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In a powerful display of economic resilience, India’s GDP surged to an impressive 8.2% for the April-June quarter of FY25, marking the fastest growth in a year and a half. This performance, driven by a robust manufacturing sector and strong investment activity, solidifies India’s position as the world’s fastest-growing major economy and sets a confident…

AlwaysFirst can confirm that Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s IT titan, is facing official scrutiny from the Pune Labour Commissioner. This comes in response to formal complaints filed by a group of employees who allege unfair termination practices during a recent company-wide restructuring initiative. Summons have been issued, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing…

In a significant move impacting Indo-China trade dynamics, the Indian government has initiated a probe into the alleged dumping of a key chemical by Chinese firms. The investigation was launched following a formal complaint from Reliance Industries, led by Mukesh Ambani, which claims that cheap imports are severely undercutting domestic manufacturers.

In a massive push for AI accessibility, Reliance Jio has removed all barriers to its free Google AI Pro offer. Now, every Jio user in India can claim an 18-month subscription to Gemini Advanced—Google’s most potent ChatGPT rival—at absolutely zero cost. Here’s how to get it.

In a monumental leap for self-reliance in defense, India has finalized a landmark agreement with American aerospace titan GE Aerospace. The over $1 billion deal will power the indigenous TEJAS MK-1A fleet with advanced F414 engines, with deliveries set to commence from 2027, marking a significant stride for the ‘Make in India’ initiative.

In a move that has sent shockwaves through the tech industry, e-commerce titan Amazon has initiated another significant round of layoffs. Employees within its Alexa division and other units reported receiving abrupt, early-morning text messages notifying them of their immediate termination, marking a continued trend of cost-cutting at the tech behemoth.

In a major corporate move, the board of Adani Enterprises has greenlit a massive ₹25,000 crore rights issue, paving the way for one of the largest fund-raising exercises in recent Indian market history. This strategic decision aims to fortify the conglomerate’s balance sheet and accelerate its ambitious, long-term infrastructure and green energy projects.

In a significant escalation of legal and financial pressures, authorities have moved to seize a portfolio of high-value assets, including the land for the ambitious “Knowledge City” project, from the Anil Ambani-led Reliance Group. This decisive action marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing efforts to recover dues from the conglomerate, sending ripples through the…