China's booming gig economy masks job market pain, strains welfare systemHis story is increasingly common in China, where tens of millions are shifting from formal employment into the gig economy as meagre unempl...
07 Jul, 2026, 08.40 AM IST
Dior beats Chanel to dress Taylor Swift for wedding of the decadeChristian Dior has secured a major coup as Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce chose Haute Couture designs by Jonathan Anderson for their New Yor...
06 Jul, 2026, 04.11 PM IST
Sony’s digital-only PlayStation future sparks debate over game ownershipUnlike physical discs that can be traded, resold, or passed on, digital purchases are licences linked to user accounts. So is it really own...
02 Jul, 2026, 08.19 PM IST
Japan’s rush to India: The big story behind the Modi-Takaichi summitJapanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's India visit comes as Japanese investments accelerate across banking, manufacturing, infrastructure...
01 Jul, 2026, 04.53 PM IST
Sweet pills: How pharma stocks delivered bumper returns to Indian investors, defying 2026 whiplashIndian pharma stocks are outperforming the market, offering strong returns to investors. This resilience is driven by robust domestic deman...
11 Jun, 2026, 10.31 AM IST
India's biggest trade bet comes with six red flagsIndia may be adding more trade partners, but its latest FTA report card comes with several red marks. A new study by the Global Trade Resea...
09 Jun, 2026, 11.58 AM IST
Amit Khurana backs LTIMindtree, OFSS and eClerx as tactical betsAmit Khurana of Dolat Capital has upgraded India's IT sector, citing depressed valuations and rupee depreciation as key drivers. He believe...
04 Jun, 2026, 01.07 PM IST
Has China eaten Europe's lunch? A Brussels-Beijing battle is brewingEurope is adopting a tougher stance against China's industrial practices. A new strategy aims to protect European industries from unfair co...
26 May, 2026, 10.40 PM IST
India’s desi gaming startups tap culture and storytelling to break China’s grip on toy and board game marketIn the vibrant world of play, Indian board games and toys are experiencing a renaissance. Consumers are leaning towards locally inspired op...
24 May, 2026, 05.15 PM IST
Fuel price hikes, West Asia tensions push Indian businesses towards EV transitionRising crude oil prices are pushing India towards electric vehicles. Businesses are seeking stable operational costs. This shift is driven ...
23 May, 2026, 11.00 AM IST
Nifty to trade in 28,000–30,000 range in FY27 led by earnings: Smallcase managersSmallcase managers remain optimistic on India’s equity markets despite the Nifty declining over 9% this year, projecting the benchmark inde...
21 May, 2026, 04.18 PM IST
Challenging times for Indian auto even as long-term demand trends hold: Assocham's Nirmal MindaIndia's automotive industry is facing the dual challenge of escalating costs and uncertainties in global trade. Yet, the future looks good ...
20 May, 2026, 02.47 PM IST
Global Market: Hong Kong IPO boom draws rising interest from overseas companiesHong Kong's stock market is seeing more foreign companies file for listings. Firms from countries like Indonesia and South Korea are explor...
20 May, 2026, 09.58 AM IST
Global Market: China holds rates steady as markets await fresh stimulus signalsChina's central bank has kept its key lending rates unchanged for the twelfth month. This signals caution from policymakers despite signs o...
20 May, 2026, 09.26 AM IST
Why are gold and silver prices down today, and will precious metals decline or rise again in near future? Full market explainer on precious metals outlookWhy are gold and silver prices down today, and will precious metals decline or rise again in near future? Gold prices stayed steady while s...
14 May, 2026, 12.35 PM IST
Alibaba to integrate Qwen AI with Taobao, launch agentic shopping, source saysAlibaba is set to launch a new way to shop. Its AI platform Qwen will connect with Taobao. Consumers can chat with the AI to find and buy p...
10 May, 2026, 10.15 AM IST
Chinese proverb of the day: “A fall into a ditch makes you wiser” — or simply, “A fall into a pit, a gain in your wit.” Learn how this powerful proverb shows that every mistake sharpens your mind, builds resilience, and turns life’s hardest falls into....What a Chinese Proverb teaches us about failure, resilience, and the mind that grows: Every civilisation has tried to explain why suffering...
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