Why UPI needs transaction feesA groundbreaking bill has been introduced that permits merchant discount rates on UPI transactions. This innovative change aims to enhance ...
06 Aug, 2026, 11.04 PM IST
Britannia Q1 Results: Profit rises 14% to Rs 593 crore on volumes, price riseIndia's Britannia Industries reported first-quarter profit below market expectations on Thursday, as higher expenses linked to the Middle...
06 Aug, 2026, 07.43 PM IST
India must manufacture clean-tech, not just consume it: Steel Minister KumaraswamyIndia's energy security now depends on manufacturing and resilient technology supply chains. The nation aims to become a global hub for cle...
06 Aug, 2026, 04.24 PM IST
AI adoption in finance hits 76%, governance and AI-centric operating models key to future edge: KPMGArtificial intelligence (AI) has reached an inflection point in finance, with 76% of organisations already using it in financial planning. ...
06 Aug, 2026, 01.06 PM IST
FY27 will be Vi’s year of execution, says Kumar Mangalam BirlaIn an exciting turn for Vodafone Idea, chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla has announced a critical new execution phase for the company. This dev...
06 Aug, 2026, 12.19 AM IST
Vodafone Idea needs tariff hikes to sustain network investments: Kumar Mangalam BirlaVodafone Idea's chairman emphasized the necessity of tariff adjustments for network investments. The company seeks Rs 45,000 crore funding ...
05 Aug, 2026, 10.44 PM IST
Overall insurance pie has not expanded as expected: HDFC Life MD and CEO Vibha PadalkarHDFC Life CEO Vibha Padalkar highlights intense competition and rising costs in open architecture. She believes credit life policies are vi...
05 Aug, 2026, 12.18 AM IST
This teen from Massachusetts has developed technology that turns footsteps or any movement into usable electricityA young student has developed an energy-harvesting system called VERDA. This technology captures power from everyday movements for cleaner ...
04 Aug, 2026, 08.21 AM IST
ITC's Sanjiv Puri says CPP acquisition marks 'defining milestone' for paper businessIn a social media post, Puri welcomed the CPP workforce to ITC, saying the integration brings together two enterprises with a shared commit...
03 Aug, 2026, 07.21 PM IST
Tea Board launches NCVET-approved tea tasting courses to build skilled workforceThe Tea Board of India has unveiled innovative skill development courses in tea tasting, authorized by NCVET. Designed to nurture a skilled...
03 Aug, 2026, 06.07 PM IST
This 13-year-old teen in Oregon has invented a device that could solve one of the biggest problems facing farmers and food securityA young student has created a device that converts air moisture into usable water. This invention offers a sustainable solution for farmers...
03 Aug, 2026, 12.30 PM IST
Handloom Hackathon 2.0 concludes at IIT Delhi, showcasing technology-led innovations for India's handloom sectorThe second edition of Handloom Hackathon 2. "Weaving Innovations" concluded successfully at the Foundation for Innovation and Technology Tr...
02 Aug, 2026, 01.25 PM IST
First tariff-free Scottish salmon shipment arrives in Bengaluru under UK-India CETAThe consignment of fresh farmed Scottish salmon, produced by Bakkafrost and imported by Bengaluru-based Sashimi Foods Private Limited, reac...
31 Jul, 2026, 11.32 PM IST
India needs enabling ecosystem for green trade, says Commerce SecretaryIndia's Commerce Secretary highlighted sustainability regulations in global trade. He stressed creating an ecosystem for industry to adopt ...
31 Jul, 2026, 10.50 PM IST
India climbs 25 places to 57th in global rankings on back of structural, pro-competitive reformsIndia's position in structural and global rankings has improved from 82nd to 57th as per a statement by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry.
31 Jul, 2026, 10.16 AM IST
India 25 notches up on global competitiveness indexIndia advanced 25 places to rank 57th globally in a competitiveness index. This improvement reflects sustained efforts in reducing market d...
30 Jul, 2026, 08.30 PM IST
How the Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme could make India a global electronics manufacturing hubIndia's new Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme prioritses scale and exports. This strategy aims to build a robust electronics manufacturing ...
30 Jul, 2026, 12.26 AM IST