In 1930, a chemist was testing a rubbery polymer found it hardened the wrong way, and PVC moved into pipes, raincoats, and recordsA chemist named Waldo Semon sought rubber but found a stubborn polymer. His accidental discovery led to flexible PVC. This material, once d...
13 Jun, 2026, 12.23 PM IST
Big corporates plug into electric trucks as rising diesel and logistics expenses drive a rethinkIndian companies are rapidly investing in electric trucks. This shift is driven by fluctuating diesel prices and a focus on sustainability....
13 Jun, 2026, 01.07 AM IST
PL Capital cuts Nifty target to 26,449, lists 16 high conviction stock picksAmidst global market turmoil from the Iran-US war and El Nino, PL Capital lowered its Nifty 50 target to 26,449. The brokerage anticipates ...
12 Jun, 2026, 03.44 PM IST
These mid-cap stocks with ‘Strong Buy’ & ‘Buy’ recos can rally over 27%, according to analystsWe are in a phase in the US-Israel-Iran war where statements are made, then retracted. And, in a matter of just 48 hours, they are made all...
12 Jun, 2026, 12.49 PM IST
In 1905, an engineer was testing heatproof alloys and made a wire that would not burn out, and the electric toaster came into existenceA special metal alloy called nichrome, invented in 1905, made electric toasters possible. This alloy, a mix of nickel and chromium, could w...
10 Jun, 2026, 06.19 PM IST
As flagship costs rise, realme is betting on battery life with the new P4R 5GSmartphone makers are rethinking priorities due to rising component costs. Realme is stepping back from flagship devices to focus on user n...
10 Jun, 2026, 04.39 PM IST
Betting big on mid and smallcaps; largecaps most expensive on PEG basis, says Dinshaw IraniHelios Mutual Fund is shifting investments from large companies to mid and small companies. This move follows earnings growth trends where ...
10 Jun, 2026, 02.14 PM IST
AI demand to keep memory tight through 2027, chipflation to squeeze consumer hardware and cloud costsMemory storage is set to remain a structural bottleneck through 2027 as AI demand continues to absorb Dynamic Random-Access Memory (DRAM), ...
10 Jun, 2026, 12.49 PM IST
Chinese production continues despite tech transfer curbsChinese electronics companies are pushing ahead with their India expansion. Brands like Hisense, Haier, and Oppo are increasing local manuf...
10 Jun, 2026, 09.05 AM IST
CRISIL's Dharmakirti Joshi gives India a 7 out of 10 on growth durability; says private capex has the money but not the willIndia's economic growth remains strong and durable. Corporate India possesses robust financial health but lacks the confidence to invest. N...
09 Jun, 2026, 07.15 PM IST
In 1907, a paper company trying to salvage a shipment of tissue sent out stronger sheets, which led to the creation of paper towelsIn 1907, what began as a manufacturing mishap morphed into the revolutionary invention of paper towels. The unexpected resilience of tissue...
09 Jun, 2026, 05.31 PM IST
EV, FinTech jobs set to deliver biggest raisesIndian employees can anticipate salary increments of 8.6% to 10.2% in FY2026-27, with EV infrastructure, fintech, and healthcare sectors le...
09 Jun, 2026, 04.24 PM IST
China escaped middle income trap but India still stuck in it; 4 economists debate if 6.5% growth is enough for Viksit BharatIndia's economic growth rate is robust, but experts caution it may not be sufficient for significant wealth creation. A key concern is the ...
09 Jun, 2026, 02.07 PM IST
Allcargo Logistics expands tech-enabled distribution reachDriven by urbanization and digital commerce, the company is leveraging technology and an expanded nationwide network to improve inventory f...
09 Jun, 2026, 12.22 PM IST
India's electronics manufacturing boom faces 'scale without depth' hurdle: KPMGIndia's electronic manufacturing services market is set for substantial growth, projected to reach over $150 billion by FY30. This expansio...
08 Jun, 2026, 08.28 PM IST
The hidden Rs 9,000 crore business behind India’s water purifier boomIndia's water purifier market is evolving beyond just selling machines. Companies are now focusing on the lucrative service sector, includi...
08 Jun, 2026, 07.31 PM IST
Why experience alone is no longer enough in an AI-driven era of continuous learning and changeAs the pace of change accelerates across industries, professional success is no longer determined solely by years of experience but by the ...
05 Jun, 2026, 03.47 PM IST