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NITI Aayog launched the PACT and ZET Marketplace platforms to scale up electric truck adoption in India. Electric freight vehicle deployments rose from 201 in FY25 to 826 in FY26. Gauba said, "The next phase of India’s electric mobility transition would require greater focus on demand aggregation, innovative financing, and coordinated corridor planning."
Dunes Aviation filed a Rs 3-crore defamation suit against actor Nora Fatehi over her social media remarks. Fatehi called their chartered aircraft a "toy" and "Lego airplane" in December. The company said these comments caused a 15-20 per cent drop in bookings. The court will hear the case on September 25.
The Mumbai ITAT dismissed tax disputes against IndusInd General Insurance on August 3, 2026. The ruling upheld the “clean slate” principle under the IBC, ending pre-insolvency tax liabilities. The members said: “The assessee’s appeals are allowed on the preliminary legal issue arising out of the Resolution Plan approved by the NCLT.”
SBM Bank India plans to sell a 26 per cent stake to raise funds for expanding its operations. Executive Director Amit Jagdhari said, "The bank has appointed a consultant for the process, and we are at the Expression of Interest stage." The bank also aims for 32-35 per cent credit growth.
Jio Platforms plans to start marketing its record initial public offering as early as next week. The company will hold meetings across the US, Singapore, Hong Kong, London, and the Middle East. Jio filed draft documents on June 19 and received approval from the Securities and Exchange Board on August 28.
Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan recently became the new owners of a sprawling 440-acre castle estate in Ireland. The couple bought the property for around €20-€30 million. They also own many other homes, including a large compound in Palo Alto and two lakefront estates in Lake Tahoe.
Salaried employees earning extra income from side hustles must report these earnings correctly while filing tax returns. Suresh Surana said, "Such receipts may be reported under Income from Other Sources where they are genuinely casual." You should classify income based on the activity's nature to choose the right ITR form.
Borrowing money for homes or education is often called good debt, but experts say the purpose and repayment capacity matter most. Kirang Gandhi said, "There is nothing like 'good' or 'bad' when it comes to loans." Borrowers should ensure total monthly EMIs stay within 40 to 50 percent of income.
Natural gas futures at ₹283 show signs of a bullish reversal after forming a base at ₹257 in August. The contract now faces resistance at ₹286. If it breaks this level, prices could rally to ₹320. Traders can buy now at ₹283 with a stop-loss set at ₹268.
udaan acquired Swiggy’s LYNK Logistics for ₹500 crore on September 7, 2026. This deal gives Swiggy a 2.8 per cent stake in udaan, plus an extra 0.4 per cent through a fresh investment. The move helps udaan grow its distribution network across major cities, connecting more consumer brands with local retail shops.
Experts say a personal loan can help consolidate credit card debt if the interest rate is lower than your card costs. Kuldeep Yadhuvanshi said, "Consolidation works best when accompanied by disciplined financial behaviour." Always check processing fees and total interest before you switch to ensure it helps your long-term stability.
RNFI Services got in-principle authorisation from the Reserve Bank of India to operate as a Payment Aggregator – Physical. This allows the company to offer offline and in-store payment services. Simran Singh said, “This authorisation allows us to extend that infrastructure into physical payments as a regulated Payment Aggregator.”