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India to grow at 6.4% in FY27, says IMF

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised India's economic growth forecast for the fiscal year 2026-27 to 6.4%. The new projection is slightly lower than the previous estimate of 6.5% made in April. The revision comes as a result of global challenges such as the ongoing conflict in West Asia and rising energy prices, which are affecting global economic activity and keeping energy costs high.

WhatsApp introduces an AI assistant for businesses in India

WhatsApp has launched the Meta Business Agent in India, an artificial intelligence (AI) assistant that automates customer interactions. The tool can recommend products, book appointments, qualify leads, and provide 24/7 support. The announcement was made during the third edition of WhatsApp's annual Business Summit in Mumbai.

FPIs invest record ₹41,773cr in government bonds this June

Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have made a record net investment of ₹41,773 crore in Indian government bonds under the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) Fully Accessible Route (FAR) in June. The massive inflow comes after a brief period of selling earlier this year and is largely driven by expectations that Indian government bonds could be included in the Global Aggregate Bond Index.

Over 600M biometric-based UPI transactions done in June: NPCI

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has announced that biometric-based Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions have crossed 600 million in June. The figure highlights the growing acceptance of this secure authentication method among users. The technology allows payments to be authorized through a smartphone's fingerprint or facial recognition, making digital transactions faster and more efficient.

Blue Origin to raise $10B at $130B valuation: Report

Jeff Bezos's space venture, Blue Origin, is reportedly looking to raise $10 billion in its first-ever external funding round. The company has been valued at $130 billion pre-money, according to a New York Times DealBook report. The move comes as investor interest in space companies has surged after SpaceX's recent IPO last month.

Allianz to cut 1,800 jobs amid AI push

Allianz, a leading global insurance and asset management company, has announced plans to cut up to 1,800 jobs in its travel insurance division. The move comes as the company expands its use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology. Allianz Partners CEO Tomas Kunzmann confirmed the decision at an event in Munich on Tuesday evening.

Google selects 20 AI start-ups for India accelerator program

Google has announced the selection of 20 artificial intelligence (AI) start-ups for its India Accelerator program. The move marks the 10th year of the initiative in India. The chosen companies were selected from a pool of around 2,500 applications, showcasing their potential and innovation in the field. The cohort represents a growing technical maturity within India's start-up ecosystem, tackling high-impact challenges across various sectors such as climate change and healthcare.

NCERT revises Partition narrative, adds Savarkar, and removes Hitler references

The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has released a revised edition of its Class 8 social science textbook, "Exploring Society: India and Beyond." The new edition includes several changes, including a revised narrative on the Partition. It now states that the Partition was "widely opposed even by the Indian National Congress" and questions if accepting it was "the only way forward." It drops the line that said Congress leaders were "helpless" as communal violence engulfed the subcontinent.

After Ayodhya, Badrinath, donation row at Madhya Pradesh's Baglamukhi Temple

An alleged embezzlement of donations at Madhya Pradesh's Maa Baglamukhi Temple has come to light amid ongoing investigations over similar allegations at Ayodhya's Ram Temple and Uttarakhand's Badrinath Temple. A three-member inquiry committee will probe the matter. In the Ayodhya case, eight people have been arrested, while in the Badrinath case, an employee of Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) has been suspended after a four-member team began its investigation into alleged irregularities in the management of donations at Badrinath Dham.

Abhijeet Dipke clarifies after seen eating kachori near fasting Wangchuk

As activist Sonam Wangchuk's indefinite hunger strike at New Delhi's Jantar Mantar entered its 10th day on Tuesday, the focus shifted to Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke, who was seen snacking near the fasting activist. Videos of Dipke eating bread pakodas and noodles on stage with Wangchuk went viral, leading to memes and criticism. Critics questioned why only Wangchuk was fasting if the protest was led by the CJP.

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We're exiting our position in an AI chipmaker to lock in big gains

The sale will help us reduce overlapping exposure to the CPU renaissance.

CNBC1h ago

Delaying Social Security reform raises risks for bond markets and the economy, research finds

Social Security's trust fund that helps pay retirement benefits is projected to run out in late 2032. New research finds that may pose serious economic risks.

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SBI Funds Management IPO to open on July 14. Check details

SBI Funds Management has filed its red herring prospectus for an IPO comprising only an offer for sale by SBI and Amundi India Holding. The listing will offer investors exposure to India’s fast-growing mutual fund industry without raising fresh capital.

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Market Trading Guide: Ather Energy among 2 stock recommendations for Thursday

Indian markets declined sharply as rising crude prices, higher bond yields and renewed West Asia tensions hurt sentiment. Technical analysts recommended Alkyl Amines Chemicals and Ather Energy, citing bullish trends, strong momentum and favourable technical indicators.

Economic Times2h ago

Mistral's Robostral Navigate: a state of the art robotics navigation model

Article URL: https://mistral.ai/news/robostral-navigate/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48832212 Points: 122 # Comments: 21

Hacker News2h ago

Wall Street slumps after Trump says Iran deal is ‘over’

The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.31%, the S&P 500 fell 0.36%, the Nasdaq Composite dropped 0.44%

Waymo starts driverless rides in four more U.S. markets as expansion accelerates

Waymo has a big lead in the nascent U.S. robotaxi market, and is opening up in more cities.

The American Dream is missing one key ingredient, says Harvard happiness expert: Without it, 'life is pretty grim'

Only 35% of U.S. adults define the American Dream as being part of a community. But one cannot thrive without the people around them, say experts.

Broadcom shares jump over 2% after Apple announces $30 billion chip deal

Broadcom shares gained after Apple announced a multi-year chip supply agreement exceeding $30 billion. The deal expands US manufacturing, strengthens Broadcom’s custom silicon business through 2031 and supports Apple’s strategy to build a domestic semiconductor supply chain.

Economic Times3h ago

Kentucky Gov. Beshear presses McConnell to provide health update as speculation grows

McConnell, the former longtime Senate leader who declined to seek an eighth term following a series of health scares, was admitted to a hospital on June 14.

Markets tumble after Donald Trump ends ceasefire

The Nifty 50 fell 2.1% to 23,882, while the Sensex fell 2.1% to 76,503—their lowest levels since 30 March.

Bond yields jump, rupee weakens as oil surges after Trump says Iran deal is over

The rise in crude oil prices renewed concerns over inflation and India’s external balances.

Multibagger small-cap Cupid logs biggest one-day fall in 6 months; ends 3-day rally

Cupid shares fell 11% on July 8, reversing a strong 14-session winning streak. After hitting a record high of ₹226, the stock plunged to ₹197, marking its biggest single-day decline since January. Retail investors benefited significantly from its 1,416% rally over the past years.

Blue Origin raises first outside funding at $130B valuation

Jeff Bezos is finally letting other people into his rocket ship. Blue Origin is raising outside capital for the first time in its 26-year history, sources tell CNBC's Andrew Ross Sorkin, valuing the space company at a staggering $130 billion. The move marks a dramatic shift for Bezos, who's personally bankrolled the venture since founding it in 2000, pouring billions into the company while rivals like SpaceX courted outside investors and soared past him in the commercial space race. [Blue Origin](https://www.blueorigin.

TechBuzz AI3h ago

Ex-GitHub CEO Launches Distributed Git Network for AI Agents

GitHub's former CEO is betting big on AI agents rewriting how code gets built. The executive just launched a developer tools startup focused on distributed Git infrastructure designed specifically for autonomous coding agents - a move that signals growing confidence that AI won't just assist developers, but fundamentally reshape version control itself. The timing couldn't be more strategic, as companies from [OpenAI](https://openai.com) to [Google](https://google.com) race to build coding agents that can write, test, and deploy software with minimal human oversight.

TechBuzz AI3h ago

US stocks today: Dow Jones crashes 500 points at open as Trump stops Iran peace deal

Wall Street opened lower after Trump said the Iran deal was over, triggering a risk-off sentiment globally. Rising oil prices added pressure on equities, with Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq slipping at the open as investors reacted to geopolitical uncertainty and potential inflation risks.

Economic Times3h ago

OpenBSD has a use-after-free allowing local privilege escalation to root

Article URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/cve-2026-57589 Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48831658 Points: 101 # Comments: 39

Hacker News3h ago

OpenAI lifts GPT-5.6 restrictions, defying federal limits

[OpenAI](https://openai.com) is moving to publicly release its GPT-5.6 AI models, effectively ending government-requested restrictions that had kept the technology under wraps. The decision, confirmed Wednesday, comes just hours after the company received federal clearance and mirrors a similar move by rival [Anthropic](https://anthropic.com), which recently restored public access to its latest models following a weeks-long standoff with regulators. The shift marks a turning point in the escalating tension between leading AI labs and government oversight efforts. [OpenAI](https://openai.

TechBuzz AI3h ago

Healthy Returns: Employers aren't expanding coverage of GLP-1 obesity drugs – many are finding ways around it

Around 36% of employers said they provide coverage of GLP-1s for both diabetes and weight loss, the same as 2025 and up from 34% in 2024, the survey said.

Cloudflare Meerkat - Globally distributed consensus

Article URL: https://blog.cloudflare.com/meerkat-introduction/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48831565 Points: 108 # Comments: 17

Hacker News3h ago

Delta launches 'basic business' fares without lounge access, seat selection

Delta is launching basic business and other stripped-down premium classes that come with fewer perks.

Strait of Hormuz traffic won't return to normal until 2027 after latest setback, Kalshi traders predict

Speculators now see just a 44% chance that traffic flows return to normal by Dec. 1.

Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Wednesday

Oil is surging, and Apple announces more investments into U.S. manufacturing.

OpenAI to publicly release GPT-5.6 AI models, ending government-requested limits

OpenAI's chief rival, Anthropic, recently restored access to its latest models following a weeks-long clash with the government.

Kusumgar IPO: Issue received a solid response on Day 01, booked 3.7 times; GMP signals bumper listing

Kusumgar Limited's IPO saw robust interest on its first day, subscribing 3.67 times with 3.99 crore shares bid against 1.08 lakh available. Non-institutional investors led the demand. The issue closes July 10, with a price band set between ₹398 and ₹419.

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Bezos' Blue Origin valued at $130 billion in first public fundraising round

Bezos' Blue Origin is raising outside capital in a round valuing the rocket company at $130 billion, sources told CNBC's Andrew Ross Sorkin.

RBI reiterates push for crypto 'prohibition', cites financial risks and tax evasion

Several key government agencies continue to favour stricter controls on virtual digital assets, even as India has not yet finalised a clear regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies.

Mint4h ago

US stock market today: Dow, S&P 500 futures drop up to 1% as oil rally and Middle East risks hit sentiment

US stock futures indicated a weak start on July 8, amid rising crude oil prices and tensions in the Middle East. S&P 500 futures fell 0.8%, while Dow Jones and Nasdaq futures declined 1%. Investor sentiment weakened following US strikes on Iran amidst escalating conflict.

Mint4h ago

Dow Jones| Nasdaq | US Stock Market Today | Live: US stock futures tumble as Trump says Iran deal is 'over', oil climbs

Economic Times4h ago

India's 10-year bond logs worst day in 3 months on faltering Iran deal

India's benchmark bond faced a dramatic decline, its most significant drop in over three months, primarily driven by a surge in oil prices linked to geopolitical tensions. This alarming rise in crude prices threatens India's economic growth and inflation forecast, leading to a substantial uptick in bond yields and swap rates. Despite these challenges, foreign investors remain consistently interested in India's debt markets.

Economic Times4h ago

Ex-OpenAI Product Chief Kevin Weil Joins Stoke Space Board

Kevin Weil, the former Chief Product Officer at [OpenAI](https://openai.com) who helped shape ChatGPT's meteoric rise, just joined the board of [Stoke Space](https://stokespace.com), a Seattle-based startup building fully reusable rockets. The move signals growing Silicon Valley interest in next-generation space hardware and marks another high-profile tech executive betting on the commercial space race. Weil's appointment comes as Stoke Space prepares to test its novel rocket design that promises to dramatically cut launch costs. [Stoke Space](https://stokespace.

TechBuzz AI4h ago

Former OpenAI exec Kevin Weil is now on the board of Stoke Space

Kevin Weil's new role at Stoke Space suggests reusable rockets are the next hot thing in Silicon Valley.

TechCrunch AI5h ago

Fed meeting minutes to show 'family fight' over rates. The squabble could drag on for a while

There have been few instances over the past 35 years or so when the Fed has only made one rate move, be it up or down.

CNBC5h ago

Oil jumps over 6% as Trump declares Iran ceasefire, MoU effectively over

The US has reinstated sanctions on Iranian oil and launches fresh strikes, reviving fears of disruption in the Strait of Hormuz and raising fresh concerns for India's energy security and inflation outlook.

Mint5h ago

Apple to increase spend with Broadcom to produce billions more U.S. chips

Article URL: https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2026/07/apple-to-increase-spend-with-broadcom-to-produce-billions-more-us-chips/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48830565 Points: 102 # Comments: 52

Hacker News5h ago

Sebi amends FPIs rule; directs registration fee payment in Indian rupee

Sebi has announced a modification to its foreign investor registration fees, shifting to a rupee-based model effective in six months. This adjustment stipulates that Category-I FPIs and FVCIs will be required to pay Rs 2.3 lakh. Additionally, the common application will now demand the date of birth from applicants, and depository participants must ensure that all fees are forwarded to Sebi within a five-day period.

Economic Times5h ago

Apple Locks $30B Broadcom Deal for U.S. Chip Manufacturing

[Apple](https://www.apple.com) just dropped its biggest bet on American manufacturing yet. The Cupertino giant is committing over $30 billion to expand its partnership with [Broadcom](https://www.broadcom.com), marking the largest domestic chipmaking investment in the company's history. The move signals Apple's determination to secure its semiconductor supply chain while answering political pressure to bring more tech manufacturing stateside. It's a watershed moment that could reshape how the entire industry thinks about chip production. [Apple](https://www.apple.

TechBuzz AI5h ago

Weekly mortgage demand drops as rates remain stuck in a narrow range

Mortgage rates barely moved last week and haven't moved much in more than a month. That is resulting in lackluster mortgage demand.

CNBC6h ago

Pickup Artist Mystery Has an AI Girlfriend

A new book claims that Mystery, who teaches awkward men how to hit on women, had sex and smoked weed with an AI chatbot named Miss Shira Always.

Wired AI6h ago

Top Gainers & Losers on 8 July: Aegis Logistics, HPCL, Bank of India, IndiGo, Coforge, MRF among top losers

The Indian stock market faced heavy selling on Wednesday, with benchmark indices falling over 2% amid renewed U.S.-Iran tensions. The Nifty 50 dropped to 23,882, marking its biggest decline since March, and nearly all sectoral indices ended in the red, particularly the Nifty PSU Bank index.

Mint6h ago

Crude oil prices jump 6%, hit two-week high after Trump says Iran peace deal is ‘over’. What are experts saying?

Crude oil prices rose sharply on Wednesday to a two-week high after Donald Trump declared the Iran peace agreement "over", reviving fears of fresh supply disruptions from the Middle East. Analysts say concerns over the Strait of Hormuz, tighter sanctions and depleted inventories could keep oil prices elevated in the near term.

Torrent Pharma among 6 stocks to hit 52-week highs & rally up to 25% in a month

Despite a sharp sell-off in the broader market, six BSE 200 stocks touched fresh 52-week highs, highlighting resilient investor confidence. The outperformers from retail, pharmaceuticals and energy sectors continued to show strong momentum, signalling sustained buying interest despite market volatility.

Rupee slumps to one-month low as oil soars after Trump says Iran deal is 'over'

The Indian rupee fell to its weakest level in nearly a month on Wednesday. This decline occurred after U.S. President Donald Trump stated the interim accord with Iran was over. Oil prices jumped significantly, renewing fears of Middle East supply disruptions. Indian stocks also dropped sharply, their steepest fall in over three months. Elevated oil prices are expected to pressure the rupee and slow economic growth.

US futures tumble as Trump says Iran deal is 'over'; oil climbs

On Wednesday morning, U.S. stock futures took a significant hit as President Donald Trump declared the memorandum of understanding with Iran null and void. This announcement sparked a notable rise in oil prices, leading to a boost in energy stocks during premarket trading. Meanwhile, investors await the release of the minutes from the U.S. Federal Reserve meeting for further insights.

Women investors account for over 13% of crypto futures traders; XRP and Bitcoin top their portfolios

Crypto futures trading in India saw significant growth from smaller cities. Women traders showed lower leverage and preferred specific digital assets. Bitcoin and Ethereum comprised a smaller portion of futures volume. Tamil Nadu led regional participation in crypto futures trading. Traders demonstrated tactical approaches and risk awareness in leveraged products.

Trump opposes Carroll getting $5 million damages verdict, cites last-ditch Supreme Court bid

Trump has been found liable in two trials for defaming E. Jean Carroll when he denied her claim he sexually abused her in a New York department store.

CNBC6h ago