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56% of global business leaders expect disruptions to severely hit operations: KPMGA recent KPMG International report indicates that 56 percent of global business leaders anticipate severe disruptions affecting operations....
Climate finance, trade likely to be on COP31 tableCOP31, scheduled to occur in Antalya from November 9-20, will address significant climate finance and trade issues. Discussions include the...
How China's clean-tech machine is reshaping the global climate fightIn 2024, China took the lead as the top investor in global clean technology, directing $132 billion to developing nations to aid carbon red...
China's giant pandas make public debut at US zooGiant pandas Ping Ping and Fu Shuang have made their public debut at Zoo Atlanta after their arrival. The pandas were flown from Chengdu to...
EU and India conclude negotiations on association to Horizon Europe to push innovation tiesIndia and the European Commission have completed negotiations for India’s association with Horizon Europe. The agreement is expected to enh...
World leaders who sparred with Trump express relief mixed with caution at Republican election routWorld leaders welcomed the Democrats' gains in the US midterm elections, hoping the setback for Donald Trump's Republicans could ease tensi...
In 2024, Cornell researchers grew radishes and radicchio between solar panels near Albany; shade reduced light and crop biomass, with radishes more affectedIn a groundbreaking study, Cornell University researchers evaluated agrivoltaics in Albany, New York, focusing on crops like radishes and r...
KOSPI plunges 4% as Samsung, SK Hynix shares slideSouth Korea's KOSPI plunged over 4%, with Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix leading losses as semiconductor stocks tracked a sell-off in US ...
EAM Jaishankar discusses economic partnership, CETA with UK’s Burnham on CHOGM sidelinesS Jaishankar met UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham in Antigua and Barbuda for CHOGM 2026 discussions. They focused on strengthening economic p...
Tesla stocks tumble after Democrats win Congress; Musk's $500 million Republican backing leads to new stress test for Elon’s empireElon Musk's substantial political contributions to Republican candidates now face challenges after Democrats gained control of Congress. Hi...
South Carolina used 50 retired shipping containers to create two artificial reefs in 2005; the containers were prepared to provide shelter for marine lifeOff the coast of South Carolina, the innovative use of steel shipping containers as artificial reefs is becoming increasingly popular. By r...
70% of global business leaders report rising risk exposure amid AI, geopolitical disruptions: KPMGAccording to the report, 56% of respondents said external disruptions involving geopolitical, energy, cyber, trade or climate-related facto...
COP31: EU FTA on horizon, but India won't budge on CBAMIndia's environment minister Bhupender Yadav reaffirmed the country's opposition to trade-linked barriers at COP31. The upcoming negotiatio...
American companies brace for a pivot as US midterm elections get underwayUS midterms: Corporate America is anticipating a potential shifts in Washington's power dynamics. Analysts predict that a strong Democratic...
ITC Q2 net profit falls 20% as high taxes keep margins in checkITC reported a 20% decline in standalone net profit for the September quarter despite a 45% increase in revenue. The rise in cigarette taxa...
UK PM Burnham says he is 'open' to formal apology for slavery, but rules out reparationsBritish Prime Minister Andy Burnham expressed openness to a formal apology for Britain's role in slavery. He also suggested a structured di...
US trade deal will protect all sensitive Indian interests, says Piyush GoyalCommerce Minister Piyush Goyal said India’s trade deal with the US would protect sensitive interests, including those of farmers, and give ...
L&T flags inflation, geopolitical risks, leans on its capabilities to navigate global uncertaintyLarsen & Toubro reported a 33% profit increase for the second quarter, driven by strong order inflows. Infrastructure spending and reconstr...
EU can learn from India on cutting regulatory burden, says Piyush Goyal as Dutch minister rules out CBAM rethinkPiyush Goyal addressed the India-Netherlands Business Forum, highlighting India's deregulation efforts to reduce burdens on businesses. He ...
BRICS Parliamentary Forum: Om Birla says parliaments can ease global tensions, build trust among nationsOm Birla highlighted the essential role parliaments play in fostering cooperation and dialogue among nations. He spoke at the 12th BRICS Pa...