Thu Oct 17 15:32:07 UTC 2024: ## Economic Times: Latest Business, Finance, and Tech News

**The Economic Times** reports on a variety of business and finance news today, covering everything from upcoming IPOs to the latest tech trends.

**Business:**

* A Delhi firm could potentially gain a significant stake in Patanjali Foods for a relatively small investment.
* DMart’s “everyday low price” strategy may be losing its effectiveness as customer needs evolve.
* Hyundai’s upcoming IPO, India’s largest, is facing delays due to multiple factors.
* Concerns about the potential impact of the recent economic slowdown on Canadian businesses are being discussed.
* DMart is facing increased competition from quick commerce companies like Zepto and Blinkit.
* Oberoi Realty’s stock has seen significant growth in the past year, prompting analysts to recommend buying the stock.

**Finance:**

* Investors are interested in Oberoi Realty, with a target price of Rs 2305.
* Jagmeet Singh’s call for sanctions against India has been met with mockery, with critics pointing out the lack of evidence.
* Elon Musk has become the top donor to Donald Trump’s campaign.

**Technology:**

* The latest tech trends are being discussed, including the use of Generative AI to learn C++ fundamentals and the increasing adoption of AI and Analytics for business strategy.
* The Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023 is being analyzed for its potential impact on businesses.

**Other:**

* The SCO summit saw Jaishankar deliver a veiled dig at Pakistan.
* The Indian government has announced a major bridge construction project in Varanasi.
* A Diwali spirit has been created with a recent announcement of a 3% DA hike for government employees.
* The arrest of Lawrence Bishnoi, a notorious gangster, has been reported.

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