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Tamil Nadu excels in economic metrics but trails in GCC growth: Industries Secretary Arun Roy

Tamil Nadu's potential for Global Capability Centres (GCCs) is growing, with talent, infrastructure, and incentives attracting global companies.

2024-11-27 07:54

Verlinvest leads race for minority stake in Eye Foundation

Verlinvest is poised to acquire a 20% stake in Eye Foundation for approximately $100 million, valuing the Indian eye hospital chain at Rs. 3,370 crore. This investment surpasses bids from other prominent investors and expands Verlinvest's growing healthcare …

2024-11-27 04:29

Ram Gopal Varma under investigation: Andhra Pradesh Police searching for director over alleged offensive social media posts

Andhra Pradesh police are searching for filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma after he failed to attend a scheduled investigation related to his alleged offensive posts about Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu. The posts, which included morphed images, led to a criminal…

2024-11-26 12:53

Rate cuts likely to optimise home affordability in next 12 months, Kolkata most affordable: Report

A JLL India study projects improved housing affordability in India by 2025, driven by potential interest rate cuts. Mumbai and Pune are expected to reach near-peak affordability, while Kolkata will likely remain the most affordable. Sales are predicted to c…

2024-11-26 07:39

Andhra Pradesh Police Lookout For Director Ram Gopal Varma

The Andhra Pradesh Police are on lookout for film director Ram Gopal Varma after he failed to turn up for investigation over his alleged offensive posts against Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and others, a police official said on Monday.

2024-11-26 05:25

About 7 pc workforce growth expected in H2 driven by logistics, e-comm: Report

Indian employment is projected to grow 7.1% in the upcoming fiscal half-year, fueled by logistics, e-commerce, and manufacturing. These sectors are benefiting from technological advancements and policy initiatives. Growth is spreading beyond major metros, w…

2024-11-25 11:49

About 7% workforce growth expected in October-March FY25 driven by logistics, ecommerce: report

Indian employment is projected to grow 7.1% between October 2024 and March 2025, with 59% of employers planning to hire. Logistics, EV, and e-commerce sectors will lead this growth, fueled by technological advancements and government initiatives. Emerging c…

2024-11-25 11:43

Logistics, EV & EV infra, agriculture & agrochemicals, e-commerce to lead workforce expansion

India's job market is expected to grow. The workforce may increase by 7.1% in late 2024 and early 2025. Logistics, electric vehicles, and tech startups are hiring. Cities like Bengaluru and Mumbai remain job hubs, but Coimbatore and Gurgaon are emerging. …

2024-11-25 05:43

From metros to midsized markets, QSRs bet big on smaller cities

Brands like Biggies Burger and Lenexis Foodworks are making significant strides in tier-2 and tier-3 cities

2024-11-24 13:41