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Key Highlights:Private Equity deal value rose 13% even as volumes fell 16% YoY, reflecting investors’ confidence in larger, conviction-led transactions. IT, Industrials, and Consumer Staples led the surge, underscoring faith in scaled, capital-efficient models.Later-stage and Pre-IPO rounds gained traction, as investors favoured scale-ready, profitable models. Angel/Seed activity declined 35%, showing a maturing shift toward clarity and near-term growth visibility.Capital raised recovered to $8.7 billion, as Limited Partners (LPs) backed proven and niche managers despite fewer launches. Secondary sales surged 75%, emerging as a strong alternative liquidity route amid a slower exit environment. Broader exit volumes fell 25%, highlighting a more adaptive, diversified exit market.Healthcare e...

One of the most trusted real estate developers in West Delhi, proudly unveils its latest residential landmark — Mannat 2.0, located near Gita Mandir Road in Nawada.This exclusive housing project offers modern 2 BHK and 3 BHK apartments with elegant design, lift and car parking facilities, and unbeatable connectivity — all crafted for the modern Delhi family.If you are looking for flats for sale in Nawada, West Delhi, Mannat 2.0 by Kamal Associates offers an ideal blend of affordable luxury and prime location advantage.Project Overview — Mannat 2.0 by Kamal AssociatesMannat 2.0 reflects Kamal Associates’ commitment to building homes that balance comfort, aesthetics, and affordability. The project’s architecture captures both modern elegance and functional design, ensuring residents enjoy a ...

“What will you be when you grow up?” It’s a question every child hears—and answers—with wide eyes and even bigger dreams. An astronaut, a doctor, a teacher, a cricket star. Their imaginations have no limits—and neither should the possibilities we create for them. This Children’s Day, while we celebrate the joy, innocence, and potential in every child, it’s also the perfect time for us, as parents and caregivers, to pause and reflect: Are we doing enough to protect and nurture those dreams? Because while love gives them the courage to dream, it’s planning and preparation that give those dreams the wings to fly—even when life takes an unexpected turn. Life Insurance: More Than Just a Safety NetToday’s life insurance does more than offer financial protection. It has evolved into a powerful to...

Dr Raghavpat Singhania and Mr Madhavkrishna Singhania of JK Cement win Person of the Year Award at Indian Cement Review Awards 2025Dr Shailendra Chouksey, Former Director of JK Lakshmi Cement, conferred with Indian Cement Review Lifetime Achievement Award ICR and Multilogistix Awards presented to more than 20 industry leaders from cement and logistics industry New Delhi, 14 November 2025: The 9th Indian Cement Review Awards 2025 and the Multilogistix Awards 2025 concluded with a high-profile awards presentation at Yashobhoomi Convention Centre, New Delhi, recognising excellence across the cement and logistics sectors. The ceremony brought together industry leaders, policy makers, jury members and senior executives to honour outstanding performance, innovation, sustainability efforts and va...

Navi Mumbai, India – November 14, 2025: IRIS Business Services Ltd., BSE (Scrip code: 540735) and NSE (Symbol: IRIS), a global RegTech company specializing in regulatory reporting and digital disclosure solutions, announced today its financial results for the Second Quarter (Q2FY26) and Half Year (H1FY26) ended 30th September 2025. IRIS reported 18% QoQ growth in total revenue while EBITDA stood at ₹269 lakhs, an increase of 86% QoQ. On a six-month basis, total revenue grew at 10% while EBITDA declined in line with higher spends in sales and marketing as the company started scaling its SaaS business. The second quarter results also saw an exceptional income of ₹13,598 lakhs emanating out of the sale of the TaxTech business to the global US headquartered TaxTech major, Sovos. Commenting on ...

First Half Financial Year 2026 (“H1 FY’26”) Highlights: Max Financial Services Limited reports 18% growth in consolidated revenue excluding investment incomeIndividual Adjusted First Year Premium at ₹3, 891 crores, grew 18%Axis Max Life continues to grow faster than private industry with market share increasing by 83 bps to 10.1% in H1 FY’26Gross Written Premium: ₹15,490 crores, up 18% Year-on-Year (YoY)VNB (measure of profitability) at ₹ 974 crores with a YoY growth of 27% New business margin improved by 210 bps to 23.3% in H1 FY’26 and by 190 bps to 25.5% in Q2 FY’26Embedded Value at ₹26,895 crores, grew 15% with an Operating RoEV of 16.3%Individual New Business Sum Assured grew by 25% Assets Under Management (AUM) at ₹1.85 lakh crores, up by 9% Noida, November 14, 2025: Max Financial Se...

After energising campuses across Delhi, Hyderabad, Pune, Lucknow, Guwahati, and Chennai, WongaWits Season 2 YES SECURITIES’ flagship initiative and India’s premier finance and stock market quiz made its vibrant stop in Bhopal, hosted at the esteemed National Law Institute University (NLIU). Known for its academic excellence and strong intellectual culture, NLIU Bhopal set the perfect stage for an event that blended curiosity, competition, and financial learning. The Bhopal edition witnessed an enthusiastic response with 154 registrations from students across the city, all competing to claim the title of the sharpest financial minds. The quiz, hosted by RJ Pihu from Big FM, featured dynamic and engaging rounds that tested real-world financial knowledge, market reasoning, and teamwork under ...

New Delhi, 14 November 2025: SHRM India today unveiled its landmark research report, Driving Enterprise Productivity with Agentic AI, developed in collaboration with Google Cloud and Quantiphi. The report was launched during the SHRM India Annual Conference & Expo 2025 – The Festival of Work, held at the Taj Palace, New Delhi.Celebrating two decades of SHRM India, this year’s conference convened more than 4,500 HR professionals, 150 global speakers, and 70 sessions exploring the evolving world of work, leadership, and human potential.The research explores how Agentic AI—a new class of autonomous systems that move beyond automation to make strategic decisions and deliver personalized employee experiences—is redefining HR and enterprise productivity. Drawing insights from 58 HR leaders ac...

The much-awaited PlastiWorld 2026 highlights India’s rising strength in manufacturing plastic finished products. As international markets seek dependable, high-performance partners, India is stepping up with renewed confidence - evolving from a raw material supplier into a dynamic, world-class manufacturing and export hub, and the momentum has only just begun.  Making its grand debut as India’s biggest-ever premier international trade event dedicated to finished plastics, PlastiWorld 2026 is scheduled to take place from 23-25 March 2026 at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai.  Organised by the All India Plastics Manufacturers Association (AIPMA) and supported by the Federation of Indian Export Organisations( FIEO), the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, and the Department of Chemicals ...

Bengaluru, 14th November: The Organic World (TOW), one of India’s largest retailer for worry-free groceries and the country’s leading Responsible Retailer, has been awarded the ‘Excellence Award for Responsible Retail: Outstanding Sustainable Practices’ at the prestigious Coca-Cola Golden Spoon Awards 2025, held as part of the India Food Forum, in Mumbai on Tuesday.  This award - one of the top three honours of the evening - places The Organic World, part of the Bengaluru-based Nimida Group, alongside some of India’s biggest names in retail, underscoring its leadership in driving responsible retail practices. The Golden Spoon Awards celebrate innovation and excellence across India’s food and grocery ecosystem, recognising brands that redefine consumer experience through innovation, integri...