• In a startling development, Marisela Nuno of Los Angeles has been indicted for allegedly frauding federal ...More

    In a startling development, Marisela Nuno of Los Angeles has been indicted for allegedly frauding federal programs out of $18 million. She purportedly submitted misleading information across various applications aimed at pandemic relief. Currently facing three wire fraud charges and one related to money laundering, Nuno risks a lengthy prison term if convicted. The investigation into her actions underscores the serious issue of pandemic relief fund exploitation. ...Less

  • Dolly Parton's philanthropy was deeply influenced by her childhood experiences and her father's struggles ...More

    Dolly Parton's philanthropy was deeply influenced by her childhood experiences and her father's struggles with literacy. She established the Imagination Library in 1995 to promote reading among children, providing over 330 million books. Her educational initiatives also targeted high school graduation rates, significantly decreasing local dropout rates. Parton contributed to disaster relief efforts after wildfires in Tennessee and funded COVID-19 vaccine research. ...Less

  • The 2026 Nobel season is set to reveal the winners of various prestigious awards, starting with medicine. ...More

    The 2026 Nobel season is set to reveal the winners of various prestigious awards, starting with medicine. The medicine prize is anticipated to acknowledge research on appetite-regulating hormones related to weight-loss drugs. Alongside this, other fields such as skin regeneration and immunology are also potential candidates for recognition. The peace prize is expected to generate significant interest due to last year's controversial winner. ...Less

  • R Mukundan, managing director of Tata Chemicals, said companies should analyse their international compet ...More

    R Mukundan, managing director of Tata Chemicals, said companies should analyse their international competitors’ supply chains and see what new places could be occupied. “This is a once in a lifetime opportunity,” he said. ...Less

  • India faces a sharp decline in government revenues and economic growth for at least two quarters as the c ...More

    India faces a sharp decline in government revenues and economic growth for at least two quarters as the coronavirus hits economic activity and a fall in investor sentiment impacts privatisation plans, government and industry sources said. ...Less

  • Based on assessments made by different analysts and industry body Ficci, here is an impact analysis in he ...More

    Based on assessments made by different analysts and industry body Ficci, here is an impact analysis in healthcare sector. ...Less

  • FSDC, an apex body of regulators formed by the government, is yet to get involved in the discussions. ...More

    FSDC, an apex body of regulators formed by the government, is yet to get involved in the discussions. ...Less

  • The 24th edition of Aon's annual Salary Increase Survey in India shows that while e-commerce and professi ...More

    The 24th edition of Aon's annual Salary Increase Survey in India shows that while e-commerce and professional service firms are expected to give a 10% hike this year, transport and logistics sector, at 7.6%, ranks the lowest in terms of projected salary hikes for 2020. ...Less

  • People studying overseas and those on short trips abroad are returning to India ahead of time. Airlines a ...More

    People studying overseas and those on short trips abroad are returning to India ahead of time. Airlines aren’t sure about the impact of the visa curbs. Delta has announced a cut in New York-Mumbai services from five a week to four between April and October. ...Less

  • Coronavirus impacts Surat's diamond trade

    “The migrant workers are going to their hometowns to keep their families. They are taking 10 or 15-day br ...More

    “The migrant workers are going to their hometowns to keep their families. They are taking 10 or 15-day breaks and they will definitely return. Nearly 20 per cent to 25 per cent workers have left. But this is a temporary thing,” said Dinesh Navadiya, regional chairman (Gujarat), GJEPC. ...Less

  • Coronavirus impact on India's retail sector

    Emkay Global says the fall in crude prices and moderating agri-input prices should drive margin gains for ...More

    Emkay Global says the fall in crude prices and moderating agri-input prices should drive margin gains for most staples. ...Less

  • Coronavirus impact on India's pharma sector

    The Indian pharma industry has been a world leader in generics both globally and in domestic markets. ...More

    The Indian pharma industry has been a world leader in generics both globally and in domestic markets. ...Less

  • Coronavirus' impact on India's auto sector

    COVID-19 led to supply chain disruptions and production halt in the latter half of March 2020. ...More

    COVID-19 led to supply chain disruptions and production halt in the latter half of March 2020. ...Less

  • Coronavirus impacts tourist bookings in Ladakh

    Ladakh, known as the cold desert, is a famous international tourist destination attracting large number o ...More

    Ladakh, known as the cold desert, is a famous international tourist destination attracting large number of visitors especially interested in mountain expeditions and longer solitary stays. In 2019 also, there was dip in tourist arrivals in Ladakh due to Lok Sabha election, erratic flight services and late opening of Leh-Manali highway. ...Less

  • Coronavirus impact: How we forgot and rediscovered our balconies

    Juliet stood on her balcony to see and be seen by Romeo. When a new Pope is elected he stands on a balcon ...More

    Juliet stood on her balcony to see and be seen by Romeo. When a new Pope is elected he stands on a balcony in the Vatican for the world to see him and for him to bless the world. ...Less

  • Coronavirus impact may render 3.8 crore people jobless in tourism, hospitality sector

    The Federation of Associations in Indian Tourism & Hospitality (FAITH) also said there should be a suppor ...More

    The Federation of Associations in Indian Tourism & Hospitality (FAITH) also said there should be a support fund for twelve months to support basic salaries with "direct transfer" to the affected tourism employees. "As a result of this pandemic, Indian tourism industry is looking at pan India bankruptcies, closure of businesses and mass unemployment," FAITH said in a letter to PM Modi. ...Less

  • Consumer cos may see weaker topline on margin pressure: JP Morgan

    The financial services firm's online survey of 400 people indicated weaker incomes, deferred spending int ...More

    The financial services firm's online survey of 400 people indicated weaker incomes, deferred spending intentions and increased online activity. ...Less

  • Tourism sector comes to a standstill as quarantine fears loom

    With India temporarily suspending visas to people from China and those who visited China due to coronavir ...More

    With India temporarily suspending visas to people from China and those who visited China due to coronavirus outbreak, restrictions on travellers from several other affected countries, and fresh cases emerging in Europe and the US, leisure and business travel, both incoming and outgoing, has taken a hit. ...Less

  • 7 ways to deal with the massive change in your career caused due to the second wave of the pandemic

    Apart from staying safe in the pandemic, what’s your cash flow status if you lose your job? Create a cash ...More

    Apart from staying safe in the pandemic, what’s your cash flow status if you lose your job? Create a cash reserve through liquid savings, a job/income insurance plan, and access to instant financial support through friends/ lenders. ...Less

  • Coronavirus scare takes a big toll on sales of Chinese goods: CAIT

    As per estimates by apex body CAIT, Holi related Chinese goods worth about Rs 500 crore is lying with imp ...More

    As per estimates by apex body CAIT, Holi related Chinese goods worth about Rs 500 crore is lying with importers in Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and Chennai, while another Rs 3,000 crore worth of Chinese goods are lying in supply chain. The CAIT said consumers are also refraining in visiting markets due to the Corona scare resulting in further loss in business. ...Less

  • Coronavirus impact: This vegetable is selling costlier than chicken

    Coronavirus impact: This vegetable is selling costlier than chicken ...More

    Coronavirus impact: This vegetable is selling costlier than chicken ...Less

  • Indian textile and apparel industry to be affected due to coronavirus attack in China: CMAI

    A release issued by the association on Thursday said that the prevailing situation in China along with th ...More

    A release issued by the association on Thursday said that the prevailing situation in China along with the uncertainty of production commencing is posing a major issue for Indian manufacturers who are dependent on supply of raw materials from China. ...Less

  • Coronavirus impact: Evidence mounts that the global recession is already here

    The whole system -- the whole aggregate of supply chains has been rocked quite significantly. ...More

    The whole system -- the whole aggregate of supply chains has been rocked quite significantly. ...Less

  • FII selling, coronavirus uncertainty behind rupee turmoil: Mahendra Jajoo

    Concern over the inability to predict coronavirus impact topped with selling by FPIs led to this uncertai ...More

    Concern over the inability to predict coronavirus impact topped with selling by FPIs led to this uncertainty in the currency market, says CIO- Fixed Income, Mirae Asset Investment Managers. ...Less

  • Coronavirus Impact: Internet crawls as usage surges

    A surge in data consumption during the ongoing lockdown due to the Covid-19 virus outbreak has caused int ...More

    A surge in data consumption during the ongoing lockdown due to the Covid-19 virus outbreak has caused internet speeds to fall steeply, two separate studies by speed testing firms showed. ...Less

  • Coronavirus: How it impacts your money

    As trade and commerce get disrupted, Indian companies are likely to feel the heat as well. ...More

    As trade and commerce get disrupted, Indian companies are likely to feel the heat as well. ...Less

  • Coronavirus impact: Ministry of Defence defers capital acquisition deadlines to June

    The ministry is set to start working at full strength from Monday, with all officials told to report to o ...More

    The ministry is set to start working at full strength from Monday, with all officials told to report to office, taking adequate precautions like wearing of masks and maintaining social distancing. ...Less

  • Coronavirus curbs impact Army formations

    Extension of leave for soldiers and placing those who recently returned on quarantine have created a shor ...More

    Extension of leave for soldiers and placing those who recently returned on quarantine have created a shortage of manpower that is affecting the turnover of troops for daily, security and administrative duties. While this is also affecting the training routines of troops, reduction in attendance at the headquarters is set to slow down other work as well, said officials. ...Less

  • How the coronavirus crisis will impact workspaces

    In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, the world is changing rapidly. From masks becoming a fashion acc ...More

    In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, the world is changing rapidly. From masks becoming a fashion accessory, to social distancing becoming the norm, our culture is being impacted in multiple subliminal ways. Our workplaces are not far behind. ...Less

  • Coronavirus: Despite disruption and confusion, Covid-19 may push societies to change attitudes

    Cancelled flights. Crackdown on trade in wild animals. Mount Everest closed to climbers. Early impact in ...More

    Cancelled flights. Crackdown on trade in wild animals. Mount Everest closed to climbers. Early impact in developed, high-consumption countries. Even earlier impact in China, which supplies these high-consumption societies. ...Less

  • Seed supply woes may hit vegetable availability

    While the seed industry is trying to take help of the postal department to dispatch high value low volume ...More

    While the seed industry is trying to take help of the postal department to dispatch high value low volume vegetable seeds from a handful of production areas to the rest of the country, farmers across the country seem to be reluctant to sow vegetable seeds after seeing much of their crop rot in the fields. ...Less

  • COVID-19: Govt's scientific advisor issues manual for homemade masks, says they are 70% effective

    Reducing the chances of inhaling the virus by wearing a protective mask cleaned thoroughly using a combin ...More

    Reducing the chances of inhaling the virus by wearing a protective mask cleaned thoroughly using a combination of approaches that use heat, ultraviolet light, water, soap and alcohol, will be vital to stopping its spread, the manual states. ...Less

  • Coronavirus impact: Supreme Court to conduct hearings via video conferencing from today

    In a first, the judges and lawyers appearing before them will be in separate rooms. The judges will be si ...More

    In a first, the judges and lawyers appearing before them will be in separate rooms. The judges will be sitting in their rooms, while the lawyers will argue from a designated room in the court complex. ...Less

  • Coronavirus impact: Tata CEOs to review 2021 business plans

    Covid-19 pandemic has severely impacted Tata's key overseas markets in Europe, the US, UK, China & UAE. ...More

    Covid-19 pandemic has severely impacted Tata's key overseas markets in Europe, the US, UK, China & UAE. ...Less

  • How Coronavirus impacted the wealth of rich people around the world

    How Coronavirus impacted the wealth of rich people around the world ...More

    How Coronavirus impacted the wealth of rich people around the world ...Less

  • Coronavirus impact: You can move these money transactions online

    In an atmosphere of a pandemic and panic, a good way to protect your personal finances is to shift and mo ...More

    In an atmosphere of a pandemic and panic, a good way to protect your personal finances is to shift and monitor them online, which many have already done. Investors can move these financial transactions online to deal with coronavirus impact. ...Less

  • Holi 2020: Coronavirus impacts Holi celebrations across India

    Holi 2020: Coronavirus impacts Holi celebrations across India ...More

    Holi 2020: Coronavirus impacts Holi celebrations across India ...Less

  • Coronavirus impact: MG Motor February retail sales take hit due to component supply constraints

    MG Motor India on Sunday reported retail sales of 1,376 units in February, hit by component supply constr ...More

    MG Motor India on Sunday reported retail sales of 1,376 units in February, hit by component supply constraints from coronavirus hit-China and other locations. ...Less

  • Impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the world economy and how India is placed

    As the world is undergoing the impact of Coronavirus, the IMF has revised its global GDP growth estimate. ...More

    As the world is undergoing the impact of Coronavirus, the IMF has revised its global GDP growth estimate. ET Wealth studies how India is placed in this scenario. ...Less

  • Delays in conducting examinations can impede admission chances

    Academic institutions are likely to be hit with less admission this year. ...More

    Academic institutions are likely to be hit with less admission this year. ...Less

  • Govt ready with whole toolkit to deal with coronavirus disruptions: Sanjeev Sanyal

    Sanjeev Sanyal said the coronavirus outbreak needs more than a mere monetary response. ...More

    Sanjeev Sanyal said the coronavirus outbreak needs more than a mere monetary response. ...Less

  • Impact of Covid-19 will be felt more on SMEs: Sanjeev Prasad, Kotak Institutional Equities

    Global economies may feel the impact of Covid-19 for a longer period of time even if there is a decline i ...More

    Global economies may feel the impact of Covid-19 for a longer period of time even if there is a decline in number of new cases, or a discovery of a vaccine against the virus, said Sanjeev Prasad, co-head, Kotak Institutional Equities. In an interview with Sanam Mirchandani, Prasad said investors would prefer owning large-cap stocks and betterquality companies than investing in the broader market. Edited excerpts: ...Less

  • Roaring commodity demand is pushing shipping rates higher, and the rally isn’t over

    Rising demand for everything from soybeans to steel has sent the cost of hauling dry goods soaring more t ...More

    Rising demand for everything from soybeans to steel has sent the cost of hauling dry goods soaring more than 50% this year. ...Less

  • South Korea confirms 52 more coronavirus cases, total 156

    More than 80 members of Shincheonji have now been infected, starting with a 61-year-old woman who develop ...More

    More than 80 members of Shincheonji have now been infected, starting with a 61-year-old woman who developed a fever on February 10 but attended at least four church services before being diagnosed. ...Less

  • Impact of coronavirus on Indian tourism could run into thousands of crores of rupees

    According to industry chamber CII, this is the one of the worst crises ever to hit the Indian tourism ind ...More

    According to industry chamber CII, this is the one of the worst crises ever to hit the Indian tourism industry impacting all its geographical segments - inbound, outbound and domestic, almost all tourism verticals - leisure , adventure, heritage, MICE, cruise, corporate and niche segments. ...Less

  • Covid-19 paints a depressing picture for film industry

    ET has learnt from interactions with big producers and trade analysts that the losses because of postponi ...More

    ET has learnt from interactions with big producers and trade analysts that the losses because of postponing of release of the films or shooting of under-production films could be in the range of Rs 200-250 crore for the next two-three months. ...Less

  • Coronavirus: Indian nationals on board Diamond Princess Cruise ship brought back

    Out of the total 138 Indian nationals originally on-board the Diamond Princess, 16 Indian crew members ha ...More

    Out of the total 138 Indian nationals originally on-board the Diamond Princess, 16 Indian crew members have tested positive for Coronavirus-2019 (COVID-19) and are receiving necessary medical care and treatment at onshore medical facilities in Japan. ...Less

  • Big-ticket expat hirings stuck, all joining dates rescheduled

    Expat hiring will get pushed out at least temporarily, including for OCI cardholders, experts say. ...More

    Expat hiring will get pushed out at least temporarily, including for OCI cardholders, experts say. ...Less

  • Coronavirus: Surat diamond industry stares at Rs 8,000 cr loss

    The Surat diamond industry is likely to face a loss of around Rs 8,000 crore in next two months as Hong K ...More

    The Surat diamond industry is likely to face a loss of around Rs 8,000 crore in next two months as Hong Kong, which is a major export destination, has declared a state of emergency due to the coronavirus outbreak in China, say experts. Hong Kong is a major business hub for the Surat diamond industry. ...Less

  • PM, other top BJP leaders to stay away from Holi gatherings due to Coronavirus concerns

    "Experts across the world have advised to reduce mass gatherings to avoid the spread of COVID19 Novel Cor ...More

    "Experts across the world have advised to reduce mass gatherings to avoid the spread of COVID19 Novel Coronavirus. Hence this year, I have decided not to participate in any 'Holi milan' programme," the PM tweeted. This year, Holi is on March 10. ...Less

  • Commerce, trade, travel going to grind to a halt globally: Vandana Hari

    All hell has broken loose. The oil market was already in ICU, says Vanda Insights Founder. ...More

    All hell has broken loose. The oil market was already in ICU, says Vanda Insights Founder. ...Less

  • Truckmaker Volvo to put all 20,000 Swedish staff on temporary lay off-scheme

    Truckmaker AB Volvo announced a temporary lay-ff scheme starting next week as it plans to close it's whol ...More

    Truckmaker AB Volvo announced a temporary lay-ff scheme starting next week as it plans to close it's whole production system in the country. ...Less

  • Coronavirus: Bank of America says global economy already in recession

    On Wednesday, the Wall Street brokerage Bank of America Securities had projected global growth at 2.2 per ...More

    On Wednesday, the Wall Street brokerage Bank of America Securities had projected global growth at 2.2 per cent, which was lowered to only 40 basis points (bps) on Thursday, shaving down 180 bps and on Friday, it said the global economy is in recession. ...Less

  • Air travellers from Italy, South Korea to carry medical certificate

    The new measures come amid 29 people, including 16 Italian tourists, tested positive for coronavirus till ...More

    The new measures come amid 29 people, including 16 Italian tourists, tested positive for coronavirus till Wednesday. The list includes the first three cases in the country from Kerala last month. ...Less

  • Dollar takes a back seat as markets bet on Fed rate cuts

    The euro last traded 0.3 per cent firmer at a month-high of $1.059. ...More

    The euro last traded 0.3 per cent firmer at a month-high of $1.059. ...Less

  • New study suggests immunity against novel coronavirus may last for over eight months

    The researchers found that virus-specific antibodies do persist in the bloodstream months after infection ...More

    The researchers found that virus-specific antibodies do persist in the bloodstream months after infection. ...Less

  • Why are analysts & economists unruffled by Covid second wave

    India’s daily Covid count on Wednesday crossed the 50,000 mark for the first time since November 6. ...More

    India’s daily Covid count on Wednesday crossed the 50,000 mark for the first time since November 6. ...Less

  • Great Depression? Economists warn coronavirus’ impact will be severe

    A 2008-like financial contagion is not yet priced into this market, say experts. ...More

    A 2008-like financial contagion is not yet priced into this market, say experts. ...Less

  • Gold rises on Fed measures to combat coronavirus impact

    US gold futures gained 0.8 per cent to $1,538 an ounce. ...More

    US gold futures gained 0.8 per cent to $1,538 an ounce. ...Less

  • Dollar strengthens, boosted by worries over coronavirus impact

    The dollar index, which measures the greenback's strength against a basket of six other major currencies, ...More

    The dollar index, which measures the greenback's strength against a basket of six other major currencies, rose about 1.0% to 101.76. ...Less

  • Indian Hotels says coronavirus impact will be clear in March

    Chhatwal said the company would be able to brief on the impact on business in March. ...More

    Chhatwal said the company would be able to brief on the impact on business in March. ...Less

  • Coronavirus impact: Hyundai temporarily suspends operations in Chennai

    “Hyundai Motor India is a responsible and caring brand. The safety, health and hygiene of its employees, ...More

    “Hyundai Motor India is a responsible and caring brand. The safety, health and hygiene of its employees, customers, business partners and the communities is of utmost priority in every situation”, the company said in a statement. ...Less

  • Coronavirus Impact: Infosys suspends promotions and salary hikes

    The country's second-largest IT services player, however, said it would honour all new job offers. ...More

    The country's second-largest IT services player, however, said it would honour all new job offers. ...Less

  • Coronavirus: Appliance makers may discuss impact on industry

    "We are having an industry meeting on February 6 and we may discuss this and take it forward," said CEAMA ...More

    "We are having an industry meeting on February 6 and we may discuss this and take it forward," said CEAMA President Kamal Nandi. Nandi, who is also Godrej Appliances Business Head & Executive Vice President, further said that its Chinese suppliers has informed that they are going to open from February 10. ...Less

  • Coronavirus: A nightmare for parents of students studying abroad

    As the pandemic spreads, parents of students studying in Italy and other foreign countries are panic-stri ...More

    As the pandemic spreads, parents of students studying in Italy and other foreign countries are panic-stricken and trying to get their children home as the situation worsens, especially in European countries. ...Less

  • World’s biggest lockdown brings trucks to a standstill

    Daily movement of trucks has collapsed to less than 10% of normal levels, according to All India Motor Tr ...More

    Daily movement of trucks has collapsed to less than 10% of normal levels, according to All India Motor Transport Congress, an umbrella body of goods vehicle operators representing about 10 million truckers. Road transport accounts for about 60% of freight traffic in India and 87% of its passenger traffic, according to Road ministry. ...Less

  • Blue Star fears coronavirus may affect April production

    China supplies several components for air conditioners made in India. Shortage of these components could ...More

    China supplies several components for air conditioners made in India. Shortage of these components could affect AC production in India. "We are well stocked till the first week of April. But unless the supply from China is restored in the next couple of weeks, we could face a challenge in the production front after that," said C P Mukundan Menon of Blue Star. ...Less

  • World economy may shrink because of coronavirus: OECD

    In a special report on the impact of the virus, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development ...More

    In a special report on the impact of the virus, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development said Monday that the world economy is still expected to grow overall this year and rebound next year. But the OECD lowered its forecasts for global growth in 2020 by half a percentage point, to 2.4% - and said the figure could go as low as 1.5% if the virus lasts long and spreads widely. ...Less

  • India's jewellers brace for worst sales in 25 years amid coronavirus scare

    Purchases are estimated to plummet 30% in 2020 from the 690 tons last year. ...More

    Purchases are estimated to plummet 30% in 2020 from the 690 tons last year. ...Less

  • India's limited integration with global value chain insulates it from coronavirus impact: RBI Guv

    Over 3,000 people have been killed globally because of the epidemic. The comments from RBI Guv come days ...More

    Over 3,000 people have been killed globally because of the epidemic. The comments from RBI Guv come days after the RBI assuaged markets that it will do all it can to minimise the coronavirus impact. Das said central bank governors of the IMF's member countries had held a teleconference, where it was decided to have a globally coordinated response to the crisis. ...Less

  • Coronavirus impact: Mission critical IT-BPO staff can work from office

    Government services such as tax administration, egovernance, cloud operation, passport services; healthca ...More

    Government services such as tax administration, egovernance, cloud operation, passport services; healthcare and insurance-related processing; support to utilities such as gas, electricity, mobile network, broadband, etc and ecommerce services and support to banking and payment services have been identified as “essential services”. ...Less

  • India Inc seeks fiscal stimulus, moratorium on debt repayment to mitigate coronavirus impact

    India has already been facing growth deceleration, with GDP growth falling to 4.7% in 3rd quarter of FY20 ...More

    India has already been facing growth deceleration, with GDP growth falling to 4.7% in 3rd quarter of FY2020. ...Less

  • Coronavirus impact: Airbus plane deliveries halved as airlines scrounge for cash

    The company, based in France, said Thursday that its deliveries fell almost 50 per cent to 196, with reve ...More

    The company, based in France, said Thursday that its deliveries fell almost 50 per cent to 196, with revenue sliding almost 40 per cent to 18.9 billion euros. It said it was further scaling back production of its A350 long-haul jet, from six a month to five, after trimming from nine a month in April. ...Less

  • Coronavirus impact: Toyota Kirloskar sales dip 86 pc in May

    "We are conscious of the dealer business conditions in various parts of the country and we have been prio ...More

    "We are conscious of the dealer business conditions in various parts of the country and we have been prioritising production at our end as per dealer requirements, both in terms of quantity as well as the grades that they require," TKM Senior Vice President, Sales & Service, Naveen Soni said. ...Less

  • Luxury hotel in South India turns swimming pool into fish farm to recover losses

    The complex was forced to shut in March when a nationwide coronavirus lockdown was ordered. ...More

    The complex was forced to shut in March when a nationwide coronavirus lockdown was ordered. ...Less

  • Uncertainty looms as Covid-19 wreaks havoc on F1 2020 season

    The season-opening Australian Grand Prix, set to take place this weekend, was called off just hours befor ...More

    The season-opening Australian Grand Prix, set to take place this weekend, was called off just hours before its first practice session, after a member of the McLaren team tested positive for Covid-19, prompting the team’s withdrawal from the event. ...Less

  • China closures may leave e-commerce shelves empty

    The two largest web retailers are likely to see an impact on overall sales due to closure of factories in ...More

    The two largest web retailers are likely to see an impact on overall sales due to closure of factories in China. ...Less

  • The impact of lockdown to contain coronavirus spread explained

    Lockdown aims at mitigating the risk of contracting the infection through community spread. Although blan ...More

    Lockdown aims at mitigating the risk of contracting the infection through community spread. Although blanket shutdown has its own downsides, but it has effectively worked as a containment measure such as in China. Others have asked for a more targeted approach and not a blanket lockdown. ...Less

  • How bad is the impact of coronavirus on India's airlines?

    Aviation is among the worst-affected sectors amidst the Covid-19 crisis. ...More

    Aviation is among the worst-affected sectors amidst the Covid-19 crisis. ...Less

  • Farming sector will not be impacted by Coronavirus: Agriculture minister

    PM-KISAN ensures 100% funding from Government of India.Under the Scheme an income support of Rs.6000 per ...More

    PM-KISAN ensures 100% funding from Government of India.Under the Scheme an income support of Rs.6000 per year is provided to all farmer families across the country in three equal installments of Rs 2000 each every four months. ...Less

  • Coronavirus to have "substantial" impact on trade: WTO

    "The effects on the global economy are also likely to be substantial and will start to show up in the tra ...More

    "The effects on the global economy are also likely to be substantial and will start to show up in the trade data in the weeks to come," Roberto Azevedo told heads of delegations in a closed-door meeting in Geneva on Monday. ...Less

  • Lockdown puts rural economy under stress

    The prolonged lockdown along with rain and hailstorm in many regions has heightened rural distress, pushi ...More

    The prolonged lockdown along with rain and hailstorm in many regions has heightened rural distress, pushing anxious villagers to moneylenders — a situation which farm leaders say can trigger agitations and suicides unless farmers get quick relief. ...Less

  • Don't lay off employees: CII tells member companies

    Industry body CII president Vikram Kirloskar's remarks come against the backdrop of mounting concerns tha ...More

    Industry body CII president Vikram Kirloskar's remarks come against the backdrop of mounting concerns that companies, including in India, could resort to retrenchment due to sluggish demand and various restrictions in place to curb spreading of the coronavirus infection. ...Less

  • Prohibitory orders imposed in Rajasthan's Bhilwara after doctor tests positive for coronavirus

    As per the order, people are not allowed to come out of their homes and roam around. Business outlets and ...More

    As per the order, people are not allowed to come out of their homes and roam around. Business outlets and markets will remain closed. However, essential services outlets for daily use items will remain open from 7 am to 10 am and 5 am to 7 pm. The movement of light motor vehicles, heavy vehicles, public and private buses will remain banned in the city area. ...Less

  • Petrol, diesel demand slumps 66 pc in April; ATF down 90 pc as coronavirus eviscerates demand

    India had consumed 2.4 million tonnes of petrol and 7.3 million tonnes of diesel in April 2019. As much a ...More

    India had consumed 2.4 million tonnes of petrol and 7.3 million tonnes of diesel in April 2019. As much as 6,45,000 tonnes of ATF was used in that month last year. The collapse of demand in the world's third-biggest consumer during April comes on the back of worst fuel sales in more than a decade recorded in March 2020. ...Less

  • Coronavirus impact: Air India sale deadline extended by over a month

    The government, however, does expect to find bidders for Air India this time and is confident that the Co ...More

    The government, however, does expect to find bidders for Air India this time and is confident that the Coronavirus pandemic is unlikely to impact interest in Air India. ...Less

  • Women bear the brunt of Covid outbreak at the workplace, more likely to be furloughed and lose jobs as compared to men

    School closures during lockdown have exacerbated the situation because more women than men tend to care f ...More

    School closures during lockdown have exacerbated the situation because more women than men tend to care for children. ...Less

  • Exports of certain APIs, formulations put under restricted category amid coronavirus outbreak

    Paracetamol, Tinidazole, Metronidaxole, Vitamins B1, B6, B 12 included in the list. ...More

    Paracetamol, Tinidazole, Metronidaxole, Vitamins B1, B6, B 12 included in the list. ...Less

  • PM Modi sets up task force to assess coronavirus impact on economy

    The task force is expected to come out with concrete proposals very soon: V K Vijayakumar. ...More

    The task force is expected to come out with concrete proposals very soon: V K Vijayakumar. ...Less

  • Coronavirus impact: Indian auto makers may start getting Chinese supplies soon

    Chinese suppliers have prioritized shipments to large Indian automakers, industry sources said. ...More

    Chinese suppliers have prioritized shipments to large Indian automakers, industry sources said. ...Less

  • Labour shortage to delay crop harvest

    Apart from procurement, planting of cotton and summer ‘moong’ pulses is a challenge for farmers in Madhya ...More

    Apart from procurement, planting of cotton and summer ‘moong’ pulses is a challenge for farmers in Madhya Pradesh, UP, Haryana, Punjab and Rajasthan because of concerns of labour shortage as well as availability of fertilizers and seeds. ...Less

  • COVID-19: Andhra Pradesh govt identifies 133 'containment clusters' in 11 districts, sounds red alert

    The state nodal officer for COVID-19 Arja Srikanth said in a release that the government was taking all s ...More

    The state nodal officer for COVID-19 Arja Srikanth said in a release that the government was taking all steps to check the spread of the pandemic by tightening the lockdown restrictions. Thermal screening would be done at all the entry and exit points to the containment cluster and movement of all vehicles, including public transport, would be fully prohibited. ...Less

  • Indian economy 'remarkably unscathed' amid global coronavirus surge: Chinese media

    "The world's second-most populous country with 1.3 billion people had reported just over 130 coronavirus ...More

    "The world's second-most populous country with 1.3 billion people had reported just over 130 coronavirus cases and three deaths by Tuesday, in stark contrast to exploding numbers of cases around the world and despite its close proximity to massive virus clusters in Asia and a relatively unsophisticated public healthcare system," an article in the Global Times stated. ...Less

  • Covid-19: Donald Trump signs $100-billion relief package

    This package provides for free coronavirus testing for those who need it, sick pay and paid family leave, ...More

    This package provides for free coronavirus testing for those who need it, sick pay and paid family leave, and bolsters unemployment insurance for millions of Americans. ...Less

  • Hotels may see 20-40% fall in occupancy rates in Mar-May due to COVID-19: Report

    While the plunge in occupancy could be 30-40% for mid-scale and two-star hotels, the same for four-star h ...More

    While the plunge in occupancy could be 30-40% for mid-scale and two-star hotels, the same for four-star hotels and above categories could be 20-25% for the next three months beginning March -- which is peak season due to summer holidays and weddings, the report said, citing the increasing number of cities going under full or partial lockdowns. ...Less

  • Coronavirus outbreak: Stocks of medicines, staples shrink further

    Many companies were hopeful that Monday would be much better as various authorities were actively trying ...More

    Many companies were hopeful that Monday would be much better as various authorities were actively trying to smoothen the flow of essential items, but some industry executives bluntly said time was running out. ...Less

  • Covid-19 impact: Ed-tech companies reap dividend as schools, universities go online

    Online users who have enrolled with Simplilearn for courses on cyber security, Cloud, DevOps, AI and data ...More

    Online users who have enrolled with Simplilearn for courses on cyber security, Cloud, DevOps, AI and data sciences have jumped 15% in March. ...Less

  • Tractor industry evades Covid-19 bug, gets ready for next stage emission norm

    The sector, which hardly depends on imports from China as localisation levels of critical parts such as s ...More

    The sector, which hardly depends on imports from China as localisation levels of critical parts such as sheet metal, engines and transmission gear are close to 95%, seems to have, for a start, escaped the debilitating effect of the Covid-19 pandemic. ...Less

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