‘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
Is the Iran war just an energy shock - or a turning point?A potential U.S.-Iran peace deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could signal a watershed moment for global energy markets, moving beyond a ...
16 Jun, 2026, 06.41 AM IST
FIFA World Cup fever fuels cyber scamsCybercriminals are exploiting the FIFA World Cup, creating thousands of fake ticket portals, merchandise stores, and streaming sites to sca...
16 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Fragile Iran deal offers oil relief, but Hormuz risks remainA deal between the U.S. and Iran will reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz, easing global energy supply concerns. However, unresolved disputes...
15 Jun, 2026, 08.41 AM IST
Thanks, Trump-ji for the push we neededUS attempts to control advanced AI model exports face challenges. This may push nations like India to develop their own AI capabilities. In...
15 Jun, 2026, 12.26 AM IST
Awful Indian tourist? Why better travel etiquette matters more than everRecent incidents have seen Indian holidaymakers criticized for their noisiness and rowdiness in foreign lands, a scenario not unfamiliar in...
13 Jun, 2026, 12.28 AM IST
China learns to live on less fuel, to the relief of oil marketsChina's fuel demand has unexpectedly dropped significantly, with gasoline and diesel sales falling as consumers shift to electric vehicles ...
11 Jun, 2026, 02.50 PM IST
India's new drama is about the fight for your 1-minute attentionIndia streaming platforms microdramas: Platforms are rapidly adopting microdramas, short, vertically shot melodramas. These bite-sized show...
02 Jun, 2026, 01.30 PM IST
From lottery draws to fiscal spending, China broadens digital yuan footprintIn a series of measures, many revealed here for the first time, the People's Bank of China (PBOC) is giving banks policy incentives and beh...
30 May, 2026, 10.51 AM IST
FirstCry, Slice’s FY26 numbers; Nilekani’s Fundamentum eyes deeptech pushFirstCry parent cut its losses in the March quarter on tightened costs. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
26 May, 2026, 08.00 PM IST
Is Quad the Asian NATO or ocean foam? What Delhi meet revealsQuad foreign ministers met in Delhi focusing on practical cooperation. New initiatives target critical minerals, maritime surveillance, and...
26 May, 2026, 03.03 PM IST
Chinese proverb of the day: 'You cannot catch tiger cubs without...' Life lessons on success, courage, achievement and why is it crucial to take calculated risks to get remarkable rewardsChinese proverb of the day highlights the importance of courage, success, achievement and calculated risks in life. The ancient Chinese say...
26 May, 2026, 04.23 AM IST
Xi plays a masterful hand amid Trump’s chaos and Putin’s declineChinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin met in China, projecting unity against US dominance. They signed agreements ...
20 May, 2026, 09.51 PM IST
Chinese proverb of the day: 'The most highly praised woman is the one about whom...' Life lessons on peace, humility, controversy and why silence and control help in ensuring order in lifeChinese proverb of the day explains a traditional saying that values silence, humility, and social harmony. The proverb discusses historica...
20 May, 2026, 03.34 AM IST
Red carpet and red lines: Xi charmed Trump but gave up nothingWrapping up a two-day summit in Beijing, Trump has taken a step towards reducing tensions, but the gathering did not result in any major tr...
16 May, 2026, 06.15 AM IST
Chinese proverb of the day: 'The fox exploits the tiger's...' Life lessons on power, deception, leverage, intelligence, workplace politics and why proximity to a boss or leader to intimidate others may not work all the timeChinese proverb of the day explains the meaning of the idiom “The fox exploits the tiger’s ferocity.” The proverb teaches lessons about bor...
15 May, 2026, 06.25 PM IST
Quote of the day by Confucius: “Study the past if you would define the future” — Lessons on success mindset: Are you repeating hidden mistakes because you ignore the past, Confucius once warned?Today’s quote of the day by legendary Chinese philosopher Confucius feels strikingly relevant in an age obsessed with speed, trends, and in...
15 May, 2026, 08.56 AM IST