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Inspira seals Rs 1,800-crore private credit for Burger King buy in India
Inspira Global, backed by Ajanta Pharma promoters, is securing ₹1,800 crore in private credit to acquire a controlling stake in India's Burger King operator. The food business, through its arm Lenexis Foodworks, has already raised ₹1,050 crore via NCDs, with the remaining ₹800 crore anticipated this month. This significant funding signals a major move into the quick-service restaurant sector.
Adani Mundra Airport launches first scheduled flight services
Adani Mundra Airport has launched its first scheduled flight service with Star Air, connecting Mundra to Mumbai and Goa. This expansion includes eight new routes, significantly boosting connectivity for businesses, trade, and tourism in the Kutch region. The airport's new operations are a key step in developing Kutch into a comprehensive logistics and business hub, adding another vital transport option for commercial activities.
Vietnam’s Vingroup-backed Green SM to expand India’s office space presence with Urban Vault
Green SM, Vietnam's electric ride-hailing service, is expanding its Indian operations. The company has partnered with Urban Vault for flexible workspaces. Green SM has leased 500 seats in Gurugram and plans to take 1,000 more in Noida and other cities. This collaboration supports Green SM's launch and growth across India, aiming to promote sustainable urban mobility.
AB Group reaffirms bet on Voda Idea with ₹4,730 Cr infusion
Vodafone Idea shareholders approved a ₹4,730-crore investment from the Aditya Birla Group via preferential allotment of warrants, increasing AB Group's stake to around 13%. Chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla stated the company's focus now shifts to execution across operations, customer service, and network expansion. This capital infusion will support capital expenditure and loan repayment, reinforcing Vi's financial health.
Adani Ports to acquire 100% stake in Jaypee Fertilizers & Industries
JFIL is the holding company of Kanpur Fertilizers and Chemicals (KFCL) (which has certain industrial and commercial lands in Kanpur). KFCL holds ~243 acres of land in Kanpur, strategically ideal for development of a world-class logistics park and warehousing facilities aligned with the Company's logistics business. The acquisition shall further consolidate Company's inland logistics presence and service capabilities in North India. The acquisition aligns with Company's ambition to expand its MMLP network from 12 to 16 and warehousing capacity by c.4x by the year 2031.
How Orange Health Labs is trying to become the Zepto of blood tests
The Bengaluru-headquartered upstart is trying to turn diagnostics into an on-demand consumer service. It promises home sample collection in under 60 minutes, and report delivery within six hours. But not everyone is convinced.
Watch: Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi Take Bike Ride In India For Rs 25
Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi riding the bike service.
From care to commerce: How phydigital healthcare is turning patient programmes into big business
India's healthcare is changing. Value is moving from hospitals to patients' daily lives. A new 'phydigital' model combines physical and digital care. This helps manage chronic diseases better. Patient Service Programmes are becoming a key business. This approach ensures continuous support for patients. It improves treatment adherence and outcomes. This trend is expanding beyond major cities.