Bollywood action star Tiger Shroff has reportedly bought a prime luxury waterfront apartment in Dubai’s Maritime City area, part of Danube Properties’ Breez project. The residence offers sea views and close access to major landmarks. Shroff called Dubai his “second home,” pointing to the city’s lifestyle and growth as the motivation behind his significant investment.
Godrej Properties is defying a real-estate slowdown by leveraging consolidation trends, buying distressed opportunities, and using its legacy brand to expand aggressively. However, the same high-growth strategy may be affecting profitability and shareholder returns. The article points to a new business model that is helping it scale across markets, while also creating new performance risks.
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Zurich Insurance plans to invest around Rs 4,051 crore to buy a 51% stake in Kotak General Insurance through a mix of fresh capital and share purchase. The deal also gives Zurich an option to acquire an additional 19% within three years, potentially tightening its grip on the insurer’s future direction.
After years of slow adoption, more companies in India are turning to railways to move freight efficiently. A leading private logistics player is now scaling its rail investments with a reported INR 1,800 crore push. The move is driven by clearer economics—costs, reliability, and route economics are converging—making rail a stronger option for expanding businesses.
Asia’s ultra-rich families are reconsidering Dubai investments and relocation plans as the Iran war raises regional security concerns. Wealth consultants say some clients are postponing moves, reducing exposure, or drawing up contingency plans. The shift reflects how quickly geopolitical risk is reshaping private wealth strategies, even for those with long-standing bases in the emirate.
Dubai and Abu Dhabi markets are closed following Iranian strikes, leaving investors to judge how supply chains disruptions will translate into valuation pressure. While airports are resuming partial operations, private equity expects deals to slow for months and real asset investors are bracing for valuation corrections. Banks are also deferring decisions amid mounting uncertainty.
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What began as a likely win for Ranjan Pai in the battle over Byju’s assets has escalated into a high-stakes billionaire showdown. Ronnie Screwvala’s sudden entry turns a perceived walkover into a contested fight, with both investors bringing significant education-linked interests. The outcome could reshape control of assets tied to the collapsed ed-tech giant.
EPFO is set to engage retired officers and government employees to fill more than 4,000 vacancies across multiple departments. The first focus will be strengthening the organisation’s investment division by bringing in experienced officials from institutions such as SBI, RBI and LIC. The move is intended to help EPFO handle its expanding subscriber base and swelling corpus more effectively.
Fourteen years after Airtel acquired Zain Telecom’s African assets, Sunil Mittal’s review of Airtel Africa’s journey is back in focus. The Prime piece asks whether the long-term bet has delivered the right outcomes for users, markets, and shareholders across multiple countries—highlighting how far the telecom operator has come since the landmark deal.
VR Global Media has launched a $250 million capital programme to build a global entertainment platform, and is already raising $120 million. The funding is set to flow into film production and distribution, sports franchises, and media-tech ventures, with the goal of creating an integrated, institutionally backed creative ecosystem—more than just a single-content push.
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A Supreme Court ruling touching the Tiger Global-Flipkart dispute could tighten how Indian investors claim UAE tax treaty benefits. The court suggests that simply producing tax residency certificates may not suffice. Investors may need to prove genuine commercial substance and effective management in the UAE, raising scrutiny for high-net-worth individuals and family offices operating from Dubai.
WhiteOak Capital Mutual Fund has waived exit loads on fresh investments in most equity and hybrid schemes, aiming to boost liquidity and decision-making flexibility. The change does not apply to liquid and arbitrage funds. Importantly, only new purchases benefit—existing units continue to carry their older charges.
A low-profile pharma firm, Advent controlled-BSV, has drawn major investor attention after a turnaround that tripled its valuation in five years. Its focus on specialised women’s health products and a strong research pipeline have helped drive the momentum. Now, Mankind is set to acquire BSV in a $1.6 billion deal, putting the company’s next growth phase in the spotlight.
MIXI Global Investments Inc. is rolling out a $50 million India-focused fund, signaling a deeper push into India’s consumer and gaming ecosystem. Managing Director (Investment – India) Tomoharu Urabe says the firm sees enduring growth in consumer-tech adoption and gaming demand, positioning the fund to back opportunities as the market scales.
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Zerodha’s rapid rise in liquid ETFs is transforming India’s fixed-income landscape. Its liquid fund has scaled to about INR 6,500 crore, drawing traders and even banking customers away from incumbents like Nippon. With a growth option and roughly 6% returns, the product is benefiting from low savings rates and market volatility, accelerating a broader shift to liquid ETFs.
A cabinet sub-committee has approved a pathway for special incentives and concessions aimed at boosting electronics and semiconductor investments. The move clarifies that any incentives can only be offered within existing sectoral investment policy frameworks, while proposals beyond those boundaries will be routed to the cabinet sub-committee for approval. The decision sets tighter process control for new demands.
PFRDA has launched NPS Swasthya, a pilot scheme designed to help subscribers earmark money for healthcare while still planning for retirement. Users can contribute any amount, withdraw up to 25% specifically for medical needs, and exit fully for critical treatments. The model aims to blend pension discipline with timely access to healthcare funds.
India’s rising sports participation is powering a new wave of startups aimed at everyday athletes. Platforms are simplifying the basics—finding players, booking courts, and forming teams—especially for growing sports like tennis and pickleball. With strong investor appetite and rapid growth across big cities and smaller towns, sports are shifting from solo activity to a fast-spreading social outing.
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Maharashtra has set an ambitious target of ₹30 lakh crore in investment to position itself as a global investment hub. The plan leans heavily on infrastructure, logistics, and clean energy, with major projects like Vadhvan Port expected to strengthen trade. The state says integrated planning and clearer regulations will help attract capital and support sustainable growth and better living standards.
Reliance Brookfield is set to open a new data centre next week, intensifying competition in India’s rapidly expanding market. The sector is projected to grow about 40% annually and attract roughly USD 5 billion in investments by 2025, as Reliance enters a field already heating up with Adani Group and Bharti Airtel pushing capacity.
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