Foodtech giant Zomato faces backlash and accusations of caste discrimination for its ad featuring actor Aditya Lakhia. The controversial World Environment Day ad, highlighting plastic waste recycling, was taken down after users criticized it on social media. Zomato has a history of marketing controversies, adding to a trend of public disputes among Indian startups.

The bounce in technology companies helped U.S. markets close higher on Thursday, recovering some of their previous momentum. Volatility also decreased to record lows ahead of a busy economic and policy schedule the following week.

A new post-pandemic record low was reached for the CBOE Volatility index, also referred to as Wall Street’s fear barometer.

Discover how Tata Group, one of India’s largest conglomerates, has undergone transformation and growth through strategic shifts in the past year. From restructuring its organization to embracing digital innovation, strengthening sustainability efforts, and ensuring supply chain resilience, Tata Group has adapted to the evolving business landscape. Explore key milestones such as the acquisition of Air India, the launch of the Nexon EV, and Tata Steel becoming debt-free. Witness how Tata Group is poised to lead in its chosen markets.

At the Worldwide Developers Conference 2023, Apple unveiled its highly anticipated mixed-reality headset, capturing the attention of tech enthusiasts worldwide. However, this was not the only exciting announcement from the American tech giant. Apple also provided a preview of upcoming features and tools that will be available on its platforms later this year. One such tool that caught the spotlight is the Game Porting Toolkit for Macs, set to accompany the release of macOS Sonoma.

WhatsApp is reportedly introducing HD Photo Sharing Feature allowing users to send high-definition photos. The feature, currently rolling out to Android and iOS beta versions, lets users choose the quality of the images they share. While minor compression still occurs, the update preserves the original dimensions of the photos.

Lionel Messi has chosen to join Inter Miami in Major League Soccer, turning down a lucrative $400 million deal from Saudi Arabia. The move strengthens partnerships with Apple and Adidas while dealing a blow to Saudi Arabia’s sports ambitions. Miami prepares to host the World Cup as Messi ventures outside Europe for the first time.

When electric Vehicles were not the talk of the town, Zypp Electric, a prominent last-mile delivery fleet management firm, leaped into the EV-based ecosystem. Akash Gupta and Rashi Agarwal founded the electric scooter provider firm in 2017 with the goal of assisting India in embracing sustainable transportation and reducing pollution.

The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has maintained its economic growth projections for the 2023-24 financial year at 6.5%. While the first two quarters are expected to deliver slightly more growth,

Zen Technologies surges 10% after winning an order worth Rs 202 crore from Defence Ministry

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has revealed that the company is not currently training GPT5, the successor to GPT4, stating that there is still much work to be done. Altman emphasizes the need for safety audits and cautions against the rapid advancement of AI technology, addressing concerns raised by researchers and executives.

Social media giant Meta has launched its ‘Meta Verified’ service in India, extending verification features for Facebook and Instagram accounts. The subscription bundle offers impersonation protection, government ID verification, and account support. Priced at INR 699/month for iOS and Android users, Meta aims to expand access and tap into India’s vast social media market.

Chennai-based cleantech startup Proklean Technologies secures $4M in funding from Raintree Family Office, fueling its R&D efforts and hiring initiatives. The funds will aid the company’s expansion into new markets,