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ICC, BCCI, CA, ECB Explore Chances of Two-Tier Tests

The ICC in collaboration with cricket boards of India, Australia and England is exploring the possibility of a two-tier Test system to facilitate more series between big three nations.

Why Q-comm's got brands to tap alternative financiers

As quick commerce platforms like Blinkit, Swiggy Instamart, and Zepto revolutionize consumer shopping habits, direct-to-consumer (D2C) brands are increasingly turning to alternative financiers to secure larger working capital needed to stay competitive.

Al Rajhi, Sanders Win 48-Hour Stages at Dakar Rally

Saudi driver Yazeed Al Rajhi held on to his overnight lead to win the second stage of the Dakar 2025 rally on Monday, the fearsome '48-hour Chrono,' while defending champion Carlos Sainz limped in 1h 30min behind.

Indian bond-index inflows may lag estimate, says Morgan Stanley

Indian bonds included last year in a key global benchmark will fail to draw as much money as previously estimated, according to Morgan Stanley.

NCLAT to hear Meta's plea against ₹213 cr fine on Jan 16

META ASKED NCLAT TO HEAR THE CASE URGENTLY, NOTING ITS IMPLICATIONS AND THE STAKES INVOLVED

Titan Sees 24% Q3 Growth on Strong Demand

Tata group firm Titan Company Ltd on Monday said it registered a year-on-year growth of 24% on a standalone basis in the third quarter of the ongoing fiscal buoyed by strong festive demand, especially in the jewellery segment.

Space Industry Funding in India Falls 55% in 2024

Funding in India's space sector, a key part of the country's ambitions to become a global superpower, plummeted by 55% in 2024 to $59.1 million from $130.2 million the previous year, according to data from market intelligence platform Tracxn.

Stonepeak's Digital Edge gets $1 billion loans for data centers

Digital Edge DC, a company backed by private equity fund Stonepeak Infrastructure Partners, has secured $1 billion in debt to fund its data center expansion across Asia, according to a company press release on Monday.

SC Transfers CCI's E-commerce Probe Case to K'taka HC

The Supreme Court has transferred to the Karnataka High Court several petitions challenging the Competition Commission of India's (CCI's) probe into alleged anti-competitive practices by e-commerce giants Amazon and Flipkart.

India Eyes Private Capital for $107 Billion Grid Expansion

India is asking states to attract more private capital to accelerate the expansion of its power transmission network, part of a plan to revamp the country's grid and accommodate more clean power.

Rupee Falls 4 Paise to Record Low of 85.83

Nifty fell 1.62% to 23,616.05 points while Sensex slid 1.59% to 77,964.99

Services growth rises to 4-month high in Dec

Business activity gained momentum in December driven by demand buoyancy in the services sector, rising to a four-month high during the month, even as manufacturing growth slowed.

Sudan army airstrike kills 10 in southern Khartoum: Rescuers

Ten Sudanese civilians were killed and over 30 wounded in an army airstrike on southern Khartoum, volunteer rescue workers said.

The Brutalist', 'Emilia Perez' triumph at Golden Globes

\"The Brutalist\", the story of a Holocaust survivor who chases the American dream, and musical thriller \"Emilia Perez\" took home the first major movie honours of Hollywood's awards season at the Golden Globes on Sunday.

Canada Political Crisis: Trudeau Expected To Resign Soon

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is expected to resign this week, potentially as early as Monday but could remain in the post till the summer as the ruling Liberal Party elects a new leader to replace him.

Kyiv's Security Guarantees Will Only Work If U.S. Provides Them: Zelensky

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said security guarantees for Kyiv to end Russia's war would only be effective if the United States provides them, and that he hoped to meet US President-elect Donald Trump soon after his inauguration.

S Korea's Yoon Set to Avoid Arrest by Warrant Deadline

Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol appeared set to evade arrest ahead of a Monday night deadline after anti-graft investigators asked for more time to enforce a warrant.

Second Arrest Warrant for Exiled Ex-PM Hasina

A Bangladeshi court has issued a second arrest warrant for exiled former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, this time for her alleged role in enforced disappearances, the chief prosecutor said on Monday.

US Lawmakers to Certify Trump Win

Exactly four years after Donald Trump's supporters stormed the US Capitol, seeking to overturn his election loss, lawmakers were to meet on Monday to certify his 2024 win, cementing the Republican's comeback from political ignominy.

Hamas Has Not Given 'Status of 34 Hostages,' It Says Ready to Free: Israel

Israel said on Monday that Hamas had not yet provided the status of the 34 hostages the group declared it was ready to release in the first phase of a potential exchange deal.

Alert in Maha as four big cats die of bird flu at rescue centre

The remaining 12 tigers and 24 leopards at the centre are safe SHATANIK BHAGWAT, Zoo director

Connecting the NCR with public transport

Call it the impact of the impending Delhi assembly elections, but the spree of public transit and infrastructure projects inaugurated in the past few days should serve the city and its hinterland well.

Early steps to digital dignity

Draft rules to operationalise the digital privacy law call for wider discussions

The real non-tariff barrier called CRA

The current model of sovereign credit rating has outlived its utility and is not in step with present global economic realities

Put communities in charge of conserving sacred groves

The Supreme Court's recent judgment directing the government to adopt measures for the protection of sacred groves brings into focus the fundamental tension between the State and communities in environmental governance.

A new chapter for India's regional strategic policy

In 2025, India's foreign policy must deftly navigate a rapidly evolving strategic landscape in the neighbourhood.

Kerala Submits Unique Roadmap To Manage Rapid Rural-Urban Growth

Kerala is known to have a distinct rural-urban continuum, where the lines between villages and towns have long blurred, giving the state the appearance of one continuous city.

Experts Raise Concerns Over Rising Reliance on Melatonin Supplement Among Indians

Experts are raising concerns about the growing trend of people, particularly young adults, turning to over-the-counter melatonin supplements to manage sleep disorders without proper medical supervision.

TN Guv Walks Out of Assembly; 'Childish', Says CM

Tamil Nadu governor RN Ravi on Monday walked out of the Assembly without delivering his customary address in protest of \"disrespect\" to the Constitution and the national Anthem.

Trump's win and a new chapter of racism against Indians

The last week of 2024 inaugurated a new phase of racism against Indians in America – one that won’t end well.