Ample Parks, a joint venture between global sustainable infrastructure investor Actis and Mahindra Lifespaces, has launched its flagship Grade-A industrial and logistics park in Chennai. Located within Mahindra World City, the Rs. 800-crore project spans 71 acres and aims to lease out 2.1 million sq ft of premium industrial space. Strategically positioned in the Singaperumal Koil industrial corridor, the development is expected to generate Rs. 110 crore in annual revenue and create over 11,000 jobs.

German luxury carmaker Audi reported a steep 63% decline in its India retail sales during the first half of 2025, delivering just 2,128 units compared to 2,477 units during the same period last year. The downturn is attributed to rising vehicle prices, currency-driven cost pressures, and macroeconomic headwinds from global geopolitical instability. Despite the slump, Audi remains optimistic about the Indian luxury auto market, particularly with the upcoming festive season.

Bajaj Auto, one of India’s leading two-wheeler and commercial vehicle manufacturers, posted a modest 1% year-on-year growth in total sales for June 2025, reaching 3,60,806 units. While domestic sales contracted by 13% due to softer demand across key segments, the company's international performance stood out with a 21% surge in exports, offsetting the domestic dip. The figures highlight a shifting growth strategy leaning on global markets as domestic consumption faces headwinds.

Shares of Sigachi Industries Ltd suffered a sharp decline exceeding 11% after a catastrophic explosion at its pharmaceutical manufacturing plant in Telangana resulted in the deaths of at least 12 individuals and injured 34 others. The incident, which occurred in the company’s reactor unit within the Pashamylaram industrial estate, is believed to have been caused by a chemical reaction that triggered a fire. This tragedy not only raises serious safety concerns but also significantly impacted investor confidence, as reflected in the steep stock price fall on both the BSE and NSE.

Raymond Realty Ltd, the real estate arm of the iconic Raymond Group, officially made its market debut on Indian stock exchanges this Tuesday, following a strategic demerger. The stock opened at Rs. 1,005 on the BSE and rose nearly 5% by mid-day. On the NSE, it followed a similar trajectory. With a market capitalization surpassing Rs. 6,500 crore, the listing reflects strong investor interest and confidence in the firm’s standalone prospects.

GX Group, a leading Indian broadband equipment manufacturer, has announced a strategic partnership with Ingram Micro India to facilitate the distribution of its products across Southeast Asian markets. This collaboration aims to propel the adoption of fiber optic broadband infrastructure, leveraging GX Group’s advanced connectivity solutions and Ingram Micro’s extensive distribution network. As one of the 42 telecom gear manufacturers eligible under India’s production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme, GX Group is poised to elevate the global presence of “Made in India” technology.

Facebook’s grip on younger audiences is slipping — and the implications stretch far beyond social media. Data from Pew Research Center, Sprout Social, and Meta’s own reports confirm that teens and young adults are abandoning Facebook for TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat. Meta is fighting back with creator incentives and product changes, but the cultural shift may be deeper than any algorithm tweak can fix.

Here’s what the latest numbers reveal — and why investors and marketers should pay close attention.

Blooket is a revolutionary game-based learning platform that transforms traditional classroom activities into engaging experiences. By combining quizzes with fun games, Blooket enhances student engagement and motivation, making learning enjoyable and interactive. While Blooket does not directly impact world trade, its innovative approach to education can shape future generations' perspectives on global collaboration and economic cooperation.

Spotify has taken another bold step into the future of audio by partnering with leading AI voice technology provider ElevenLabs to allow the distribution of AI-narrated audiobooks. This move follows a similar collaboration with Google Play Books two years prior and reflects Spotify’s increasing focus on expanding its audiobook library. With support for narration in 29 languages, the new integration enables authors to use synthetic voices for their content creation.

In a pivotal move aimed at regaining its competitive footing, Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL) officially unveiled its 5G services in India, initiating coverage from Mumbai. Despite a delayed start compared to telecom giants Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel, VIL has set ambitious targets to expand its 5G footprint to over 100 cities and towns across 17 telecom circles within the next three years. Initially offered as an unlimited add-on for existing customers with plans priced at Rs.