UAE-based AI-native investment platform Valura.ai has onboarded over 1k wealth advisors across India ahead of its launch, Hindu Businessline reports. The platform, which operates out of Dubai International Financial Center and Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (Gift City), claims a pipeline of over USD 357 mn in assets over the next 18 months.

How it works: The platform provides access to over 100k global securities — including equities, ETFs, bonds, and structured products — held in local custody at Gift City under India’s International Financial Services Centres Authority regulations rather than being routed offshore. Its network includes independent financial advisers, mutual fund distributors, and chartered accountants, indicating strong early demand for global investing access.

Why it matters: The traction comes as India’s outbound investments rose 67% to USD 41.6 bn in FY 2025 and the INR weakened over 8% y-o-y, boosting demand for international investment prospects.

Haldiram’s adds Dubai outlet

Haldiram’s adds second Dubai outlet: India-based packaged food and quick-service restaurant Haldiram’s rolled out a new flagship outlet in Dubai, Trade Arabia reports. The launch marks Haldiram’s second outlet in the emirate after the company entered the market in 2025.

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