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Direct Centre to legally back MSP: Farmer unions urge SC

A parliamentary standing committee has called legal backing for MSP \"essential\"

America's chip war with China will spread

In the continuing chip war between Washington and Beijing, the U.S. has the clear upper hand on the most cutting-edge technology.

Boeing wins $36 billion deal from Turkey

Boeing Co. won an order valued at $36 billion from Pegasus Hava Tasimaciligi AS, in its biggest commitment so far this year that deals a blow to rival Airbus SE, previously the preferred choice for the Turkish low-cost airline.

Nissan needs a Honda rescue. What went so wrong?

Nissan, once a symbol of Japan's carmaking prowess, spent the past five years trying to regain its footing after the arrest of long-time leader Carlos Ghosn, only to find itself in a precarious spot again.

EM central banks ramp up defence as dollar surges ahead

A rapid decline in currencies risks worsening the impact of imported inflation for emerging markets

America's private prison complex gears up for Trump deportation bonanza

Smaller cos involved in federal immigration detentions are also preparing to ramp up

Ukraine bets a free market for weapons production can out-innovate Russia

Kyiv's drone army has been built mostly by private cos, few of which existed when the full-scale invasion began

What does Accenture's hiring spree mean for Indian IT cos?

India's $254-bn IT services industry saw its slowest revenue growth of 3.3% last year, but expects a demand recovery

Religare backs Saluja amid proxy advisors' ouster call

InGovern, IiAS warned that the Saluja-Burman dispute and litigation could distract the board

JioStar, ZEE set for SA20 vs ILT20 duel

Cricket fans are set for a high-stakes showdown as South Africa's SA20 and the UAE's International League T20 (ILT20) launch their third season in the same week in January.

'Push manufacturing for GDP growth'

As India pushes forward in its goal of achieving developed nation status by 2047, the focus is not only on increasing the GDP, but also on the per capita GDP.

Swarovski bets big on lab-grown diamonds

Falling demand in China prompted the firm to focus on markets like India, where it plans to reach 70 stores in a year

Damani opposes BAT nominee for chair of VST Industries

Damani's opposition to the essential resolution at VST comes after he sold 3.24% in the past two years

Good scope for chip fab in India: Canon

Japanese imaging and optical products major Canon believes that it has a good opportunity in India for its semiconductor lithography equipment required for chip fabrication, and it is in negotiations with companies setting up facilities here, said its India president and CEO Toshiaki Nomura.

Dozen firms set to exit auto PLI lane

For new investors for parts, such as Bhel, the scheme demanded investments of at least ₹350 crore by FY25

Earnings growth slowdown appears temporary, rebound likely in H2

The expected recovery in capex during the second half should benefit companies linked to this theme Hari Shyamsunder Vice president, Franklin Templeton

Rate cut can aid govt-led growth: MPC's Kumar

Kumar, one of the six members of MPC, noted that slower growth largely reflected the industrial sector's weakness

WRONG OR EARLY TO SAY BEST OF HOTEL EARNINGS IS BEHIND?

Even when it comes to taking a vacation, Bertie is a contrarian. He always opts to stay in Mumbai in December when the city offers its best weather.

IT swings between hope & despair

Global IT giant Accenture's Q1FY25 results surprised with constant currency (CC) revenue growth of 8% year-on-year, beating its 2-6% guidance.

At CES, it is not just about consumer tech any more

Many gadgets have become enterprise tools; big chunk of attendees at last CES were from B2B

Funding momentum slows after stellar week

The five-day period ended 20 December saw funding activity decline to nearly a third of the previous week's high of about $900 million, data collated by VCCircle showed.

A DIRTY GAME FOR VOTES, IN THE NAME OF DR AMBEDKAR

Today, instead of political process, we are seeing monotonous, senseless hate

Centre to infuse ₹500 crore in IFCI

The government has decided to infuse ₹500 crore capital in state-owned IFCI to improve its financial health ahead of the company's proposed restructuring and consolidation into a group.

India, Kuwait elevate ties to strategic partnership during Modi visit

India and Kuwait on Sunday elevated their relationship to a strategic partnership and inked a key pact on forging deeper defence ties as Prime Minister Narendra Modi held extensive talks with the top leaders of the Gulf nation, including Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, on ways to intensify the overall trajectory of bilateral cooperation.

CCPA fines IAS coaching centres

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has fined two IAS coaching centres a total of ₹9 lakh for issuing allegedly misleading advertisements related to the results of the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2022, two people said.

UP govt to launch new export policy to push its trade share

The Uttar Pradesh government is working to unveil a new export policy for 2025-30, aiming to significantly enhance the state's contribution to India's overall exports.

Apex auto tester looks to accelerate to the green lane

Automotive Research Association of India to focus on electric and hydrogen powertrains

Damani mixes BAT pick for chair of VST Industries

Top billionaire investor and D-Mart promoter Radhakishan Damani opposed the candidate for chairmanship proposed by British American Tobacco (BAT) for its Indian unit VST Industries Ltd, leading to his rejection at a shareholder vote, according to voting disclosures and an executive privy to the development.

'Adani foray into cement drives deep discounts'

Competition in India's cement sector heated up with the entrance of the Adani Group in September 2022, top manufacturers bumped up discounts to maintain market share, according to a report from British wealth manager Investec.

Capex flexibility tops states' budget wishlist

Kerala, Punjab call for special financial packages, higher borrowing limits