Examination system in crisis: The urgent need to shift focus from cost to capabilityRecent examination fiascos highlight a critical need to reform India's testing system. Current procurement practices favor low costs over e...
13 Jun, 2026, 01.03 AM IST
Higher ethanol mix tax cut a good driveIndia is rolling out incentives for petrol mixed with higher ethanol percentages, marking a significant step in its commitment to bolster e...
11 Jun, 2026, 11.11 PM IST
Psychology says deep thinkers aren't just processing more information than others; they're running a different decision-making system most people never access, one that quietly checks second-order consequences before the first answer even formsDeep thinkers may be perceived as indecisive, but they utilize a more deliberate cognitive process, as described by Daniel Kahneman's resea...
11 Jun, 2026, 03.12 PM IST
Xiaomi 17T review: Value smartphone done rightThe Xiaomi 17T strikes a balance between performance and camera capabilities, offering a well-rounded premium smartphone experience. While ...
08 Jun, 2026, 07.05 PM IST
Root cause: India’s spice crown under threat as quality concerns trace back to farmsFarm-level traceability, quality, value addition, and branding are key to converting export scale into global trust, according to experts.
08 Jun, 2026, 12.01 PM IST
Love samosa, pakoras and vada pav? FSSAI issues fresh warning on newspaper-wrapped street snacks. Here's why it could be riskyIndia's food safety regulator, FSSAI, has reissued a stern warning against using newspapers for wrapping, serving, or storing food like sam...
07 Jun, 2026, 12.36 PM IST
Stock picks of the week: 6 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 29%At a time when there are so many headwinds for the markets, it is tough to imagine that things can get better. But sentiment is a fickle th...
06 Jun, 2026, 06.56 AM IST
Credit guarantee scheme for MFIs still stuck in low gearBanks have received an aggregate loan demand of Rs 10,000-12,500 crore under the scheme, according to people familiar with the matter. Whil...
05 Jun, 2026, 12.55 AM IST
First IAEA report on Iran's nuclear programme since February shows little change despite warThe UN nuclear watchdog's latest report reveals no significant shifts in its assessment of Iran's nuclear activities. This comes after thre...
04 Jun, 2026, 10.13 PM IST
ET Prime Special Series: Multibagger or IBC - Curious case of one stock, two companies. Only one of them makes brakesOn paper this is a friction-material company. In practice, the larger force inside the company is an investment portfolio. The friction bus...
04 Jun, 2026, 11.48 AM IST
In 1987, a student set out to fix a Mac problem, but the code spiraled out of control, and he ended up creating PhotoshopA simple fix for a grayscale problem by Thomas Knoll led to the creation of Photoshop. His brother John saw its potential, and together the...
03 Jun, 2026, 02.44 PM IST
Mount Everest isn't Earth's highest point; scientists say another mountain beats itMount Everest is often called the tallest mountain. However, this depends on how you measure. Mount Chimborazo in Ecuador is farthest from ...
03 Jun, 2026, 02.42 PM IST
Psychology says students who get Exam Fever right before tests aren’t weak or unprepared but their minds are entering survival modeThe psychology behind exam fever reveals a strong connection between stress, self-worth, perfectionism, and emotional pressure. For many pe...
01 Jun, 2026, 02.41 PM IST
Stock picks of the week: 5 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 27% in 1 yearAfter the correction, the street will reach a stage where, if a company delivers numbers, there will be enough money waiting to move into t...
01 Jun, 2026, 01.29 PM IST
Rs 199 for a diet coke: How Q-commerce is capitalizing on India's canned drink deficitImported cans of Diet Coke, Coke Zero, 7 Up Zero Sugar and other soft drinks are being sold on quick commerce platforms at nearly five time...
28 May, 2026, 06.48 AM IST
Gas prices today May 27: Check daily average rates in California, Texas, Florida, New York, Washington, Hawaii, Oklahoma and moreUS national average gas prices saw a slight dip to $4.459 per gallon after a sharp rise for Memorial Day, the highest in four years. Signif...
27 May, 2026, 02.14 PM IST
India emerging as key APAC growth hub for AI talent and energy security: Colliers ReportIndia is emerging as a key growth engine in the Asia Pacific region. Driven by advancements in Artificial Intelligence and a strong demogra...
26 May, 2026, 12.48 PM IST