Psychology suggests people who keep the TV on in an empty house aren't simply avoiding silence; familiar voices can provide a sense of social presence that helps reduce feelings of isolationTurning on familiar TV shows when alone offers comfort. Research shows favorite programs act as social surrogates, fulfilling the fundament...
19 Jun, 2026, 06.24 PM IST
Insurers face margin pressure amid rising competition, costs; rural protection gap persists: ReportIndian insurers are feeling the pinch from fierce price wars and increasing operational expenses. To thrive, they must manage capital wisel...
17 Jun, 2026, 11.39 PM IST
Scientists just mapped 110 quadrillion kilometers of hidden fungal threads underground, weighing about five times all humans combinedVast underground fungal networks, stretching billions of times to the sun, exist in Earth's soil. These hyphae, finer than hair, weigh more...
16 Jun, 2026, 03.00 PM IST
India's telecom ARPU to grow 7% CAGR through FY29; narrowing tariff gap with global markets: ReportIndia's telecom sector is set for a multi-year growth phase. Average Revenue Per User (ARPU) is projected to grow at 7% annually from FY26 ...
16 Jun, 2026, 11.40 AM IST
Private banks remain in focus as credit growth strengthens; selectivity key amid valuation concerns: Dnyanada VaidyaPrivate sector banks are attracting investors with robust credit growth and stable asset quality. Experts anticipate a rate cycle shift, bo...
16 Jun, 2026, 11.37 AM IST
Talent shortage triggers AI adoption among insurersA shortage of trained insurance professionals is driving insurers to automate claims processing, underwriting, and customer onboarding. Thi...
16 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
US-Iran peace deal brings relief, but India turns to a risk at homeIndia just got a near-term macroeconomic breather from a US-Iran peace deal. However, early monsoon weakness and potential El Niño conditio...
15 Jun, 2026, 04.58 PM IST
The old health insurance model sees hospitalisation as an inconvenience, says Narayana Health's Viren Prasad Shetty; bets on managed care modelIt has been close to two years since Narayana Health’s wholly owned subsidiary, Narayana Health Insurance—which has adopted a ‘managed heal...
15 Jun, 2026, 11.11 AM IST
Elon Musk’s $1,100,000,000,000 net worth exceeds combined fortunes of Page, Brin, Bezos, Ellison & Dell; Here’s what the global rich list looks like nowElon Musk net worth: Elon Musk's net worth has surged to approximately $1.1 trillion, driven by SpaceX's valuation reaching $2.2 trillion a...
13 Jun, 2026, 03.16 PM IST
South Africa's Drakensberg grasslands still look the same, but farmers say droughts, heatwaves, and disease are quietly changing what the land can supportDrought and heatwaves are decimating sheep flocks in South Africa's Drakensberg mountains, threatening the livelihoods and cultural identit...
11 Jun, 2026, 06.54 PM IST
Adani Power or NTPC? Macquarie initiates coverage on 3 power stocks, hikes target prices for 3 othersAs rising temperatures drive electricity demand across India, Macquarie sees the power sector entering a broad regulatory and operational r...
11 Jun, 2026, 11.59 AM IST
8th Pay Commission latest news: Railway pensioners' body demands one rank one pension, inflation-linked pension revisionRetired railway employees are urging the 8th Pay Commission to implement one rank one pension. They also demand a revision of basic pay and...
09 Jun, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
Textile stocks to rally? Emkay sees sector at inflection point to regain lost glory, initiates 'Buy' call on 3 stocksIndia’s textile sector is nearing an inflection point and could regain lost global market share, according to Emkay Global. The brokerage i...
08 Jun, 2026, 12.51 PM IST
Maternity cover in group health insurance plans: Why outdated limits leave employees paying more out of pocketOne of the biggest advantages of a group policy is the waiver of the maternity waiting period. In individual policies, maternity typically ...
08 Jun, 2026, 11.58 AM IST
World's most contagious disease detected in California wastewater: Key signs of virus and symptoms you should watchMeasles outbreak: California health officials are alarmed by the detection of measles in wastewater, coinciding with the state's worst outb...
07 Jun, 2026, 08.55 AM IST
Can Elon Musk do to US telecom what Mukesh Ambani did in India?Elon Musk's Starlink is poised to disrupt American telecom giants like AT&T and Verizon. Analysts believe Starlink could change how connect...
05 Jun, 2026, 09.24 PM IST
India insurance market to grow 10.7% annually over next decade, fastest among major markets, says AllianzIndia's insurance market is set for rapid expansion, becoming the world's fastest-growing. Projections show significant annual growth over ...
03 Jun, 2026, 05.51 PM IST