SHAILENDRA SINGH
SC issues notice to Centre, EC on plea seeking CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s suspension, may annul decisions if they breached law
The Supreme Court has issued notices regarding a plea seeking the suspension of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Opposition parties have raised concerns over the unilateral decisions made during the electoral rolls revision process. Protests have occurred in multiple states, demanding Kumar's resignation and an end to the Special Intensive Revision exercise. The Election Commission maintains that its decisions were reached unanimously despite internal disagreements.
SC to hear on Oct 5 pleas for suspension of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, undoing 'unauthorised' actions
The Supreme Court plans to hear pleas regarding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's alleged unilateral decisions and actions. Petitioners Rakesh Kumar Singh and Shailendra Mani Tripathi challenge Kumar's adherence to collective decision-making principles. They seek his suspension pending a final ruling and the appointment of officials based on consensus.
Plea filed in SC seeking CEC Gyanesh Kumar's prosecution for unlawful Form 6 changes
A plea has been filed in the Supreme Court against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar for alleged unilateral decisions. The plea claims these decisions led to the exclusion of eligible voters from the electoral process. It specifically points to changes in Form 6 and the centralization of electoral roll data. Additionally, the plea challenges the Special Intensive Revision decisions by citing lack of concurrence from other Election Commissioners.
AI-focused VC firm Activate closes maiden fund at $105 million
The investment platform comprises an $85 million early-stage fund and $20 million deployed through dedicated growth-stage vehicles. The early-stage fund closed at 125% above its original target, Vaish told ET. The fund, founded in December 2025 by Vaish and former Together Fund investor Pratyush Choudhury, has made 10 investments since its first close in December 2025.
As private wallets begin to open, India's big future bet takes off
India’s Rs 1 lakh crore RDI programme is beginning to unlock venture capital flows into deeptech, marking a shift in the country’s attempt to move from being a large technology consumer to a technology producer.
Mid-tier VCs rewrite playbooks to chase India's deeptech bets
So far in calendar year (CY) 2026, deeptech startups have attracted $574 million across 61 deals, which is almost 84% of the $679 million raised across 94 transactions, according to Venture Intelligence data shared with ET. The CY26 data includes large rounds, like satellite imaging startup Pixxel’s $100 million funding and Skyroot’s $60 million, which made it India’s first spacetech unicorn.
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Sugar’s valuation slump; Slice takes a hit
Happy Friday! A91 Partners is backing Sugar Cosmetics in a round that will see the beauty brand’s valuation fall sharply. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
ETtech interview: India’s semiconductor ambitions could take decades to mature — SiMa AI CEO Krishna Rangasayee
SiMa AI CEO says India’s push to build a globally competitive semiconductor industry could take decades, requiring more than fabs, including stronger supply chains, customer demand and capital. Krishna Rangasayee highlighted deeptech funding challenges and also said that SiMa plans to expand its R&D and go-to-market operations in India.
Accelerating Plastics Circularity: Turning Ambition into Scalable Action | Industry Roundtable
Industry experts convened to emphasize the need for advancing plastics circularity throughout India and the Asia Pacific region. They identified barriers related to collection, sorting, and the development of recycling infrastructure. Effective policy execution and collaboration among stakeholders are essential to expand these efforts. Furthermore, innovations in material design and progressive recycling technologies present significant potential.
AI leaders on automation; PM Modi debriefs space startups
Business leaders at the Economic Times World Leaders Forum said AI agents can reshape work, but governance and human accountability remain crucial. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
VCs chase deeptech; AI takeaways from ET's WLF
Happy Monday! Specialist VC funds are expanding beyond their traditional sectors to invest more in deeptech. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
VCs becoming marginal in AI cycle, enterprises should invest in the sector: Peak XV’s Shailendra Singh
“Every large enterprise should be investing in AI,” Singh said at The Economic Times World Leaders Forum in New Delhi. Pointing to HCLTech’s investment in Indian foundational model startup Sarvam AI, and global bets such as Amazon’s backing of Anthropic, he said corporate balance sheets can deploy capital at a scale most venture funds cannot match.
Salman Khan's old friend says superstar revealed why he often got his scalp injected with needles: 'There's a price....'
Salman Khan's old friend film producer Shailendra Singh revealed how the superstar underwent a painful, rigorous procedure to avoid hair fall and remained calm and collected through the process, even gorging on biryani!
Shailendra Singh on Peak XV exits; Tax breaks for global talent
Happy Wednesday! Shailendra Singh says three high-profile MDs left Peak XV Partners over “disagreements”. This and more in today’s ET Morning Dispatch.
Akshay Kumar refused to refund fee after Rs 85 crore movie flopped, claims producer Shailendra Singh, calls him 'money-minded, businessman first, actor later'
Akshay Kumar refused to refund the fee after '8x10 Tasveer' movie flopped, claims producer Shailendra Singh, adding that he lost Rs 85 crore as the movie failed to perform at the box office. Singh said Akshay Kumar is money minded, a businessman first and an actor later. Akshay Kumar has a net worth of more than Rs 2,000 crores, as per Forbes, and is one of the richest actors in the industry.
Producer claims Rs 4 crore was paid to Amitabh Bachchan for a movie that was never made. He reveals Big B's response
Producer Shailendra Singh makes serious allegations regarding a film he developed. He claims Amitabh Bachchan was paid Rs 4 crore for a project titled Johnny Walker. The producer alleges Big B wanted to produce it under AB Corp, leading to Singh losing control. Read on to know what happens next.
Shah Rukh Khan and Priyanka Chopra share a rare similarity, reveals Bollywood producer. 'They are very identical in...'
Producer Shailendra Singh has drawn parallels between Shah Rukh Khan and Priyanka Chopra, saying the two stars share a similar mindset, professionalism, and no-nonsense approach to their careers. In an interview with Siddharth Kannan, he said both actors understand stardom, business, and responsibility better than most in the industry. He also criticised Bollywood for failing to support Priyanka Chopra.
Aishwarya Rai was paid just Rs 5,000 for her first advertisements. A look at her jaw-dropping net worth now
Filmmaker Shailendra Singh revealed that Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, now a star worth over Rs 900 crore, began her career earning just Rs 5,000 for early advertising assignments. Singh, who knew both Aishwarya and Salman Khan, also alluded to a past incident involving Khan at her residence, highlighting Aishwarya's grace under pressure.
How Salman Khan reacted after Vivek Oberoi's 2003 press conference? Bollywood producer shares details of 'fuming' aftermath
Producer Shailendra Singh has revisited the 2003 Vivek Oberoi press conference controversy, sharing that Salman Khan was extremely angry in its immediate aftermath but chose restraint over retaliation. He said Salman was advised to stay silent and handle the situation calmly, a decision that, in his view, shaped how events unfolded in the years that followed and coincided with a downturn in Vivek Oberoi’s mainstream Bollywood career.
BSF exchanges sweets with Pakistan Rangers, Border Guard Bangladesh at int'l border on Republic Day
On the occasion of the 74th Republic Day, in the Fulbari region of West Bengal's Siliguri, the BSF also exchanged sweets with its counterpart Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) at the India-Bangladesh Border. Talking to ANI, Company Commander, 176 Battalion, Shailendra Singh said that they have exchanged sweets with the personnel at the Bangladesh border to keep the good relations between the countries intact.
Sequoia's Shailendra Singh leaves Zilingo board amid accounting probe
Shailendra Singh resigned as a director about a week ago, after the departures of Temasek Holdings Pte’s Xu Wei Yang and Burda Principal Investments Ltd.’s Albert Shyy. Sequoia plans to appoint a replacement and still holds the board seat.
Two Congress leaders from Uttar Pradesh resign from party, say loyal members being neglected
Targeting the UPCC president, Shailendra Singh told journalists on Monday that loyal and old time Congresspersons have been neglected since Lallu took over and this is why dedicated leaders are quitting the party.
Percept chairman summoned in cheque bounce case filed by estranged brother
Shailendra Singh, former managing director at Percept, has moved the Metropolitan Magistrate Court against his brother for allegedly not honouring a Rs 11.10-crore cheque.
Coming soon: A platform that will take you closer to the stars
South African startup myFanPark is coming to India, in partnership with entrepreneur Shailendra Singh.
Cofounder Shailendra Singh files insolvency petition against Percept
In March last year, Shailendra Singh had stepped down as MD of Percept, which he had been part of for 33 years and still owns 50% in.
Wipro doubles down on banking customers, rejigs the unit
Wipro currently generates just over a quarter of its overall revenues from the BFSI business, which pales in comparison to rivals such as TCS.
Housing.com CEO Rahul Yadav Asks Sequoia MD Shailendra Singh not to ‘mess up’ with him
Rahul Yadav’s angry email to Shailendra Singh was possibly triggered by Sequoia hiring a Housing employee as an analyst.
Jharkhand People's Party to support Aam Aadmi Party
JPP revoked its earlier decision to contest all the parliamentary and assembly seats in Jharkhand in the forthcoming polls and instead decided to support AAP.
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