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Rajiv Bajaj to step down from Bajaj Finance board, opts out of re-election at 2026 AGM
Rajiv Bajaj is stepping down from the Bajaj Finance board. He will not seek re-election at the annual general meeting on July 30, 2026. This marks a significant leadership change after his long association. The board acknowledged his valuable service and contributions. Bajaj will cease to be a non-executive director post the AGM.
TVS Motor enters Zambia with multi-product launch to boost Africa expansion
The company has partnered with Zamoto Manufacturing Limited as its authorised distributor to establish a comprehensive sales, service and spare parts network across the country.
From setbacks to second wind, what next for Ola and Bhavish Aggarwal?
Ola Electric is struggling to revive its position after a sharp fall in market share, financial stress and operational challenges. Founder Bhavish Aggarwal has shifted focus to fixing service issues and pushing aggressive price cuts and battery-led growth, even as competition from established players intensifies.
S&P 500 gained for seventh straight day on Thursday but this segment sold-off again
The iShares Expanded Tech-Software Sector ETF (IGV) fell 4%, closing at the lowest level since 2023. The ETF has extended its year-to-date losses to 27%. Another index related to software-as-a-service (SaaS) companies declined nearly 5%, extending its decline for the week to 9% and a year-to-date drop to nearly 40%.
Bank of Baroda launches AI-powered multilingual platform for in-branch customer service
Bank of Baroda has introduced bob SAMVAD, an AI-driven platform. This new system allows customers and bank staff to communicate in their preferred languages. It translates conversations in real-time across 22 Indian languages. This innovation aims to break down language barriers at bank branches. Customers can speak or type their queries.
Jammu & Kashmir Bank's business crosses Rs 2.90 lakh crore, says MD
Jammu and Kashmir Bank's business has surpassed Rs 2.90 lakh crore. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha inaugurated the bank's new regional business centre in Jammu. This facility will boost service delivery and operational efficiency. The centre houses a currency chest, a modern branch, and administrative units.
RBI revamps business correspondent model to boost last mile delivery of financial services
The Reserve Bank of India is overhauling its business correspondent system. New service points, Business Correspondent-Banking Outlets and Business Correspondent-Banking Touchpoints, will be introduced. This aims to improve customer service and expand financial inclusion across India. Banks must conduct thorough checks on new correspondents. These changes are proposed to enhance banking access.
Ola Electric shares rally 33% in three days, market value soars by Rs 3,360 crore. What's behind the surge?
Ola Electric shares surged over 7% on Monday, capping a 33% gain in three sessions, driven by robust March sales, PLI certification for its Roadster X+ motorcycle, and improved service operations. The company achieved over 1,000 daily orders and crossed 1 million cumulative registrations, signaling a strong turnaround and renewed investor confidence in India's EV market.
Jio Payments Bank introduces UPI-based cash withdrawal service
Jio Payments Bank (JPBL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Jio Financial Services has introduced UPI-based cash withdrawal through its Business Correspondent (BC) touchpoints, marking an important step towards strengthening India's digital payments ecosystem and advancing financial inclusion in the country.
QSR stocks slump up to 47% as weak investor appetite, rising fuel risks dent mood. Time to bottom fish?
Quick service restaurant stocks are facing significant declines. Investor interest has waned, and rising fuel costs, particularly LPG, are creating operational challenges. Several major QSR companies have seen their share prices fall considerably over the past year. Experts suggest avoiding immediate investment and waiting for signs of recovery.
TVS Motor launches its most accessible entry point EV - TVS Orbiter V1 with BaaS
TVS Motor Company strengthened its electric vehicle portfolio with the launch of TVS Orbiter V1 with 1.8 kWh the most accessible electric scooter in the company's lineup. The company also introduced Battery-As-A-Service (BaaS) across its EV portfolio, offering customers a new and flexible ownership model.
India developing indigenous capability to detect unregistered virtual asset service providers: FATF report
India is launching a groundbreaking Virtual Asset Lab to identify unregistered offshore virtual asset service providers. This initiative targets firms that exploit international boundaries to evade Indian regulations and facilitate money laundering. With this proactive measure, India is reinforcing its financial security and enhancing regulatory monitoring in the burgeoning realm of virtual assets.