In a strategic move to expand its therapeutic offerings and bolster its footprint in the Indian pharmaceutical market, CORONA Remedies has acquired the rights to seven established brands from global healthcare major Bayer. The transaction is expected to enhance CORONA’s presence in key segments such as dermatology, gastroenterology, and anti-infectives. The acquisition reflects a broader trend of Indian pharma companies consolidating portfolios by acquiring legacy brands with strong brand recall.

The Punjab government has launched an ambitious new industrial policy aimed at driving economic transformation and sustainable growth. As part of the policy rollout, 22 sector-specific advisory committees have been constituted to provide strategic guidance, promote investor confidence, and streamline implementation. Comprising industry experts, bureaucrats, and sector stakeholders, these committees are tasked with shaping the roadmap for industrial expansion, technological innovation, and employment generation in the state.

In a landmark move that underscores India's rising importance in the global semiconductor landscape, Tata Electronics has partnered with German technology powerhouse Bosch to jointly develop semiconductor assembly and testing capabilities. This collaboration is aimed at enhancing domestic chip packaging infrastructure and reducing India's reliance on imports for critical electronic components. The alliance also represents a significant step forward in the country’s ambition to become a global semiconductor hub.

DLF Ltd., India’s largest real estate developer by market capitalization, has announced a premium residential project in Mumbai valued at Rs. 900 crore. The venture marks DLF’s return to Mumbai's lucrative housing market after a considerable hiatus. The project, located in the upscale Andheri West locality, signals the company’s strategic shift toward high-margin urban developments in top-tier cities.

PGIM India Asset Management has appointed Abhishek Tiwari as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking a significant leadership transition at the helm of the investment firm. With nearly two decades of experience across asset management, equity research, and financial strategy, Tiwari is expected to strengthen PGIM India’s market presence and expand its portfolio of offerings. His appointment aligns with the company’s broader strategy to deepen investor engagement and sharpen its competitive edge in India’s rapidly evolving mutual fund landscape.

In a move poised to strengthen investor trust and standardize valuation practices, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has unveiled updated norms for valuing gold and silver holdings in mutual fund schemes. This regulatory refinement aims to bring greater consistency and accuracy to how precious metals are priced within portfolios, addressing concerns over volatility and valuation disparities.

The planned execution of Nimisha Priya, an Indian nurse from Kerala convicted of murder in Yemen, has been temporarily postponed. However, any hopes of clemency were swiftly dashed when the victim’s brother firmly rejected the possibility of pardon or financial settlement. Despite growing diplomatic and humanitarian appeals from India, the Yemeni family has stood its ground, demanding justice through capital punishment.

A fresh twist in the ongoing investigation into a tragic Air India crash has redirected the spotlight onto the aircraft’s senior pilot. Newly surfaced information, including cockpit voice recordings and analysis of flight procedures, has raised serious questions about the decision-making and actions of the senior-most crew member. The investigation, led by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), is now probing whether procedural lapses, human error, or a deviation from standard protocol contributed significantly to the fatal outcome.

India’s real estate sector is witnessing a profound digital transformation as online property platforms become central to how homes and commercial spaces are marketed, sold, and even financed. The integration of advanced digital tools is streamlining transactions, widening market reach, and offering consumers unprecedented convenience in property discovery and due diligence. For developers and brokers, this shift promises faster inventory turnover and reduced operational overheads.

India’s microfinance industry is expected to grapple with sustained asset quality pressures through the first half of fiscal year 2025-26, largely due to uneven rural cash flows, persistent repayment delays, and the lingering aftershocks of regional economic disruptions. Analysts caution that while collections have gradually improved since past shocks, delinquencies remain elevated in several pockets, especially among borrowers still recovering from weather-related and inflationary setbacks.