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Voda Idea launches silent mobile verification for its subscribers using Meta platforms
Vodafone Idea has introduced silent mobile verification for its users on WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram. This technology allows for password-less digital experiences. It verifies mobile numbers in the background without manual steps. Vi users will benefit from faster onboarding and enhanced security. This move aims to improve trust in digital services across India's growing digital ecosystem.
Charity commissioner halts Tata Trusts board meeting after Srinivasan's complaint
Srinivasan complained about three members of the six-member Sir Ratan Tata Trust being permanent trustees, in alleged violation of the Maharashtra Public Trusts Rules, which state that not more than a fourth of trustees can be lifetime members.
The Hosteller raises Rs 150 crore led by PROMAFT Partners in Series B funding
The Hosteller has raised ₹150 crore in a Series B funding round led by PROMAFT Partners and V3 Ventures, with participation from ITI Growth Opportunities Fund, Merisis Wealth Trust and family offices. The company said the round is the largest institutional fundraise by a backpacker hostel chain in India.
The two defence stocks this portfolio manager likes
Conrad Saldanha, MD & Portfolio Manager of Neuberger Berman, says market uncertainty due to Middle East tensions has created selective long-term opportunities. He sees attractive valuations emerging in global IT services after a sharp correction, while tech fundamentals remain strong. In India, he is selectively adding large caps like Reliance Industries and Bharti Airtel and likes IT midcaps such as Coforge and Persistent Systems as well as defence play Data Patterns, on weakness. Disclaimer: Network18, the parent company of CNBCTV18.com, is controlled by Independent Media Trust, of which Reliance Industries is the sole beneficiary.