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Small investors chase new fancy in unlisted avenue

Lured by the promise of outsized returns, early access to high-growth companies, and lower fees, retail investors are venturing into the unregulated and risky world of unlisted securities.

Home lenders eye pot of gold in affordable loans

Higher returns from small-ticket loans, govt schemes tempt mortgage lenders

Suzuki, the man behind India's people's car, dies

Osamu Suzuki, the visionary who brought affordable mobility to millions in India with the Maruti 800 and positioned the country as Suzuki Motor Corp.'s global growth engine, has died. He was 94.

Events, weddings to help hoteliers do better in H2

Room to grow

Help wanted: US factories seek workers for nearshoring boom

Craig Jones's biggest problem for years was winning new business for his family-run plastics company headquartered in Louisville, Ky. Today, the challenge is finding workers to meet the company's growing orderbook as companies increasingly source more of their parts and products from the U.S.

Services exports save the day for current account in Sep quarter

A rise in services exports helped narrow India's current account deficit (CAD) in the September quarter, although this marked the second consecutive quarterly deficit after hitting a surplus in the final three months of FY24.

EVs at airports to cut emissions

Government plans to add EV charging infra to airports

India's Textile Exports a Silver Lining as Trade Deficit Widens

Experts attribute this growth to govt policies, trade deals, and adoption of new technologies

JSW Neo to acquire 02 Power; EQT and Temasek to exit

The transaction entails acquisition of 02 Power Midco Holdings and 02 Energy SG, and is subject to customary nods

Rupee falls to record low as dollar bids spike

The rupee fell to an all-time low on Friday, as maturing non-deliverable forwards and currency futures boosted dollar demand, while the sharp fall led to panic dollar buying by importers.

A REFORMER WHO HAD CONCERN FOR VULNERABLE GROUPS

The passing away of Manmohan Singh creates a big void in India's intellectual scene. He was a man of vision and ideas.

UltraTech to acquire minority stake in Star Cement

Leading cement producer UltraTech Cement on Friday said it will acquire a minority stake of 8.69% from the promoters of Meghalaya-based Star Cement in a deal worth up to ₹851 crore.

Sebi Issues Circular on Share Transfer

The circular provides clarity on the rules surrounding ownership transfers in intermediary cos

Rural-urban consumption gap shrinks in 2023-24

The monthly per capita consumption expenditure rose to ₹4,122 in rural areas and ₹6,996 in urban areas

Escorts Kubota's ride is bumpy amid demand concerns

Escorts Kubota Ltd continues to grapple with the challenges of weak export volumes and subdued construction equipment demand.

THE ARCHETYPICAL INSIDER WHO GUIDED INDIA TOWARDS ITS ECONOMIC POTENTIAL

During Singh's tenure at RBI, India embraced a more flexible exchange rate to promote exports

Sardar of reforms: A legacy that is shaping India's future

Former PM Manmohan Singh's legacy lies in his ability to balance economic growth with social equity

A Testament To The Power Of Quiet Conviction

Manmohan Singh stood out as a leader who spoke sparingly but acted decisively

One Journey Ends, Another Continues

The journey that started in 1991, though interrupted a few times, continues today

Q-comm correction on the radar for consumer brands

Industry executives say they may reduce dependence on instant delivery platforms in 2025

Flavoured snow, dressed-up ‘pani puri' and more

It's a truth universally acknowledged that the end of the year is a time of reflection and gratitude. As I mull over 2024, I find myself counting my blessings that came in the form of exciting travels and even more exciting nosh.

The year in books: Hits and misses of 2024

Indian English-language publishing faces an identity crisis, with readers favouring international bestsellers over homegrown talent. Despite these challenges, 2024 saw the release of several remarkable Indian books that deserve attention

Moments in Hindi cinema 2024

Hindi commercial cinema has taken a backseat to the spectacles of Telugu, Tamil and Kannada film, and 2024 was no exception. Yet, there was plenty of interesting work in the indie, mid-budget and genre spaces.

Milestones in the art world

It would be hard to look at 2024 in isolation. Threads from 2023 have woven their way into 2024, at least within the arts ecosystem.

It's been a non-stop year for Indian hockey

Indian hockey's 2024 was marked by triumph and transition with the men's team winning Olympic bronze and the women's team rebounding from a dismal start

Youngest to oldest, sportspersons defied ageism

Indian sports had a successful year, but it also marked the end of an era and the beginning of a new one

Pains and gains: The year in south Indian cinema

Big-budget films from the south often disappointed in 2024. But there was progress on other fronts, with filmmakers looking for new settings and embracing mid-budget titles

Adding new chapters to the India fashion story

This was the year of too many fashion trends but none shining brightest. If \"brat summer\" and \"very mindful, very demure\" crowded our social media feeds spring-summer; in fall-autumn, leopard-core and animal prints were everywhere from high-end to fast fashion stores. In between, many lapped up the \"minimal bride\" look inspired by celebrities who wore pastel-coloured ensembles on their wedding day. One thing was clear though: it was the year Indian fashion spoke loud.

Drama and stories to fire up food in 2025

Chefs have emerged as the face of dining out with a focus on local ingredients, a trend that is likely to continue next year

A pocket-sized trend report

In 2025, bartenders will seek to create unique cocktails to fit India's food habits and heritage