Paytm revises ESOP framework, links future vesting more closely to performance, stock option pool remains unchanged

IANS | August 21, 2026 8:17 PM

New Delhi, Aug 21 (IANS) The board of One 97 Communications, which operates mobile payments brand Paytm, has proposed changes to its employee stock option framework that would link future ESOP vesting more closely to performance, while keeping the overall stock option pool unchanged, reinforcing a greater focus on performance-based employee incentives.

BMW unveils its first India-made EV sedan car

IANS | August 21, 2026 5:14 PM

New Delhi, Aug 21 (IANS) BMW India on Friday unveiled the first locally manufactured electric sedan from its portfolio -- the BMW i5 Long Wheelbase -- and opened bookings for the luxury electric vehicle across its dealer network.

India’s unincorporated sector expands by 9.2 pc in April-June, jobs up by 6.5 pc

IANS | August 21, 2026 4:53 PM

New Delhi, Aug 21 (IANS) The estimated number of unincorporated establishments in India's non-agricultural sector increased by 9.20 per cent to 8.67 crore in April–June this year, from 7.94 crore in April–June 2025 despite the global uncertainties, according to a statement issued by the National Statistics Office (NSO) on Friday.

Cognizant warns customers of potential data exposure after cyber breach

IANS | August 21, 2026 4:24 PM

New Delhi, Aug 21 (IANS) IT services firm Cognizant has notified customers of a data breach that occurred on April 21, 2026, which may have exposed personal information, while stating that there is no evidence so far that the data has been misused, as per multiple reports.