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Park Medi World plans 5,740-bed network by FY28 under expansion roadmap
Park Medi World aims to expand its hospital network to 5,740 beds by fiscal year 2028, adding 2,130 beds primarily in North India.
28 Aug, 09:29 pm IST - GLOBALGLOBAL · 2 min
2026 World Cup drives $3.5 billion economic boost in New York-New Jersey
The 2026 FIFA World Cup generated $3.5 billion in total economic output for the New York and New Jersey region, surpassing the initial projection of $3.3 b…
26 Aug, 07:28 pm IST - INDIAINDIA · 2 min
DP World plans $700-800 million investment and longer contracts in India
Dubai-based logistics company DP World is preparing to invest between $700 million and $800 million in India, aiming to secure longer contracts at its five existing terminals.
24 Aug, 07:28 am IST - FUNDINGFUNDING · 2 min
Bain Capital in talks to acquire controlling stake in Cello World
Bain Capital is leading talks to acquire a controlling stake in Cello World from its promoters in a deal valued at over ₹3,000 crore, according to livemint.com.
04 Aug, 09:28 am IST - GLOBALGLOBAL · 2 min
FIFA president Infantino abandons $20 billion World Cup investment plan
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has scrapped his $20 billion plan to sell stakes in future World Cup profits to private investors, following a fierce backl…
02 Aug, 09:28 pm IST - INDIAINDIA · 2 min
Sarnath becomes India's 45th UNESCO World Heritage site
Sarnath in Uttar Pradesh has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, becoming India's 45th site to receive this recognition, according to livemint.com.
26 Jul, 11:28 am IST - GLOBALGLOBAL · 2 min
Spain’s World Cup $50 million prize faces U.S. and Spanish taxes
Spain won the 2026 FIFA World Cup, securing a $50 million prize from FIFA. However, many players, coaches, and referees involved in the tournament face complex U.S.
23 Jul, 01:28 pm IST - GLOBALGLOBAL · 2 min
FIFA’s 2026 World Cup generates over $15 billion in revenue
The 2026 FIFA World Cup concluded with the tournament generating more than $15 billion in revenue, marking it as the most financially successful World Cup ever, FIFA announced.
21 Jul, 01:28 pm IST - GLOBALGLOBAL · 2 min
China launches World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization with 29 members
China announced the establishment of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO), headquartered in Shanghai, with 29 member countries including Pakistan, Russia, and Indonesia.
20 Jul, 01:28 pm IST - GLOBALGLOBAL · 1 min
Spain wins $51 million as 2026 World Cup payout hits $871 million
Spain earned $51 million for winning the 2026 World Cup, while runner-up Argentina received $34 million, according to fortune.com.
20 Jul, 07:28 am IST - AIAI · 1 min
Nonprofit Current AI builds free World Wide Web of AI tools
Nonprofit Current AI is developing an open, free World Wide Web of AI tools accessible to everyone, according to techcrunch.com.
19 Jul, 09:28 pm IST - GLOBALGLOBAL · 2 min
France to earn at least $27 million in World Cup prize money
France will receive a minimum of $27 million in prize money from the 2026 World Cup despite losing to Spain in the semi-final, according to fortune.com.
16 Jul, 09:28 pm IST - GLOBALGLOBAL · 2 min
Erling Haaland’s $5 hair tie sparks consumer frenzy after World Cup
Norwegian soccer star Erling Haaland’s choice of a $5 hair tie from KKNEKKI during the World Cup triggered a surge in consumer demand and retailer interest…
11 Jul, 05:22 pm IST - INDIAINDIA · 2 min
Levi Strauss shares fall ahead of Q2 earnings amid FIFA World Cup campaign
Shares of Levi Strauss & Co. declined on Wednesday as investors awaited the company’s fiscal second-quarter earnings report, with attention focused on the…
09 Jul, 01:22 am IST - GLOBALGLOBAL · 2 min
Airbnb offers $750 to new hosts during World Cup, women lead sign-ups
Airbnb launched a $750 incentive for new hosts in North American cities hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup, encouraging locals to rent out their homes during the tournament.
03 Jul, 05:22 pm IST - FUNDINGFUNDING · 2 min
World Cup prediction markets hit $5.4 billion in bets so far
Prediction markets tied to the World Cup have surged to $5.4 billion in wagers just 11 days into the tournament, according to data compiled by Fortune.
23 Jun, 04:08 am IST - GLOBALGLOBAL · 1 min
FIFA to distribute record $871 million to 2026 World Cup teams
FIFA will distribute a record $871 million to the 48 teams competing in the 2026 World Cup, marking a 15% increase from the $727 million payout in 2022.
21 Jun, 06:08 pm IST - INDIAINDIA · 2 min
Zohran Mamdani's World Cup jerseys resell at 2000 times original price
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani released an exclusive run of 1,500 FIFA World Cup 2026 jerseys inspired by New York City earlier this week.
14 Jun, 08:08 am IST - INDIAINDIA · 1 min
Peruvian police arrest suspected drug dealer disguised as World Cup mascots
Peruvian police officers disguised themselves as 2026 FIFA World Cup mascots to arrest a suspected drug dealer in Lima on June 13, 2026.
14 Jun, 06:08 am IST - INDIAINDIA · 2 min
NYC mayor’s limited World Cup jersey sale sparks resale frenzy
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani released a limited edition run of 1,500 World Cup jerseys inspired by the city, available only in person at the official CityStore starting 9 a.m. Friday.
13 Jun, 06:08 am IST - GLOBALGLOBAL · 1 min
FIFA World Cup 2026 hydration breaks create $7-9 million ad revenue opportunity
Fox Corporation's Fox channel is leveraging hydration breaks during FIFA World Cup 2026 matches as new advertising slots, potentially generating $7-9 million in additional revenue.
12 Jun, 10:08 pm IST - INDIAINDIA · 2 min
World Bank raises India FY27 growth forecast to 6.6% amid global slowdown
The World Bank has raised India's economic growth forecast for the fiscal year 2026-27 to 6.6%, up from its earlier projection of 6.5% in January, accordin…
12 Jun, 12:08 am IST - FUNDINGFUNDING · 2 min
The economist who wrote the book on sports finance has a number for FIFA’s World Cup haul: $15 billion
FIFA’s 2026 World Cup ticket prices have surged dramatically, with Category 1 tickets initially priced at about $600 in fall 2025 now generally selling for…
25 May, 10:09 pm IST - FUNDINGFUNDING · 2 min
Mamdani’s campaign for cheap World Cup tickets delivers 1,000 for city of 8 million
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced that 1,000 World Cup tickets priced at $50 each will be made available to city residents for matches held at M…
22 May, 02:56 am IST