As the smartphone industry braces for another cycle of high-performance releases, OnePlus is set to expand its flagship portfolio with the anticipated launch of the OnePlus 13s. Positioned strategically between the OnePlus 13 and 13R, the 13s promises a blend of top-tier specifications at a competitive price. Leaks indicate a price point around Rs. 50,000, suggesting an attempt to redefine the premium mid-range category.

Zepto, India’s fast-growing quick commerce platform, is making a strategic leap into the business intelligence space with the soft launch of Zepto Atom, a comprehensive analytics suite designed to empower brands with actionable insights. CEO Aadit Palicha revealed that the platform aims to go beyond basic metrics, offering real-time, hyperlocal data, and AI-powered analytics, with the long-term ambition of competing with global research giants like Nielsen and Kantar.

Gensol Engineering, once considered a rising force in India's renewable energy landscape, now finds itself at the center of a regulatory and financial crisis. The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has issued a notice to the company in response to an insolvency petition filed by the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA), a financial creditor claiming a default of Rs. 510 crore. The proceedings follow a damning interim order from SEBI, which alleged fund diversion and governance failures, prompting the abrupt resignation of the company’s top leadership.

Television powerhouse Ektaa Kapoor has officially confirmed that the seventh season of her flagship supernatural series, Naagin, is now in active production, with casting finalized. In a light-hearted behind-the-scenes video posted on social media, Kapoor shared insights into the creative process with her team, fueling speculation and anticipation among fans. Unconfirmed reports suggest actors Vivian Dsena and Isha Malviya may be taking the lead roles, potentially marking a high-profile return for both.

India's capital markets regulator, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), has postponed the enforcement of a stringent offshore derivative instruments (ODIs) framework to November 17, 2025. Initially slated for implementation in May, the delay responds to feedback from global investors and intermediaries seeking more time to comply with the revised norms. The updated rules impose tighter restrictions on derivative-linked ODIs and mandate enhanced disclosures, including beneficial ownership details.

Nuberg EPC, a prominent engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) firm, is accelerating its pivot toward sustainable energy. The company aims to generate 25% of its total revenue from renewable and green fuel segments within the next three years. This strategic move comes on the heels of a partnership with Germany’s century-old refinery technology firm EDL Anlagenbau Gesellschaft.

The Indian rupee modestly appreciated by 1 paisa to settle at 85.53 against the U.S. dollar on Friday, buoyed by strong foreign institutional investor (FII) inflows and a slight dip in the dollar index. However, gains were tempered by rising Brent crude prices, widening trade deficit figures, and sluggish domestic equity markets. The trade deficit reached a five-month high in April due to surging imports, though export growth remained resilient.

A growing number of insured Indians are grappling with a disconcerting reality: their health insurance may not be enough. A recent survey conducted by Future Generali India Insurance reveals that more than 80% of policyholders feel uncertain about the adequacy of their coverage amid soaring healthcare costs. With India facing one of the highest rates of medical inflation in Asia, even insured individuals are struggling to manage hospitalization expenses.

In a recent development, BJP MP and actor Kangana Ranaut retracted a provocative social media post about former US President Donald Trump’s comments on Apple’s manufacturing strategy in India, following a direct request from BJP national president JP Nadda. Ranaut’s original post speculated on Trump’s unease over Apple’s expansion in India, drawing sharp comparisons with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The deleted content stirred diplomatic sensitivities, prompting swift intervention.