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Lessons from the 75-year-old National Sample Survey
Its impressive history tells us much about innovation, autonomy and state-level data collection
We should let clarity prevail over nonsense: Here's a handy guide
We must use simple language, empathize with people, not take ourselves too seriously and be kind
Clear Goals and Discipline: How Small Investors Can Build Lasting Wealth
There is no one-size-fits-all, the answer will depend on your needs, personal preferences
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When astrologers fail to predict their own future
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UPI: Transforming Merchant Payments for Global Visitors
Say goodbye to forex cards as UPI One World makes cashless travel seamless for travellers
ADIA pours ₹6.3k cr into GMR Group
GMR Group has received ₹6,300 crore investment from Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth fund Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) and the funds will help in reducing the debt of promoter group entity GMR Enterprises Pvt. Ltd (GEPL).
MFIs seek support from government
Microfinance institutions (MFIs) on Wednesday sought a dedicated funding mechanism in place and government support to tide over challenges in the sector.
V. Narayanan named as Isro head
India appointed rocket scientist V. Narayanan as the new head of the Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro), the government said on Tuesday, a key role as India works to become a space superpower.
M&M looks to scale up auto biz globally
Having consolidated its position in the domestic market, Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) is now looking at ways to expand its presence across international markets, as per a top company executive.
Social-media firms decide content moderation is trending down
Zuckerberg, other social-media leaders long resisted content moderation beyond what was required legally
Jammu-Srinagar train may start soon
The first train connecting Jammu to Srinagar may begin its commercial run later this month, marking the completion of an over two-decade-old project that would link the Kashmir valley with the rest of the country by a direct railway line.
RBI Lifts Asirvad, DMI Finance's Ban
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Wednesday lifted the business restrictions placed on Chennai-based Asirvad Micro Finance and New Delhi-based DMI Finance with immediate effect.
The Billionaire Mining Magnate Who Bet Coal Had a Future, and Won Big
Coal's resurgence as a reliable energy source propelled Low Tuck Kwong to a spot on Forbes's 100 richest people
Centre eyes recovery of tax arrears amounting to ₹46.57 tn
To put the numbers in perspective, the total outstanding is around 14% of India's GDP
Xi Jinping Muzzles Chinese Economist Who Dared to Doubt GDP Numbers
Gao Shanwen questioned Beijing's ability to boost its economy as threats loom from a property meltdown, burgeoning debt and other challenges
ONGC chooses BP to boost Mumbai High's production
The field currently produces around 1,32,265 barrels of oil and around 13 billion cubic metres of gas per day
Strong Board Can Enforce Digital Privacy Laws: Experts
DPBI Needs Skilled Technical and Legal Professionals, as Well as Institutional Independence
Investment a barrier to foundational AI entry, says Nadella
India must get into frontier work in artificial intelligence (AI) and build foundational models, but investment is a real entry barrier and just one mathematical breakthrough can change entire dynamics, Microsoft chairman and chief executive Satya Nadella said in New Delhi on Wednesday.
Govt orders airlines to share weather data with IMD
With new airports coming up, IMD could have access to data from a wider geographical region
China factor a headwind for pvt investments: Sanjiv Puri
China's surplus capacity is dampening Indian business' spirit for adding further production capacity, according to Sanjiv Puri, president of Confederation of Indian Industry (CII).
Agarwal buys iconic Riverside studio
The founder and chairman of Vedanta Group Anil Agarwal is the new owner of the iconic Riverside Studio in London, announced a press release on Wednesday.
Foxconn, Dixon Urge India to Pay Pending Subsidies
Apple Inc. supplier Foxconn Technology and Dixon Technologies India Ltd. have asked India to pay them billions of rupees in subsidies they think they are entitled to under the government's production incentives programme.
Green hydrogen hub work begins
Prime minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday laid the foundation stone of NTPC Green Energy Ltd's (NGEL) green hydrogen hub at Pudimadaka near Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, among several other infrastructure projects in the state.
Cygnett eyes ₹300 cr in FY25 sales, to open 15 hotels next yr
Cygnett Hotels & Resorts aims to close FY25 with ₹300 crore gross revenues, driven by new management contracts, founder and managing director Sarbendra Sarkar said.
UBL suspends beer supply to Telangana over price row
The beer maker cited frozen prices, unpaid dues and 40% rise in production costs since 2019
Box-office performance dictating OTT release schedules
OTT platforms typically schedule films in advance as standard norm, but now have to adapt to flexible release windows
Fashion biz and margins Nykaa's weak spots, beauty shines
Dull tone Nykaa's gross merchandise value growth has been relatively slower in recent quarters.
Rupee falls 17p to a new low of 85.91 against US dollar
The rupee extended its slide for the second straight session and declined 17 paise to hit a fresh record low of 85.91 against the US dollar on Wednesday amid higher crude oil prices and stronger American currency.
Sebi Tightens Rules for Advisers, Analysts
The market regulator tightened rules for independent advisers and research analysts by imposing deposit requirements and restrictions on the scope of advice to enhance transparency and protect investors.