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India Inc hikes prices, shrinks packs as Iran war squeezes marginsIndian businesses face mounting pressure from soaring oil, freight, and insurance costs. Companies are increasing prices and reducing produ...
Dry ice’s use, devised in India, pioneered culinary advancementsGases are vital for modern life. From cooling vaccines to preserving food, their impact is immense. An Indian doctor's early innovation wit...
Small packs make big gains as budgets shrink and costs riseWith inflation on the rise, Indian shoppers are favoring compact product packaging. This shift not only reflects changing consumer habits b...
Strong backing, but light touch: What is the RBI's rupee playbook?The Reserve Bank of India will let the rupee's value be set by the market. It will only step in if trading becomes too unstable. Simultaneo...
Fed's Warsh inherits economy increasingly squeezed by inflationNew Fed Chair Kevin Warsh faces a challenging economy. Rising inflation, fueled by the Iran war's impact on energy and goods, is squeezing ...
US Fed says Iran war driving 'moderate-to-strong' inflationUS inflation rose at a moderate to strong pace, driven largely by surging energy costs linked to the Iran war, the Federal Reserve said. Hi...
EU plans energy standards for data centres amid concerns over soaring power useThe European Union is set to introduce minimum energy efficiency standards for data centres. This move comes as data centre power consumpti...
AI, data centre boom powers these 9 stocks up to 477% in 2026. Can you still join the party?India's data centre industry is experiencing a multi-year growth phase, fueled by digitalization, cloud adoption, and AI demand. This surge...
MSMEs to bear bigger hit than large firms from West Asia conflict: CrisilThe ongoing crisis in West Asia has struck a harsh chord for Indian small enterprises, leaving them vulnerable to significant setbacks. Ant...
Bars, cafes step up to the crease with offers on IPL final nightDespite rising costs, restaurants and bars saw a surge in business during the IPL final. Bengaluru outlets reported full bookings, with som...
RMG cos reel from GST ruling; new-age firms’ costly rideHappy Friday! The Supreme Court’s latest GST ruling is the final blow for real-money gaming platforms after last year’s ban. This and more ...
Listed new-age internet firms brace for a costly ride as war clouds mathThe March quarter was largely stable for companies, with most firms reporting revenue growth in line with expectations and improving operat...
Energy use forcing rethink of AI chip design, TSMC saysAI's massive electricity needs are now driving chip development. Energy efficiency is becoming more critical than raw computing power. TSMC...
Further price hikes likely in food, personal care products as raw material costs rise: ReportPrices of everyday products are set to increase. Companies face rising raw material costs, leading to hikes and smaller product sizes. Food...
West Asia crisis may soon make everyday goods costlier in IndiaIndia faces a looming price hike on everyday goods as global commodity costs surge due to the West Asia conflict. Manufacturers are absorbi...
Petrol, diesel prices hiked by Rs 7.5 per litre since Iran war: Here’s how it will impact your daily lifeFuel prices are rising again, making travel and goods more expensive. This impacts transporters, supply chains, and household budgets. Oil ...
Lam Research opens Austria lab to advance chip packaging, cut costsLam Research has launched a new research lab in Salzburg, Austria. This facility will focus on advanced chip packaging technology. The goal...