In 1903, a chemist noticed a dropped glass flask hadn’t shattered completely; it led to safety glass that still protects millions of people todayFrench chemist Édouard Bénédictus is credited with a pivotal role in developing laminated safety glass, a material that revolutionized how ...
19 Jun, 2026, 06.52 PM IST
Living in a flat? Govt may soon introduce a new certificate that could reveal whether your building is actually safe to live inThe Indian government is considering introducing durability certificates for buildings to address growing concerns over unsafe construction...
19 Jun, 2026, 01.39 PM IST
Bharat Forge defence arm partners with US-based AM General for artillery gunsKalyani Strategic Systems and AM General have formed a strategic partnership. They will develop mounted artillery gun systems for the globa...
18 Jun, 2026, 09.59 PM IST
Architect Labs raises $24 million to take on Broadcom, Marvell custom chip businessArchitect Labs has secured $24 million in seed funding. The company will leverage artificial intelligence to accelerate and simplify the de...
18 Jun, 2026, 06.34 PM IST
Quote of the day by Charles Ellis: "There’s an old market saying about stocks to the effect that they all go down together"Charles Ellis highlights how stocks often decline together during market stress, challenging the perceived safety of diversification. The p...
18 Jun, 2026, 06.00 PM IST
Archaeologists found a spiral catacomb beneath Alexandria, and it changed how they understood burial in Roman EgyptBelow the vibrant city of Alexandria, the enigmatic Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa unfold, revealing a fascinating tapestry of Egyptian, Greek...
17 Jun, 2026, 05.01 PM IST
Family Trusts need a rethink: DPDP, PMLA rules collide with informal promoter structuresIndia's family businesses face a complex succession era due to evolving regulations and generational differences. Law firms like Veritas Le...
17 Jun, 2026, 02.59 PM IST
‘Civic sense, zero potholes, less honking, functional street lights’: Indian traveller in Bangkok shares simple things that Indian cities lackIndian cities often fall short on basic amenities like roads and waste management. A traveler's observations in Bangkok reveal a stark cont...
17 Jun, 2026, 02.58 PM IST
BMW rolls out MINI Countryman C locally with introductory price of Rs 47.5 lakhBMW Group India has launched the locally assembled petrol-powered MINI Countryman C at an introductory price of Rs 47.50 lakh. This move to...
17 Jun, 2026, 02.31 PM IST
JLR sets out path to double-digit revenue growth through greater propulsion flexibility, North America pushJaguar Land Rover is launching a new growth plan. The company will offer more engine choices, including electric and hybrid options, for it...
17 Jun, 2026, 02.01 PM IST
HCLTech bets big on sovereign AI with strategic investment in Sarvam AIHCLTech strategically invested $1.5 billion in Indian AI startup Sarvam AI, acquiring a 10.5% stake. This partnership aims to address enter...
17 Jun, 2026, 11.49 AM IST
JLR pivots to flexible powertrains amid slow pace of electrificationJaguar Land Rover is adjusting its strategy. The company will offer a mix of petrol, hybrid, and electric vehicles. This change comes after...
17 Jun, 2026, 12.54 AM IST
Adani’s Navi Mumbai and Guwahati airports named among Prix Versailles’ World’s Most Beautiful Airports 2026Adani Airports' Navi Mumbai International Airport and Guwahati's Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport Terminal 2 have earned a...
16 Jun, 2026, 09.12 AM IST
FTAs building a new trade architecture for Viksit BharatIndia is actively pursuing Free Trade Agreements to boost market access and shield its businesses. These agreements target complementary ec...
15 Jun, 2026, 08.06 PM IST
IPO Calendar: Two companies to launch public offers in a quiet week for the primary marketThe IPO market will see limited activity next week, with only two SME issues, Liotech Industries and Leapfrog Engineering, opening on June ...
14 Jun, 2026, 09.59 AM IST
Hurdles behind India's supertall buildings & vertical ambitionsIndia's urban growth is rapid, yet only one building crosses the 300-meter supertall mark. Fragmented regulations and infrastructure gaps h...
14 Jun, 2026, 12.41 AM IST
India advocates for rules-based order, diplomacy at ASEAN Regional Forum to tackle geopolitical challengesIndia highlighted the importance of the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) and backed dialogue to tackle geopolitical challenges at a senior offici...
10 Jun, 2026, 02.58 PM IST