Delhi, Apr 28 (BNP): Indian equity markets began Tuesday’s session on a cautious note, with benchmark indices slipping in early trade amid continued foreign institutional investor (FII) outflows, firm crude oil prices, and lingering geopolitical tensions in West Asia. The Nifty 50 opened lower at 24,049.90, down 42.80 points…
Continue ReadingAltair Semiconductor completes spinoff from Sony Semiconductor Solutions, closing initial funding of $50 million led by Pitango Group
Hod Hasharon, Israel — Apr 28— Altair Semiconductor announced the successful completion of its transition to an independent company, following a strategic spinoff from Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation. The transaction, led by Pitango Group, secured $50 million in initial funding. Sony will remain a shareholder, demonstrating continued confidence in…
Continue ReadingHyugaLife Raises INR 100 Cr in Series A Round Led by IvyCap Ventures
Mumbai, Apr 28: India’s most trusted marketplace for authentic proteins and supplements, HyugaLife, founded by Sachin Parikh, Anvi Shah, and Neehar Modi, has raised ₹100 Cr in its Series A funding round, led by IvyCap Ventures. The round also saw participation from First Bridge Fund. HyugaLife has previously raised funding…
Continue ReadingTriFetch comes out of stealth to automate the administrative work that slows specialty clinics
TriFetch is building an end-to-end automation layer for independent specialty clinics, covering patient calls and scheduling, referral processing, and prior authorizations. The company is running active pilots across California and aims to help clinics reduce administrative burden so staff can spend more time on care. San Francisco, CA –…
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