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Unveiling the high-powered ETSA 2026 jury; Zepto's profitability pushThe Economic Times Startup Awards (ETSA) is back for a 12th edition. Today, we announce the high-powered jury and nominations for two categ...- No need for fresh capital for five years: Shriram Finance CEO Parag SharmaParag Sharma expects the company, India's second-biggest non-bank lender by market value, to sustain 18-20% credit growth annually and main...
- From kirana to currency: Small towns are scrambling for dollarsSmall towns now lead India's foreign exchange demand, surpassing major cities. This shift indicates rising prosperity and global lifestyle ...
- Unveiling The Economic Times Startup Awards 2026 high-powered juryWe’re back with the 12th edition of The Economic Times Startup Awards (ETSA). However hectic it gets for the ETtech team, the thrill of sif...
- Hungary’s forgotten Soviet city still stands near Lake Balaton: The story of Szentkirályszabadja and its sudden Cold War disappearanceSzentkirályszabadja, once a bustling Soviet military town, now stands quietly near Lake Balaton, predominantly uninhabited. During the Cold...
- Morocco swapped scorching black asphalt for porous “sponge” pavement; the experimental surface ran up to 16°F cooler, offering cities a surprising new way to beat urban heatMorocco is testing permeable “sponge” pavement in selected urban areas of Marrakech and Agadir as cities look for ways to manage extreme he...
- Treat, not trick, data centre waterIndia faces a significant potable water shortfall while treating only a fraction of its sewage. Treated sewage, currently discharged into w...
- India’s ride-hailing industry weighs zero commission as drivers eye Rs 1.36 lakh moreNew research suggests ride-hailing drivers could earn significantly more annually. This shift is driven by open digital networks and zero-c...
- Uber, Rapido held talks to combine India ops; deal collapsed over control: sourcesUber and Rapido discussed merging their India ride-hailing operations in May, sources told us. Talks collapsed after disagreements over the...
- In 2018, the U.S. Air Force signed a 35-year lease for underused Mojave desert land. 8 years later, the site hosts 1.9 million solar panels, turning a historic aircraft testing ground into a massive renewable-energy hubIn 2018, the U.S. Air Force signed a 35-year lease for underused desert land at Edwards Air Force Base in California. What happened next wa...
- 50 military veterans write to PM Modi seeking intervention to save Delhi Gymkhana ClubRetired military officers have appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for intervention. They seek reconsideration of the Delhi Gymkhana C...
- Eternal helped you save time. Now it wants to help you spend itEternal’s District is betting India’s next consumer internet boom will come from helping people spend time outside home. As dining, shoppin...
- NTSE stalled since 2021: Parliamentary panel calls scheme's suspension a 'severe blow' to talent pipeline, flags financial approval delayThe National Talent Search Examination remains stalled since 2021, impacting gifted students. Parliamentary committee expresses dissatisfac...
- A battleship-shaped Japanese island was more than 17 times as densely populated as Tokyo in 1959; now it’s a ghost town you can’t explore aloneOnce alive with the bustle of over 5,000 residents, Hashima Island was a coal-mining powerhouse, renowned for its remarkable density and un...
- West Bengal plans Kolkata ring road, EM Bypass-New Town flyover to ease congestionThe West Bengal government plans a ring road and a new flyover for Kolkata. These infrastructure projects aim to ease traffic congestion an...
- Irish proverb of the day: “He who is not strong must be...” — inspiring life lessons on resilience, wisdom, adaptability, problem-solving, perseverance, confidence, and why intelligence often defeats raw strength from the timeless traditions of Irish folkloreToday's Irish Proverb of the Day brings timeless wisdom that still fits modern life: "He who is not strong must be clever." This powerful I...
- With 30% of its land below five meters, Singapore plans to build 800 hectares of new land in the seaSingapore plans to reclaim 800 hectares of land off its East Coast. This "Long Island" project will protect against rising sea levels and w...
- Quote of the Day by Keith Urban: “I don’t want to impress, I want to… – Inspiring lessons on authenticity, purpose, influence, leadership and why you should be the change you wish to see in the world by the Legendary musician known for his timeless performances and deep insights on passion and human connectionQuote of the Day by Keith Urban: Keith Urban’s quote, “I don’t want to impress, I want to inspire,” explores the importance of authenticity...
- Can chalk replace air conditioning? France is putting the idea to the testFrance is experiencing a surge in demand for crushed chalk as a cooling solution. This traditional cleaning powder is applied to windows, r...
- Quote of the Day by German Jewish philosopher Walter Benjamin: 'The true picture of the past flits by. The past can be seized only as...'- Inspiring life lessons on memory, past and why some moments can never be recreated by the man of lettersWalter Benjamin believed memories appear in brief flashes and cannot be perfectly recalled. His insights offer lessons on appreciating mean...
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