By Binnypriya Singh , 27 February 2026

Yes Bank is confronting customer concerns following reports of unauthorised transactions on its forex card platform. The issue has reignited debate around cybersecurity safeguards, fraud detection systems and consumer protection protocols in India’s digital banking ecosystem. Affected customers have flagged suspicious overseas transactions, prompting the bank to initiate internal reviews and reinforce monitoring mechanisms. While no systemic breach has been officially confirmed, the episode underscores the operational risks associated with cross-border prepaid instruments.

By Eknath Deshpande , 27 February 2026

Tata Motors is set to deploy hydrogen-powered trucks at V.O. Chidambaranar Port, marking a significant milestone in India’s transition toward low-emission freight transportation. The initiative underscores the automaker’s commitment to alternative fuel technologies and aligns with national decarbonization objectives. Hydrogen fuel cell trucks are expected to reduce carbon emissions in heavy-duty logistics operations while maintaining long-haul efficiency.

By Tushar Sharma , 26 February 2026

Indian pharmaceutical major Lupin Limited has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its generic version of a widely prescribed anti-seizure medication, reinforcing its strategic focus on complex generics in the United States. The regulatory clearance enables the company to market the product in the world’s largest pharmaceutical market, where demand for cost-effective neurological therapies remains robust. The approval is expected to bolster Lupin’s U.S. revenues and enhance its competitive positioning.

By Binnypriya Singh , 26 February 2026

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has unveiled a Rs 80,952.56 crore budget for fiscal year 2026–27, reflecting an 8.7 percent increase over the previous year’s allocation. The expanded outlay underscores the civic body’s emphasis on infrastructure modernization, climate resilience, public health and urban mobility. With Mumbai facing mounting pressures from rapid urbanization and extreme weather events, the budget prioritizes capital expenditure on roads, drainage systems and public amenities while maintaining fiscal prudence.

By Eknath Deshpande , 26 February 2026

Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen met Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy to discuss potential investments and the expansion of Adobe’s operations in the state. The meeting underscored Telangana’s ambition to deepen its footprint as a global technology and innovation hub. Adobe, which already maintains a significant presence in Hyderabad, is exploring further collaboration in areas such as artificial intelligence, digital media and talent development.

By Tushar Sharma , 26 February 2026

Industrial real estate investor Ascendas Firstspace has acquired a large warehousing portfolio in Gujarat, reinforcing its commitment to India’s rapidly expanding logistics and supply chain sector. The transaction underscores growing institutional confidence in Grade A industrial assets amid rising demand from e-commerce, manufacturing and third-party logistics providers. Gujarat’s strategic location, robust infrastructure and port connectivity have positioned it as a key warehousing hub.

By Sachman Kochar , 26 February 2026

India’s financial enforcement machinery intensified its scrutiny of high-profile corporate figures after the Enforcement Directorate provisionally attached a residential property linked to industrialist Anil Ambani. The action forms part of an ongoing investigation under anti-money laundering provisions and relates to alleged financial irregularities connected with corporate borrowings. Authorities indicated that the attachment aims to secure assets pending further adjudication.

By Eknath Deshpande , 26 February 2026

India’s premier stock exchange is expanding its international footprint through a global trading platform that allows domestic investors to access equities across 30 world markets. The initiative marks a significant shift in capital mobility, enabling individuals and institutions to diversify beyond Indian assets without establishing foreign brokerage accounts. By integrating international securities into a regulated domestic framework, the National Stock Exchange aims to deepen investor participation and strengthen India’s financial ecosystem.

By Binnypriya Singh , 26 February 2026

Pharmaceutical major Lupin Ltd. is facing regulatory scrutiny after officials from the Maharashtra Goods and Services Tax Department conducted a search operation at one of its offices. The action, linked to potential discrepancies in tax filings and input tax credit claims, signals heightened enforcement across India’s corporate landscape. While the company has stated it is cooperating fully with authorities, the development underscores increasing compliance expectations for large enterprises.