Corporate Briefs: AI Alliances, Global Bets, and the High Cost of Growth
February 2026 — The Indian corporate landscape is witnessing a dramatic week of strategic shifts. While legacy giants like Reliance and Infosys are leaning into international expansion and cutting-edge AI, the new-age retail sector, led by FirstCry, is grappling with the harsh realities of post-IPO profitability. 1. Reliance Retail: The “Lagos Leap” into Nigeria Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL) has …
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The Great Storage Squeeze: Western Digital Reports “Sold Out” Status Through 2026
San Jose, February 2026 — In a move that has sent shockwaves through the global hardware market, Western Digital (WD) has announced that its entire hard drive production capacity for the calendar year 2026 is already fully booked. During a recent earnings call, CEO Irving Tan confirmed the unprecedented supply crunch, stating, “We are pretty much sold out for calendar …
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The End of the “Invisible” Workforce: India’s Mandate for Gig Worker Security
New Delhi, February 2026 — In a historic regulatory shift, the Indian government has moved to operationalize the social security framework for the nation’s gig economy. For years, delivery partners and ride-hailing drivers existed in a legal grey area—classified as “partners” but denied the benefits of “employees.” That era is officially coming to a close. The new mandate for the …
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The ₹40 Lakh Crore Paradox: Why India is Hoarding Cash Amidst a Digital Revolution
New Delhi, February 2026 — India has reached a startling financial milestone that defies the logic of a “cashless” economy. According to the latest Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data, Currency in Circulation (CiC) has officially breached the ₹40 lakh crore mark as of January 2026—an 11.1% jump from the previous year. The figure is a head-scratcher for economists. While …
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Adani Group Unveils Landmark $100 Billion Sovereign AI Infrastructure Plan
Ahmedabad, February 2026 — The Adani Group has officially shifted from being a traditional infrastructure giant to a digital superpower, announcing a staggering $100 billion investment to build a data center empire by 2035. While the move is framed as a leap toward “Digital India,” it marks a calculated play to dominate the most valuable commodity of the 21st century: …
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Tech Giants Reshaping the Frontier: Anthropic’s Valuation Surge and SpaceX’s Strategic IPO
San Francisco / Brownsville, February 2026 — The global tech landscape is witnessing a seismic shift as two of the world’s most influential private companies prepare for their next phases of dominance. Anthropic, the “safety-first” AI laboratory, has reached a stratospheric $380 billion valuation, while Elon Musk’s SpaceX is laying the groundwork for a historic $50 billion IPO that could …
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RBI Reforms: A Civilized Reset for Debt Recovery and Broker Funding
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New Delhi, February 2026 — In a major regulatory sweep, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued two significant mandates aimed at ending the “Wild West” era of loan recovery and high-leverage stock market trading. The new directions, part of the Responsible Business Conduct Amendment 2026, focus on restoring borrower dignity and insulating the banking system from capital market …
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Aviation Blueprint: India’s Plan for 50 New Airports to Reshape Real Estate and Connectivity
New Delhi, February 2026 — India is doubling down on its “Viksit Bharat” vision, with Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu announcing an ambitious plan to build 50 new airports over the next five years. Speaking at the National Urban and Real Estate Development Conclave 2026, the Minister outlined a roadmap that positions aviation as the “scaffolding” for India’s next …
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Mobility Giants in Flux: The Unraveling of the “Burn-to-Earn” Model in India
New Delhi, February 2026 — India’s urban mobility and electric vehicle (EV) sectors are undergoing a brutal reality check. Once the darlings of the venture capital world, giants like Uber and Ola are grappling with collapsing revenues and strategic identity crises. Meanwhile, their more focused, lean rival, Ather Energy, is proving that vertical integration and product-first strategies might be the …
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India Strengthens Air Power: A ₹3.25 Lakh Crore Leap with 114 Rafale Jets
New Delhi, February 2026 — In what is being described as the most significant defense procurement in India’s history, the Indian government has finalized a landmark deal to acquire 114 Rafale fighter jets. At a staggering valuation of ₹3.25 lakh crore, the acquisition marks a massive commitment to modernizing the Indian Air Force (IAF) and securing regional air dominance. The …
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