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5 reasons why your product should be nominated for the ET Product of the Year Awards 2026
India's product landscape is rapidly transforming, driven by innovative solutions and upgraded offerings that cater to consumer demands. The ET Product of the Year Awards 2026 aims to shine a spotlight on products that have significantly impacted the market, emphasizing their success, user adoption, and overall customer value. Businesses are invited to submit nominations for products that debuted or evolved during the designated period to celebrate their accomplishments.
IT sector shifts focus from AI disruption to sustainable growth as revenue stabilization improves: Report
India's IT services sector is witnessing a shift towards stabilizing revenues and fostering sustainable growth as investor apprehensions begin to diminish. Although demand remains tepid with only modest revenue increases, IT stocks have shown commendable performance. The rise of engineering-led organizations is pivotal for AI integration, allowing firms to sustain profit margins amidst competition, all while investing further in AI technologies.
Hundo Pizza raises Rs 7.5 crore in first funding round led by Titan Capital
Founded in 2020, the brand is shifting towards expansion and enhancing its operational infrastructure. The company aims to achieve an annualised revenue run rate of Rs 60 crore by FY 2027–28.
Ramayana box office collection day 8: Ranbir Kapoor's film dominates Diwali box office, inches closer to Rs 1,000 crore worldwide
Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana hit theaters on November 5, and it's creating waves at the box office. With leading performances from stars like Ranbir Kapoor, Yash, and Sai Pallavi, the film is not just a commercial triumph but also a contender at the 99th Academy Awards. Scroll down to know how it much it earned on day 7 in India and globally.
Hindalco bets on value-added products for earnings growth, stock re-rating
Hindalco reported record revenue and profit in the latest quarter amid increasing metal prices and improved Novelis performance. The company anticipates muted growth due to declining aluminium prices and elevated input costs. It has initiated significant investments in capacity expansion and enhancing value-added products. Novelis expects to transition towards increased earnings and cost savings in the coming years. Hindalco's strategic moves aim to fortify its position in the aluminium market.
EV makers turn to family scooters to drive mass-market adoption
Both new-age companies and legacy manufacturers expect mass-market buyers to drive the next phase of growth for electric two-wheelers. Ather Energy's Rizta, launched in April 2024 as its first family-oriented electric scooter, has crossed 3 lakh in cumulative sales and accounted for 76% of the company's volumes in FY26.
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HDFC Bank shares jump 22% from 52-week low in 10 days; analysts see private lender nearing an inflection point. Time to buy or wait?
HDFC Bank shares have surged 22% in 10 days as governance concerns ease and operational performance improves. Analysts see an earnings recovery ahead, with some recommending a buy while others suggest holding and accumulating on dips.
Stacy Keach dies at 85: Inside the remarkable Hollywood career of The Bourne Legacy and Blue Bloods star
Stacy Keach starred in some iconic shows and films such as 'The Long Riders', 'Up in Smoke', 'American History X', 'Nebraska', and 'The Bourne Legacy'. However, it is for his role as the private detective named Mike Hammer, created by Mickey Spillane, for which the actor gained worldwide popularity.
Anthropic expands Claude into spreadsheets, dashboards and collaborative workplace tools
Artificial intelligence company Anthropic has expanded its Claude platform with new tools for creating spreadsheets, digital whiteboards and data dashboards, broadening its capabilities in workplace productivity and collaboration.
Electronics Inc runs ops update to build AI infra
India’s electronics manufacturers are moving into AI data centre infrastructure, targeting optical transceivers, advanced packaging and specialised cooling systems. Dixon Technologies, Samsung, LG, Blue Star and PG Electroplast are exploring production opportunities as global demand rises. The shift could attract investment, improve margins and strengthen India’s position as an export hub.
₹85,000 Temple: Deepinder Goyal’s wearable is a health-tech gamble
Deepinder Goyal’s ₹85,000 Temple wearable aims to track real-time body performance and brain blood circulation, but its technology lacks meaningful scientific validation. While doctors question its claims, the device could open new possibilities in preventive healthcare. Its long-term success may depend on credibility, clinical evidence and affordability.
Israeli AI security startup Bay raises $50 million
Bay says it addresses a primary barrier to AI adoption by "allowing autonomous agents to perform business-critical work safely while enterprises retain control and accountability at scale".
8 outlets across Hyderabad in 8 years after quitting her IBM job: Techie turns her love for desserts into a thriving business
Sahithya Raj quit her SAP BI consultant job at IBM in December 2017 to turn her love for baking into a business. Starting with brownies and cupcakes from her apartment kitchen, she gradually expanded production, secured Rs 1.3 crore in funding and built a boutique bakehouse brand with eight locations across Hyderabad. She was recognised at Times Power Women 2026.
AI innovation in sports: Technology driving the next phase of sports development
Artificial intelligence is creating new opportunities across the sports ecosystem, from performance analysis and sports administration to technology development and wider participation. The ET AI Awards 2027 recognises organisations, technology providers and initiatives advancing the application of AI in sports through its AI Innovation in Sports category.
India’s product landscape is changing: Which products are setting the benchmark across technology, finance, and consumer markets?
The ET Product of the Year Awards 2026 showcase India's rapidly growing product ecosystem by honoring groundbreaking innovations across diverse sectors such as enterprise technology, financial services, and consumer markets. These awards place emphasis on products that have made a significant market impact, gained customer adoption, and demonstrated exceptional innovation, motivating companies to present their tangible successes and contributions to the industry.
Consumption recovery may take a hit on inflation, weaker rains: Dabur India CEO
Dabur India is monitoring the impact of rising commodity inflation and weaker rainfall on rural consumption. Although there has been steady demand, challenges may emerge in the next two quarters. The company's rural market growth has outpaced urban growth, but this gap is narrowing. Dabur has initiated price increases while striving to maintain growth. The firm is expanding its rural reach and optimizing product distribution channels.
From tyres to footwear: How Brisil is finding new uses for rice husk ash
Rice husk ash is often treated as industrial waste. Vadodara-based Brisil converts it into green silica—a material used in tyres, footwear, paints, toothpaste, and rubber products, offering industries a lower-carbon alternative to silica made from mined sand and quartz.
China, Hong Kong stocks rise as AI shares rally, oil prices slide
Chinese and Hong Kong stocks edged higher as a rally in global technology shares and falling oil prices lifted sentiment. AI-linked stocks led gains, while energy shares declined amid a broader regional market rebound.
Chinese chipmakers Denglin and Xinde make mixed Hong Kong market debuts
Chinese chipmakers Suzhou Denglin Technology and Jiangsu Xinde Semiconductor Technology made contrasting Hong Kong market debuts after raising a combined HK$2.36 billion through their IPOs. Denglin opened 0.9% below its offer price, while Xinde gained 20.5%. Both companies plan to use most of the proceeds to expand their semiconductor businesses.
China’s trade surplus tops $1 trillion for second straight year as exports surge
China's trade surplus reached $1.04 trillion in January-October, crossing $1 trillion for a second consecutive year. October exports rose 35.2% year-on-year, while imports grew 41.6%, narrowing the monthly surplus to $105.3 billion. Strong overseas demand is supporting exports, but weak domestic consumption and rising trade tensions pose risks to the outlook.
Dabur CEO flags rural demand risks from rising commodity inflation, weak rains
Dabur India CEO Herjit S. Bhalla expressed concerns about rising commodity inflation affecting consumption recovery. Increased inflation is projected to impact rural markets in the upcoming two quarters. While Dabur's rural business remains strong, growth is starting to level with urban consumer markets. The company is implementing careful price increases while focusing on cost-saving measures and product portfolio rationalization.
BlueStone strikes gold this festive season, clocks 45% business growth
BlueStone Jewellery and Lifestyle reported 45% year-on-year business growth between October 1 and November 8, driven primarily by an increase in buyers during the festive season. Average realisations remained unchanged, while demand for everyday jewellery and entry-level products gained momentum during the Dhanteras-Diwali period.
Divi’s Laboratories shares gain another 5% after Q2 results. Here’s why Jefferies raised target price by 23%
Shares of Divi’s Laboratories jumped 5% following a 64% YoY surge in Q2 FY27 net profit to Rs 1,127 crore. Brokerage Jefferies raised its target price by 23% to Rs 12,550, citing robust CDMO business expansion, strong EBITDA margins, and a solid GLP peptide pipeline.
Kirloskar Industries Q2 profit rises 5% to Rs 105 crore
Kirloskar Industries (KIL) achieved a consolidated profit after tax of ₹105 crore for the quarter ending September 30, reflecting a 5% increase from ₹100.1 crore in the previous year’s corresponding quarter. The overall income surged to ₹2,097.7 crore, up from ₹1,790.1 crore, highlighting robust operational performance. Kirloskar Ferrous Industries, a key subsidiary, showcased strong demand, while Avante Spaces progresses steadily in the real estate market.
Companies want AI-powered customer service; EY says they need a bigger reset
Adopting artificial intelligence tools alone is insufficient for companies aiming to enhance customer service operations. They need to redesign their operating models and workforce capabilities, as highlighted in an EY report. Assessing existing operations and identifying gaps are crucial first steps in this transformation process. Additionally, integrating AI into existing systems is necessary to drive measurable business outcomes and improve customer experiences.
Voltas names Noel Tata chairman emeritus; Q2 profit rises 53.5%
Voltas has announced the appointment of Sunil Alaric D’Souza as the new chairman. Noel Tata will step down as chairman on November 11, 2023. The company also designated Jayant Balan as managing director starting from May 25, 2027. Voltas recently reported significant financial growth with a 53.5% increase in quarterly profits. The leadership changes coincide with improved demand for the company's air conditioning products.
Honasa Consumer Q2 Results: Mamaearth parent's profit surges 87% YoY to Rs 73 crore
Honasa Consumer achieved an 86.7% increase in net profit for the September quarter, reaching Rs 73.25 crore. Revenue from operations grew by 35.9% compared to the previous year, amounting to Rs 731.19 crore. Despite sequential profit decline, the company indicated strong performance across various sales channels, including general and modern trade. The flagship brand Mamaearth continued to show robust growth, contributing significantly to overall earnings.
Gokaldas Exports Q2 net profit jumps 410% to ₹41 crore
Gokaldas Exports reported a 13% year-on-year rise in Q2FY27 consolidated income to ₹1,135 crore, while net profit surged 410% to ₹41 crore. EBITDA grew 52% to ₹127 crore, with margins expanding 287 basis points to 11.2%, supported by a stronger product mix, productivity gains and better execution.
Foxconn posts highest-ever monthly revenue in October, up 45.73 pc YoY on AI demand
According to the company's unaudited monthly revenue report released on Thursday, October revenue increased 12.66 per cent from NT$1.159 trillion (USD 35.18 billion) in September 2026, marking the highest single-month revenue in Foxconn's history.
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