Wipro CEO Srini Pallia showcased their cloud car ecosystem powered automotive prototype in Bengaluru, highlighting the company's advancements in software-defined vehicles (SDV). The AI-driven solutions aim to set new benchmarks in the automotive sector, emphasizing durability, performance, and sustainability. This platform offers automakers an integrated, cloud-native software solution with robust cybersecurity, enabling faster innovation at reduced costs.
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Ajay Singh, founder-promoter of SpiceJet, will increase his stake in the airline from 29.1% to 33.5% with a Rs 294 crore investment through Spice Healthcare. The investment, via conversion of warrants into equity shares, is expected to strengthen the airline's financial position and support growth.
US President Donald Trump's tariff announcement has caused a significant drop in tech stocks, with Indian IT firms experiencing falls of 3% to 10%. The uncertainty surrounding these restrictive trade measures poses a threat to growth prospects, as the US accounts for more than 50% of revenue for large-cap IT companies.
The survey highlights unfulfilled promises of climate finance by rich nations, stressing their impact on climate targets. Developing countries, including India, may not pursue ambitious emission reduction goals. Instead, India should prioritize a strong adaptation strategy while maintaining its commitment to low-carbon growth.
Consumer complaints related to loans and advances rose 43%, representing 29% of the total grievances against RBI-regulated entities in FY24, according to the Reserve Bank's Integrated Ombudsman Scheme report. Overall complaints increased by 33%, with a notable rise in grievances related to mobile and internet banking and deposit accounts.
In 2024, the internet and e-commerce sector led in pay across all levels, with top executives earning an average of Rs 37 lakh. Professional services, business consulting, and media closely followed. Healthcare topped senior and middle-level pay due to digital integration and job growth. Bengaluru emerged as the top talent hotspot, while Mumbai excelled in senior-level salaries. Tier-2 cities Bhopal, Mysore, and Kanpur showed impressive growth in junior-level roles.
Irdai has proposed a cap on health premium hikes for seniors, limiting increases to 10% without prior approval. Insurers must also seek approval before discontinuing policies for the elderly, and are encouraged to standardize hospital costs, similar to PMJAY. New guidelines mandate transparency in justifying any price hikes for senior citizens' health insurance.
China's GDP is expected to grow around 5% in 2024, says President Xi Jinping. The economy showed stability despite uncertainties, aided by stimulus measures. Xi emphasized proactive macroeconomic policies for 2025 while addressing challenges. Upcoming monetary easing by the PBOC and further stimulus measures are anticipated to support growth amid weak demand and external uncertainties.
Foreign investors have withdrawn Rs 22,194 crore from Indian equities in January amid expectations of a weak earnings season, rising US dollar, and concerns over a potential tariff war. Additionally, factors such as slowing GDP growth, high inflation, and the record low level of the Indian rupee have contributed to this exodus.