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BEL bags ₹1,011 crore in fresh defence orders, boosting order book
BEL secured orders worth ₹1,011 crore since Feb 25, 2026, including communication equipment, radar systems, and software. BEL reported Q3 revenue of ₹7,122 crore, up 23.7%.
Tracker-mounted solar projects give higher output than fixed-tilt systems: Study
A study by SgurrEnergy and Nextpower found that single-axis solar tracker systems in India generate 15–23% more energy than fixed-tilt installations and deliver higher efficiency across key performance metrics. The analysis, based on projects in Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, showed trackers also improve capacity utilisation and performance ratios while requiring 14–18% lower installed capacity to achieve similar output.

IT firms rethink billing as artificial intelligence reshapes work
US-based IT services company EPAM Systems Inc, and homegrown Tech Mahindra Ltd are looking to include artificial intelligence costs in billing rates and charge clients based on AI usage, instead of the traditional model of billing for engineers' time, as automation tools disrupt the industry.
85% of bank clients plan to work with non-bank lenders: Report
Corporate and investment banks are losing ground to non-bank financial institutions. Clients demand faster, more transparent, and responsive services. Banks struggle with outdated systems and limited AI adoption. Innovation efforts are not yielding expected revenue or cost savings.

SK On Targets US Energy Storage Market in Shift From EVs
SK Innovation Co.’s battery unit is in talks with multiple American data center and energy developers to supply batteries for energy storage systems, aiming to secure at least 10 gigawatt-hours of contracts in the US this year.
How technology is helping restaurants scale regional Indian cuisine while maintaining consistent taste
Regional Indian cuisines are expanding nationwide, but maintaining authentic taste across new outlets presents a challenge. Technology is now crucial, with digital recipe systems, central kitchens, and automation ensuring consistent quality and flavour. This integration of tradition and tech allows diverse culinary heritage to reach a wider audience without compromising authenticity.
Sebi imposes Rs 10 lakh fine on Anand Rathi for violation of stock brokers' norms
India’s market regulator Sebi fined Anand Rathi Share and Stock Brokers ₹10 lakh after inspections found multiple regulatory violations, including delayed glitch reporting, excessive capacity utilisation, weak password policies, patch management failures and inadequate data leakage prevention systems during 2023–2024.
ByteDance to get access to top-end Nvidia Blackwell chips? Report says TikTok parent planning Malaysia AI data centre
According to a report by the Wall Street Journal, ByteDance is working with South Asian firm Aolani Cloud, drawing up plans to use around 500 Nvidia Blackwell computing systems comprising 36,000 B200 chips at a unit in Malaysia.
Onboard discoms, boost portal infra to achieve target of rooftop solar scheme: Panel
PM Surya Ghar: The scheme, launched in February 2024, aims to benefit one crore households with a saving of Rs 75,000 crore annually by installing solar systems on their rooftops by March 2027.
About 6,600 MW nuclear capacity under construction in India
In energy storage systems, 11,620 MW/69,720 MWh Pumped Storage Projects (PSPs) are under construction. A total of 6,580 MW/39,480 MWh capacity of Pumped Storage Projects (PSPs) is concurred and yet to be taken up for construction.
Defence stocks build up on hopes war to spur spends
Indian defense stocks have shown resilience amidst global market turmoil, outperforming the Nifty. Investors are betting on increased defense spending due to escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia and a prickly neighborhood. Companies specializing in defensive systems and offensive platforms are attracting significant interest.
A-1 Ltd leads losers in 'B' group
JHS Svendgaard Retail Ventures Ltd, Dolphin Offshore Enterprises (India) Ltd, R Systems International Ltd and Asahi Songwon Colors Ltd are among the other losers in the BSE's 'B' group today, 11 March 2026.