OpenAI has made ChatGPT Go free in India for one year from November 4, 2025, waiving its Rs 399 monthly fee. New users must add a payment method but won’t be charged, while existing users are transitioned automatically. The move promotes AI adoption in India

India Post Payments Bank and EPFO partnered to offer free doorstep Digital Life Certificate services for EPS’95 pensioners. Using Face Authentication and Fingerprint biometrics, IPPB’s postal network will deliver the service, funded by EPFO. The MoU was exchanged by Shri R Viswesvaran and Shri Ramesh Krishnamurthi, enabling pensioners to access certificates online.

The Supreme Court rejected petitions by BYJU’S and Glas Trust to halt Aakash’s INR 200 crore rights issue, which may cut BYJU’S stake below 5%. Glas Trust alleged dilution intent, but chairman Shailesh Haribhakti said it was vital for operations. BYJU’S, amid insolvency and asset sales to repay a $1.2 billion loan, cannot participate.

Shiprocket has received SEBI approval for its IPO worth INR 2,000–2,500 crore, including a fresh issue of INR 1,000–1,200 crore. The firm cut FY25 losses by 88% to INR 74.5 crore and grew revenue 24% to INR 1,632 crore. Founded in 2017, it partners with 17+ couriers, serving D2C brands across India and 200+ global markets.

Zupee acquired AI storytelling startup Nucanon to expand beyond real-money gaming amid regulatory shifts. Nucanon’s adaptive AI story engine will power Zupee’s vision to build an advanced interactive story platform. Its team joins Zupee’s India HQ. The company also runs Zupee Studio and Zap Learn, posting a ₹146 crore FY24 profit.

Apple plans to integrate Google’s Gemini AI into an upgraded Siri by March 2026 under its “Apple Intelligence” initiative. The collaboration aims to enhance Siri’s conversational and web-search capabilities. New hardware, like a smart display and updated HomePod mini, will demonstrate these AI features, though Mark Gurman notes success remains uncertain.

On November 2, 2025, ISRO launched CMS-03 (GSAT-7R), a 4,410 kg multi-band military satellite, via LVM3-M5 from Sriharikota. It strengthens the Indian Navy’s communication network across C, extended C, and Ku bands, enabling secure broadband links for real-time communication over the Indian Ocean and beyond.

Pine Labs’ RHP reveals a profitable H1 FY26 with ₹650 crore revenue, up 18% to ₹616 crore from transaction processing (70%). PAT reached ₹4.8 crore, reversing a ₹28 crore loss aided by ₹14 crore deferred tax. The firm plans a ₹2,080 crore IPO, including investor OFS participation from Peak XV Partners, Temasek, and Mastercard.

Piyush Goyal reaffirmed the government’s commitment to India’s DeepTech ecosystem at a Bengaluru roundtable with 35 startups and 30 venture capital firms. Discussions focused on easing business, enhancing innovation, and supporting Aatmanirbhar Bharat through extended Startup India benefits, clear R&D funding, and private investment incentives. Participants including Agnit Semiconductors, Celesta Capital, and DPIIT pledged structured collaboration for long-term innovation.

Goa Transport Department suspended Ola Electric’s trade certificate after complaints about poor service and delayed repairs affecting 2,000 scooters. Registrations on the Vahan portal are blocked temporarily until Ola improves after-sales support. EV owners demand stricter accountability, and Chief Minister Pramod Sawant is monitoring the issue.

UPI transactions reached a record 20.7 billion in October 2025, up 3.6% from September, worth ₹27.28 lakh crore. Diwali spending and GST cuts boosted usage, with a daily peak of 754.37 million on October 18. Volume rose 25% and value 16% year-over-year, reinforcing UPI’s role in India’s cashless economy.

Snapmint raised $125 million led by General Atlantic, joined by Prudent Investment Managers, Kae Capital, and Elev8 Venture Partners. The funds will expand its EMI on UPI and merchant network across India. Serving 7 million users in 23,000 pin codes, Snapmint aims to reach 100 million consumers. Radix Capital Advisors managed the deal.

DMRC partners with Mappls MapmyIndia to offer real-time metro data on the Mappls app for 35 million users. The collaboration boosts convenience, safety, and sustainability by enabling access to routes, fares, and station details. Leaders highlight tech integration and multi-modal connectivity, allowing users to report traffic issues and improving urban management.

Canva’s new Creative Operating System is its biggest update, featuring advanced AI tools and an upgraded Visual Suite. Highlights include Video 2.0 automation, Canva Forms for data collection, a context-aware Design Model, Canva Grow for marketing, an enhanced Brand Kit, and free professional Affinity tools. Canva aims to democratize powerful creative and marketing tech.

A Center for AI Safety study found top AI agents automated less than 3% of remote work tasks acceptably; Manus AI succeeded 2.5%, GPT-5 just 1.7%. Failures included poor quality and incomplete results. Despite layoffs citing AI, experts warn current AI lacks long-term memory and skill learning, challenging claims of imminent full job automation.

Nvidia will supply over 260,000 Blackwell AI chips to South Korea, supporting its goal to become a global AI leader. Major firms Samsung, SK Group, Hyundai, NAVER Cloud will deploy these chips for AI infrastructure, manufacturing, mobility, and cloud services. The deal strengthens South Korea’s regional AI position and local semiconductor demand amid US-China tensions.

Reliance Intelligence, RIL’s AI arm, partners with Google to offer Jio users free 18-month Google AI Pro access, including Gemini 2.5 Pro, NotebookLM, expanded limits, and 2 TB cloud storage (worth ₹35,100). Reliance becomes a Google Cloud and Gemini Enterprise launch partner, broadening TPU access. Its goal: build gigawatt-scale AI data centers in India.

India’s Department of School Education & Literacy will introduce AI and Computational Thinking from Grade 3, starting 2026–27, in line with NEP 2020 and NCF SE 2023. Key agencies (CBSE, NCERT, KVS, NVS) support this “AI for Public Good” plan. Prof. Karthik Raman leads curriculum development; teacher training and resources will be provided. The initiative stresses inclusivity and future-readiness.

Groww’s parent Billionbrains Garage Ventures plans a ₹6,632 crore IPO (Nov 4–7) at ₹95–₹100 per share, featuring a ₹1,060 crore fresh issue and sale of 55.72 crore shares. Funds will enhance cloud, credit tech, marketing, and margin trading. Managed by top banks, the IPO, led by its four founders, signals a major milestone for India’s retail investment sector.

McDonald’s opened its largest global capability centre outside the US in Hyderabad, covering 156,496 sq ft at RMZ Nexity, HITEC City. It will handle tech, analytics, finance, and HR, creating 1,200+ jobs and strengthening Hyderabad’s GCC ecosystem. The hub aids community initiatives and boosts Telangana’s economy, reinforcing the city’s growing global business and innovation prominence.

Indian travelers in Malaysia can soon pay via UPI after a Razorpay Curlec–NPCI International partnership. Malaysia becomes among the first foreign markets to accept India’s UPI online and in-store. Payments will settle instantly in Ringgit, avoiding conversion issues. The rollout covers 5,000+ merchants, benefiting tourism, retail, and hospitality, and supports growing cashless travel between both nations.