Quote of the day by Paul Krugman: 'I think so long as fossil fuels are cheap, people will use them and it will...' - powerful quote by Nobel Prize-winning economist teaches inspiring life lessons on change, innovation and how cheap energy can slow the shift to new technologyQuote of the day by Paul Krugman: Economist Paul Krugman highlights cost as a key factor in energy transitions. He argues cheap fossil fuel...
24 Aug, 2026, 10.08 PM IST
IPC plans Rs 83,480 crore investment in Karnataka: MB PatilIn a bold move, Luxembourg's Innovation Platform Capital reveals a major investment plan of Rs 83,480 crore in Karnataka, targeting advance...
24 Aug, 2026, 08.34 PM IST
Finance Minister to leave for 8-day official trip to Canada, US; focus on deepening bilateral tiesFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will visit Canada and the United States for economic discussions. She will participate in the G20 Finan...
24 Aug, 2026, 05.21 PM IST
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal leads 200-member business delegation to Japan, to push trade, investmentCommerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will lead a 200-member business delegation to Japan from August 24-27 to boost bilateral trade ...
24 Aug, 2026, 01.30 PM IST
ET World Leaders Forum: Global business rewires for a world of geopolitics, AI and energy shiftsGlobal business executives recognize a significant shift in globalization, focusing now on security and resilience over mere efficiency. Th...
24 Aug, 2026, 01.06 AM IST
India-Japan business mission to focus on semiconductors, electronics; MoUs expected during visit: FICCIIndia and Japan will enhance cooperation in semiconductors and electronics. Memorandum of Understandings are expected during the ongoing bu...
23 Aug, 2026, 04.08 PM IST
Aquarius (Kumbha Rashi) Weekly Horoscope | August 22 – August 28, 2026: Innovation, Stability, and Purpose Lead You Toward Meaningful SuccessAquarius, this week encourages you to believe in your unique ideas and remain focused on your long-term goals. While others may be distract...
22 Aug, 2026, 10.27 AM IST
Hardeep Puri hails Assam Hydrocarbon Policy as landmark initiative; policy comes into forceWelcoming the policy, Puri said the initiative would put the Northeast on the path of fast-paced development while helping unlock Assam’s u...
22 Aug, 2026, 12.27 AM IST
In 2023, Liz and Rich Muller founded Deep Fission to put working nuclear reactors underground. 4 years later, its Kansas pilot is targeting a 5-MW reactor by late 2027Kansas experiment represents something larger than one company’s attempt to reinvent the nuclear power plant. Deep Fission is testing wheth...
21 Aug, 2026, 09.31 PM IST
The Economic Times Startup Awards 2026: Nominees for Startup of the Year and Midas TouchThe 12th edition of The Economic Times Startup Awards (ETSA) is approaching. Our esteemed jury will convene in Bengaluru next week to pick ...
21 Aug, 2026, 07.42 PM IST
One of a Kind Awards: Honouring AI that solves problems beyond the hypeAt the One of a Kind Awards - for early stage startups, presented by The Economic Times and Cashfree Payments, the AI Innovator Award recog...
21 Aug, 2026, 06.36 PM IST
DPIIT inks MoU with PhonePe, Shell India to support startupsUnder its collaboration with DPIIT, PhonePe will provide DPIIT-recognised startups with a range of benefits, including transaction credits ...
20 Aug, 2026, 07.33 PM IST
In 2025, U.S. researchers developed an air-conditioning system that stores cooling in a salt solution; a Miami simulation projected a 93% cut in peak electricity demandInnovative air conditioning technology now harnesses the power of saltwater solutions to store energy. Developed by researchers at NREL, th...
19 Aug, 2026, 02.40 PM IST
In 2024, scientists built a window that kept a model house about 7°C cooler, without electricity or blocking the viewEngineers in South Korea have developed an innovative smart window that cools spaces sans electricity. This remarkable glass not only refle...
19 Aug, 2026, 02.10 PM IST
Ola Electric unveils Shakti energy storage portfolio for homes, businesses and gridsOla Electric celebrated India's Independence Day with the introduction of its Shakti energy storage series. This groundbreaking lineup inco...
17 Aug, 2026, 01.42 PM IST
Juniper Green Energy bags 230 MW SECI FDRE project at Rs 5.26 per unitJuniper Green Energy received a Letter of Award from SECI for a 230 MW renewable energy project. This project will provide round-the-clock ...
17 Aug, 2026, 12.22 PM IST
We will train 1 crore youth in AI skills over next year: PM ModiPrime Minister Narendra Modi, referring to India's recent AI Summit, announced a major initiative aimed at expanding AI skills among the co...
15 Aug, 2026, 02.38 PM IST