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Podcast sector rides video, but monetization an issue

Podcasts are no longer restricted by genre, and YouTube has made everyone an audience, experts say

AI, GenAI Are Transforming Robotics, Says ABB's Atiya

ABB Has Also Piloted Systems Where Robots Respond To Natural Language Commands

PAG acquires majority stake in Pravesha for $200 mn

Asia-Pacific-focused private equity firm PAG has acquired a majority stake in Pravesha Industries Pvt. Ltd for $200 million, according to a person familiar with the transaction.

FY26 fiscal deficit may be 4.4-4.6% of GDP, says report

India's fiscal deficit could come in at 4.4% to 4.6% of GDP in FY26, Goldman Sachs Economics Research said in a report on Monday.

Retail inflation at lowest in 4 months, food prices ease

The CPI rose 5.22% in December, down from 5.48% in November and 5.69% a year ago

India's net direct tax collection swells 16% in FY25

Strong growth in tax collection from both personal and corporate income helped the Central government to collect ₹16.9 trillion in direct tax revenue so far this financial year after adjusting for tax refunds, official data showed on Monday.

The lessons in long walks and reading

AVP's head on mentorship and taking Ayurveda to a wider audience

How employees can thrive in a chaotic workplace

From embracing procrastination to more silence, a paradoxical mindset can help one thrive in a 'BANI' world

KlarifyLife by HDFC Life explores ambition, risk and success with Zouk and The Souled Store

Unlocking entrepreneurial journeys, financial insights and growth stories—as well as discussing what it takes to win over Indian consumers in the D2C landscape—with Disha Singh, co-founder of Zouk, and Harsh Lal, co-founder of The Souled Store

India's coal imports rise 2% in Apr-Nov

India's coal imports rose 2% to 182.02 million tonnes in the April-November period of the current fiscal year.

Surge of quick commerce sends DMart Ready stores reeling

DMart's aggressive expansion into quick commerce, particularly its DMart Ready stores, has faced significant challenges. The company is recalibrating its e-commerce strategy in response to competition from quick commerce firms and changing consumer preferences.

IBREL-Embassy merger approved

In a major relief to Indiabulls Real Estate (IBREL) and Embassy Group, the appellate tribunal National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) has sanctioned the scheme of amalgamation to merge both the real estate firms after setting aside the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) order stalling the process.

NFRA Plans Papers for Interactions

To enhance the quality and the level of interactions between auditors and companies' audit committees, National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA) chief Ajay Bhushan Prasad Pandey has said the watchdog plans to come out with six to seven papers having sets of questions that will cover various aspects of statutory audits.

SpaDeX: Isro brings satellites within 3 metres in trial attempt

Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) on Sunday said the two satellites launched to perform space docking experiments were brought within three metres and then moved safely back in a trial attempt.

IBA seeks tax sops for biogas in budget

Indian Biogas Association (IBA) has urged the finance ministry to create blanket corporate tax holidays for compressed biogas (CBG) production in the forthcoming General Budget to attract investment in the sector to promote this renewable energy source.

AIFs seek specific funds from govt

Alternate investment funds (AIFs) have sought from the government specific funds for investments in new-age, sunrise and deep-tech startups with a view to promote innovation in the country, an official said.

Adani to invest in Chhattisgarh biz

Industrialist Gautam Adani on Sunday called on Chhattisgarh chief minister Vishnu Deo Sai and announced an investment of ₹65,000 crore in the Adani Group's energy and cement projects in the state, officials said.

EAM Jaishankar to represent India at Trump's inauguration

The foreign ministers of Japan and Australia will also attend the inauguration

The political economy will weigh heavily on the budget

With India's economy in a crunch, cash transfers will probably grow even as Bihar expects largesse

Stagnant wages in fast-emerging India: We need an Enlightenment

We must raise not just output but also the quality of our people's lives. This may require a paradigm shift in Indian thinking

The US-China tech break-up has set off a race to the bottom

America's whack-a-mole approach is too clumsy for its own good

India Has Become Too Rich To Let Petty Clerks Torment Us

Middle-income countries tend to prosper by relieving people of petty pains but signs of it in India are weak

Quick food row: Whose database is it anyway?

If quick-food platforms break competition rules, as restaurants allege, they should be hauled up. But data-driven innovation is welcome. It'll favour consumers and help the market evolve

India's Air Force urgently needs more frontline combat aircraft

We must foster competition and attract private investment to get fighter jets needed for our defence

Thailand Offers Just the Residency Options You Could Be Looking For

Thailand, including Bangkok, is an affordable alternative to Singapore or Dubai for remote workers and retirees

The Non-Resident Indians' Wish List for Budget 2025

NRIs seek clearer rules to boost their contribution to the Indian economy

Why Everyone Loves To Hate The HR Department

A survey stated that 86% of workers were afraid of HR representatives. They hesitated to approach HR to discuss work-related issues, citing fear of repercussions

Optimize deductions, maximize tax saving

How can I optimize tax savings on my ₹10 lakh package with current deductions, including home loan repayments, interest, food coupon, mediclaim premiums, and provident fund?

Budget must focus on jobs, near-term planning: Mint poll

revealed that 41% of respondents believed a populist budget is acceptable during a consumption slowdown, while 38% disagreed, and 21% were undecided.

CCPA to work with Rera at state level to aid homebuyers

does intervene on behalf of homebuyers but hasn't been able to rein in errant developers for two main reasons: it doesn't have the authority to enforce its orders, and developers can challenge its decisions at a higher court, leading to more delays.