Contactless card payments on the rise as Indian shoppers swipe less, tap moreIndian shoppers are increasingly opting for contactless 'tap-and-pay' card transactions, with estimates suggesting they now account for up ...
11 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Zee puts FIFA World Cup behind paywall to grow subscriber baseZEE5 is offering dedicated FIFA World Cup subscription packs. Viewers will buy these packs directly. This strategy aims to boost ZEE5 subsc...
11 Jun, 2026, 01.08 AM IST
US-Iran war: Oil seen averaging at $105 per barrel in June, July as brent remains below $100 a barrelIran war impact: Oil prices are projected to average $105 per barrel in June and July. This forecast assumes continued Strait of Hormuz dis...
10 Jun, 2026, 11.58 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
Iran war fallout: Fuel use drops 6.5% in May; experts see warning signs for economyIndia's demand for transportation fuels and petroleum products is declining due to supply disruptions and higher prices stemming from the I...
10 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Life insurers' premium income up 19% in Apr-MayLife insurance premiums surged 19% to ₹62,581 crore in April-May, fueled by strong individual policy sales and improved retail demand post-...
10 Jun, 2026, 12.35 AM IST
IIT Hyderabad launches AI hub with JICA to boost Indo–Japan AI collaborationThe AI Innovation Hub at IIT Hyderabad, with JICA and Japanese partners, strengthens Indo–Japan AI collaboration by focusing on practical s...
09 Jun, 2026, 04.37 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
India Inc to dole out salary hikes of up to 10.2 pc across industries in FY27: ReportCorporate India anticipates salary increments between 8.6% and 10.2% this financial year, driven by demand for skilled talent in high-growt...
09 Jun, 2026, 12.22 PM IST
Wealth firm Nexedge Capital looking to close a $25 million funding round to be led by MiraeNexedge Capital, a wealth management firm for ultra-high-net-worth individuals, is nearing a $25 million funding round. South Korean firm M...
09 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Ficci proposes 700MW PHWR tech transfer framework to boost nuclear energy investmentIndian industry is pushing for a clear framework to license and transfer technology for indigenous 700MW PHWR reactors to private players. ...
09 Jun, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
Odd timing of FIFA matches may keep bars, restaurants from joining partyIndian sports bars and restaurants anticipate lower customer numbers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Unfavorable match timings, with late-nigh...
09 Jun, 2026, 12.35 AM IST
Insurance CEOs’ pay now linked to claims and customer grievances: What it means for policyholdersInsurance CEOs’ remuneration will now partly depend on how well they treat policyholders, from settling claims to resolving complaints. A t...
08 Jun, 2026, 12.03 PM IST
Reeling rupee drags students abroad deeper into debt at homeA weakening rupee is causing significant financial strain for Indian students pursuing education abroad. Loans sanctioned earlier are now i...
07 Jun, 2026, 06.27 AM IST
Rupee slide pushes overseas students back to lenders for top-up loansA significant rupee depreciation has forced Indian students studying abroad to seek top-up loans from lenders, as initial loan amounts fall...
07 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Ship operators urge clear rules to return Hormuz to normalIndustry leaders emphasized the need for a defined framework to ensure safe transit for vessels and seafarers, highlighting the current hig...
02 Jun, 2026, 10.40 AM IST
Industry expects policy continuity, faster execution under Shivakumar in KarnatakaExecutives from the technology, semiconductor and digital economy ecosystem said Karnataka’s long-standing strengths in talent, research an...
29 May, 2026, 06.01 AM IST