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BPO jobs on a seesaw as bots call the shots
Voice AI is driving call centres even as hiring grows, but the shift towards complex tasks leaves freshers scrambling for a new career ladder.
Nitin Gadkari wants to change how India's city roads are built; after highways, he's turning his attention to engineers, quality and accountability
Nitin Gadkari has called for a national mission on urban roads, stressing better project preparation, skilled engineers and accountability. Speaking at MARG 2026 in New Delhi, he also highlighted integrated planning between road, metro and rail agencies and showcased urban road development models in Bengaluru and Uttar Pradesh.
Another kit controversy hits Indian shooting, Shambhavi Kshirsagar disqualified at World Championships
Of the 63 teams (126 shooters) competing in the event, the Indian pair of Parth Mane and Shambhavi was the only one to be disqualified. The incident also marked the second time in five months that Shambhavi has fallen foul of equipment regulations, having suffered a similar disqualification at the Junior World Championships in Suhl, Germany, in June.
Fractal Analytics crosses $100 million in quarterly revenue, Q2 profit up 139%
Revenue from operations rose about 20% to Rs 957 crore from Rs 799 crore a year earlier, according to its stock exchange filing. Revenue was up 4.8% from Rs 913 crore in the June quarter.
Premji's deeptech bets; Razorpay gets IPO nod
Happy Thursday! Premji Invest is stepping up its bets on defence and aerospace manufacturing.This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Chip startup Agrani Labs looks to raise $108 million from Peak XV, Google, Samsung
Peak XV Partners is leading the round and is expected to contribute more than half of the total funding. Google, HCL Tech, Samsung Ventures and Stargazer, an investment firm set up by Groww's founders, are also expected to participate, the people cited above said.
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Apple’s robust India quarter; Giva’s $100 million funding
Apple posted record sales in India in the September quarter. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.

Lighting lives beyond Diwali: How everyday Indians are making a difference through giving
An RBI officer, a Bengaluru retailer, a safari lodge owner and a 24-year-old money coach tell us how giving a little, steadily, lights someone else’s life, long after Diwali.

Oil-to-chemicals business powers Reliance Industries' record quarterly net profit, up 34% to ₹29,550 crore
Reliance Industries Ltd has set a new benchmark with a record net profit of ₹29,550 crore for the September quarter, fueled by significant advancements in the oil-to-chemicals and digital segments. With a yearly revenue surge of 28.5% to ₹3.38 lakh crore, the O2C division's Ebitda skyrocketed 68%, reflecting the advantages of elevated energy prices and the firm’s adaptability in challenging market scenarios.

HomeLane revenues dip to Rs 745 crore in FY26, loss widens to Rs 137 crore
Fiscal year 2026 was HomeLane's first year of operations after integrating with DesignCafe, and the company prioritised profitability over revenue growth, founder Srikanth Iyer told ET.

Latest Malayalam OTT releases of the week (October 19 - October 25): Dhoomakethu to The Paradise, new movies and shows on Netflix, JioHotstar, Prime Video, and more
New Malayalam films and series are scheduled for release on different OTT platforms in the coming days. Dhoomakethu and The Paradise will both be available on Netflix soon. Additionally, Dorothy, a crime drama by Keerthy Suresh, will also premiere shortly on Netflix. Read on!

Friday OTT releases of the week: The Paradise to Dhoomakethu to Sumo Didi, new movies and shows on Netflix, JioHotstar, Prime Video and ZEE5
Streaming platforms have something for everyone, featuring an array of films and shows that span genres. Highlights include Chaar Yaar and Lupin Part 4, which captivate audiences with their intriguing plots. Dhoomakethu offers a fresh twist with its comedic time-loop premise, while The Paradise enhances the period action genre. Read on to know where to watch them online.

The Paradise to Dorothy: Watch these latest Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu and Kannada OTT releases on Netflix, JioHotstar, Prime Video and more
This week, South Indian films and series are releasing on platforms like Netflix and Aha Video. Standout titles like Nani's The Paradise and the Dhoomakethu, which unfolds over a wedding day time loop, set the scene. Don't miss the return of Sattamum Needhiyum and Ayyana Mane for a weekend full of diverse entertainment options. Read on to know when and where to watch these OTT releases.

Karthik Sabesh, Jai's cousin dies at 37, three days after uncle Deva; family faces third death within a year
Karthik Sabesh, actor Jai's cousin has died at 37, reports say. This comes three days after the death of his uncle, music composer Deva, on October 17. Karthik’s father, composer MC Sabesan, also died a year ago. The family has now faced three deaths in about twelve months. A family statement is awaited.

The Paradise OTT release confirmed: When and where to watch Nani and Raghav Juyal's Telugu action movie online? Check language versions
Nani's film The Paradise is gearing up for digital debut. Marking Raghav Juyal's debut in Telugu cinema, the movie is directed by Srikanth Odela and delves into the struggles of a tribal community seeking justice. Despite receiving mixes reactions from critics, it achieved massive success at the box office. Read on to know where to watch the movie online.

He left government job to become Tamil cinema's Thenisai Thendral. He composed hits for Ajith Kumar and gave Rajinikanth’s iconic 'Superstar' theme. Who was Deva?
Iconic music composer Deva, a luminary in the Tamil film industry, has died at the age of 75 due to a heart attack. Renowned for his work during the 1990s, he created memorable soundtracks that brought songs to life for stars like Rajinikanth, Vijay, and Ajith Kumar. Read on to know more about his journey.

Denmark Open 2026: Tanvi Sharma, Treesa-Gayatri's quarter-final losses end India's campaign
Indian shuttlers' campaign at the Denmark Open 2026 ended in the quarter-finals on Friday, with Treesa Jolly-Gayatri Gopichand and Tanvi Sharma suffering defeats in women's doubles and women's singles, respectively.

P V Sindhu faces An Se-young test, Lakshya Sen draws Chou Tien Chen at Denmark Open
P V Sindhu is preparing for her opening match against world No. 1 An Se-young at the Denmark Open. Lakshya Sen is also facing a formidable challenge against third seed Chou Tien Chen in his first-round match. India's women's singles players, including Tanvi Sharma and Ashmita Chaliha, are aiming for success against their respective opponents. Men's doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty hope to recover from a recent setback.

The Paradise OTT release and platform update: When and where to stream Nani and Raghav Juyal's Telugu action movie online
The film The Paradise is performing steadily at the box office since its release on September 24. Directed by Srikanth Odela, the film features Nani in a pivotal role alongside Raghav Juyal and Mohan Babu. Read on to know when and where to watch online.,

India needs its own AI safety framework, not a copy of US pact: Industry experts
India should build its own artificial intelligence (AI) safety framework suited to its languages, scale, and application-led AI ecosystem rather than replicate a voluntary pact signed by US President Donald Trump and top technology firms last week, industry experts said.

India needs its own AI safety framework, not a copy of US pact: Industry experts
Industry experts say India should develop an AI safety framework tailored to its own languages, scale and application-driven ecosystem rather than simply copy the voluntary US pact signed by major tech firms. While there is broad support for independent audits, accountability and safeguards against deepfakes and cyberattacks, experts differ on whether India should rely mainly on self-regulation or combine voluntary standards with binding rules.

Asian Games Medal Tally October 2: What is India’s rank? Full list of gold, silver & bronze medal winners
Asian Games 2026 Medal Tally: India has achieved significant success at the Asian Games 2026, ranking fifth with a total of 79 medals. The country's tally includes 16 gold, 27 silver, and 36 bronze medals, which were earned across various sports. A highlight was the women's hockey team winning gold after defeating China, marking a historic victory since 1982. Additionally, several other medals were secured in shooting, archery, and athletics.

IT fresher hiring rebounds; Agrani's Rs 800 crore raise
Happy Friday! After nearly two years of subdued fresher intake, hiring is picking up across the technology and IT industry. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.

Agrani in talks to raise Rs 800-850 crore from Samsung, 360 One, Peak XV
The Bengaluru-based company is also looking to apply for around Rs 120-130 crore under the government-backed Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) scheme as part of the fundraise, the sources said.

Slowing down AI possible only with global consensus: Nasscom chairman
In an interview with ET, Srikanth Velamakanni highlighted the swift advancements in AI and the accompanying safety anxieties, and called for worldwide collaboration to mitigate the risks tied to AI development. Companies express apprehension about losing control and essential expertise by depending on external AI models. To counter this, Fractal Analytics is channeling investments into its own AI systems while balancing the costs of model usage.

Farmer’s son from a remote Madhya Pradesh village cracked IIT Bombay, earned a dual degree, now has Rs 10,000 crore net worth and runs Bengaluru-based Groww
Lalit Keshre, co-founder and CEO of Bengaluru-based Groww, was raised in a farming family in Lepa, Madhya Pradesh and studied in the only English-medium school in his district before cracking IIT Bombay. He earned a dual degree in Electrical Engineering in 2004 and later worked at Flipkart before founding Groww in 2016. Today, Groww offers multiple financial products, while Forbes puts Keshre’s net worth at $1.1 billion.

The Paradise box office day 3: Nani-starrer remains steady after sharp drop, set to cross Rs 100 crore in India
Released on September 24, The Paradise opened to a spectacular box office reception but saw a decrease in earnings on its second day. By its third day, the film accumulated a worldwide gross of Rs 119.50 crore. Nani addressed the varied audience responses observed during the premiere. Read on to know how the Telugu action movie performed on day 3.

The Paradise box office collection day 2: Nani, Raghav Juyal's Telugu action movie all set to enter Rs 100 crore club worldwide
The Paradise, featuring Nani, Kayadu Lohar, and others, dropped in box office collections on its second day. Amid this, Nani expressed gratitude for mixed audience reactions and acknowledged both love and criticism from viewers. Directed by Srikanth Odela, the film revolves around a marginalized tribal community seeking justice. Read on to know how much it earned on day 2.
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