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SpiceJet plans expansion with 100 more flights daily amidst IndiGo fiasco; airline aims to ‘improve overall network resilience’ – stock jumps 5%

As India’s aviation industry is grappling with ongoing IndiGo crisis, SpiceJet has launched a major winter push to fulfil the continued demand. In a statement released on Wednesday, the carrier outlined plans to add up to 100 daily flights during the ongoing winter schedule, noting that the expansion is still subject to regulatory approval. The…

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“White House is on”: Conor McGregor calls out Islam Makhachev as he aims for the UFC 170-pound welterweight belt next | International Sports News

“White House is on”: Conor McGregor calls out Islam Makhachev as he aims for the UFC 170-pound welterweight belt next (Image Via Getty) Conor McGregor has made it clear he wants one more big run in the UFC. The former two-division champion said this week that he plans to fight at the special UFC White…

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SWAGAT-FI: Sebi unveils single-window gateway for low risk foreign investors; framework aims to cut compliance load

Markets regulator Sebi has introduced a single-window access framework for low-risk foreign investors, aiming to simplify regulatory processes and make India a more attractive investment destination, according to PTI. The new system is designed to streamline compliance, ease multiple registrations and reduce repetitive documentation across investment routes.Called the Single Window Automatic & Generalised Access for…

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EU says no to Russian gas: European Union aims to ban supply by 2027 – What is the whole plan?

The European Union has agreed on a timeline to completely halt Russian gas imports by autumn 2027, marking a significant escalation in efforts to curb Moscow’s energy revenues as the war in Ukraine approaches its fourth year.The agreement was reached during overnight talks between EU institutions and national governments, ending months of negotiations over how…

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Philanthropy boost: Michael and Susan Dell pledge $6.25bn for ‘Trump Accounts’ launch; major gift aims to spur families to sign up

Billionaires Michael and Susan Dell on Tuesday announced a $6.25 billion commitment to encourage American families to open the new children’s investment accounts created under President Donald Trump’s tax and spending legislation, according to AP. The pledge is intended to reach 25 million children under the age of 10 by seeding each eligible account with…

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Infra boost: India speeds up efforts to clear backlog of stalled highway projects; aims 60% cut in pending projects

India is pushing to clear a large backlog of delayed national highway projects by the end of March, aiming to cut cost overruns and revive construction momentum after a sharp fall in project awards this fiscal.According to an ET report, the road, transport and highways ministry began the year with 152 stalled projects worth Rs…

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Kotak Mahindra stock split: Bank announces 1:5 share split; aims to boost liquidity- what you need to know

Kotak Mahindra Bank on Friday said its board has approved a sub-division of equity shares in a 1:5 ratio to make the stock more affordable and enhance market liquidity. The decision was taken on the lender’s 40th foundation day and is subject to statutory and regulatory approvals, the private sector bank said in a regulatory…

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Franklin Templeton fund launch: Firm introduces new multi-factor equity scheme in India; four-factor model aims for sustainable returns

Franklin Templeton (India) has announced the launch of the Franklin India Multi-Factor Fund (FIMF), an open-ended equity scheme built on a data-driven, multi-factor quantitative investment model. According to the company, the fund aims to create long-term wealth through a systematic approach that selects stocks based on four factors — Quality, Value, Sentiment, and Alternatives (QVSA).The…

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US brand Jimmy John’s in India soon? Haldiram in talks with Inspire Brands; aims to compete with Subway, Tim Hortons

American sandwich chain Jimmy John’s might soon enter India!Haldiram Group, one of the country’s top ethnic food services company, is planning to expand into western-style quick service restaurants (QSR). The restaurant chain is in talks with US-based Inspire Brands for an exclusive franchise deal to launch the sandwich chain Jimmy John’s in India, sources close…

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Startup push: DPIIT signs MoUs with 50+ firms to boost manufacturing innovation; aims to scale startup ecosystem through industry tie-ups

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has signed over 50 memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with leading companies–including ITC, Flipkart, Mercedes-Benz, boAt, and Hero MotoCorp –to strengthen the manufacturing and innovation ecosystem for startups, an official said.As part of the initiative, the department has been engaging with corporates, industry associations, veterans, and…

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