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Economic nationalism shouldn't be dismissed as a strategic thrust

It's a beggar-thyself policy rather than a beggar-thy-neighbour one if it goes wrong but it can also deliver economic succes

Vocational education should be an integral aspect of schooling

The National Curriculum Framework takes the economic well-being of students well into account

Who's afraid of a caste X-ray across the land?

Social justice is a political issue but the caste survey released in full detail by Bihar shows economic disparities that are not terribly stark. Discontent on its basis won't be easy to stir

Why mutual funds continue to flock to startup offerings

For MFs, it's about identifying companies with the potential to become future multi-baggers

SIVAKASI@100: WHY IT'S TIME FOR A PIVOT

In India's fireworks capital, companies are talking of R&D, automation and diversification

Pollution: Delhi plans artificial rain

The Delhi government plans to induce artificial rain through cloud seeding this month to combat air pollution in the national capital, environment minister Gopal Rai said on Wednesday.

This year set to be warmest in 125,000 years, EU scientists say

Heat is a result of continued greenhouse gas emissions from the burning of fossil fuels

NCLT orders refund of IT dues to Cox & Kings

The order came in response to a plea filed by the liquidator of the firm

Samsung, Qualcomm challenge India's push for live TV on phone

Samsung and Qualcomm are among those opposing India's choice of technology to bring live TV broadcasts on smartphones, arguing the required hardware changes will push up a device's cost by $30, according to letters reviewed by Reuters.

Tata Power reports 9% growth in net profit for Sep qtr

Tata Power focuses on consolidation and growth of core operations, plans to undertake renewable energy projects

Bata India's Q2 net profit declines 38% following VRS hit

Bata India reported a consolidated net profit of ₹33.9 crore for the September quarter, down 38% from a year ago, due to a one-time expense towards a voluntary retirement scheme (VRS).

Amazon India may roll out recyclable paper packaging

The move is part of the company's broader effort to eliminate plastic delivery packaging

Shell hires Ambit for Sprng valuation before stake sale

MNC energy giant plans to sell minority stake in operational assets of Sprng Energy

Maharashtra govt to buy Air India tower

Maharashtra government on Wednesday decided to acquire the iconic Air India building at Nariman Point in Mumbai for ₹1,601 crore.

MF veterans split on preference for Smids in Samvat 2080

Those arguing in favour of a shift in bias use valuation logic to support their claims, while those expecting a continuum said Smid indices’ outperformance to the Nifty in the past one year would impel retail investors to continue pumping money into small and mid cap schemes.

Trent's dapper growth is the showstopper, but stock's pricey

At a time when many consumer-focused companies are finding it hard to lift their revenue growth adequately, Trent Ltd saw another stellar quarter.

Wanted: A new spark for DLF stock

DLF Ltd, the poster boy of D the post-pandemic K-shaped economic recovery, is on solid ground. In the September quarter (Q2FY24), pre-sales or bookings rose 9% year-on-year to ₹2,228 crore, with a majority of the bookings accruing from existing projects. There were no material new launches in Q2.

Samsung tests AI chatbot for use in its smartphones

Samsung Electronics Co. is testing a generative AI model named \"Gauss\" after a 19th-century German mathematician, joining the growing ranks of companies hoping to create rivals to ChatGPT.

Eris to acquire 2 Biocon Bio units for ₹366 crore

Nephrology, dermatology units have 20 brands with ₹90 cr FY23 revenue

CEA pushes for vehicle-to-grid reverse charging

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has suggested standardization and interoperability in the electric vehicle (EV) charging ecosystem for vehicle-to-grid (V2G) reverse charging.

Top India, US ministers to hold 2+2 dialogue on Friday

The India-US 2+2 dialogue of defence and foreign ministers on 10 November will be an opportunity to take forward the \"futuristic roadmap\" for the partnership, the external affairs ministry said on Wednesday.

'Germany keen on 2024 India visit for Chancellor Scholz'

Germany is keen to have Chancellor Olaf Scholz visit India in October 2024, according to persons aware of the matter. The visit is expected to coincide with the Asia Pacific Conference of German Business.

Goyal to meet Musk in US to streamline Tesla entry talks

Parleys to centre around Tesla's plans to set up factory and charging infrastructure in India

US court backs lenders' action in Byju's Alpha

The Byju’s lenders’ consortium appointed a director on an SPV that borrowed $1.2 billion for the edtech giant in the US, and removed Riju Raveendran from the SPV’s board

Acme appoints EY to sell InvIT stake

Acme Group has mandated EY to sell up to A 51% in its proposed infrastructure investment trust (InvIT) for around $1.3 billion (around ₹10,800 crore), two people aware of the development said, in what may rank among the largest green energy deals in India.

Suspicion over JKC's funding casts shadow on Jet revival

The Jalan Kalrock consortium's (JKC) source of funds to acquire Jet Airways (India) Ltd has become the latest flashpoint in the airline's tortured path to recovery.

US invests $553 mn in Adani's Sri Lanka port to check China

The US will provide $553 million (around ₹4,600 crore) in financing for a port terminal in Sri Lanka's capital being developed by billionaire Gautam Adani, as New Delhi and Washington look to curtail China's influence in South Asia.

Govt to budget record ₹12.5 tn capex in FY25

Robust tax revenue has given the Centre more space to boost spending

Smartphone Sales Flat In September Qtr

India’s smartphone market posted almost flat year-on-year growth during the second quarter of 2023-24, with shipments of 44 million units. Besides, shipments in September was the lowest since 2019, with falling demand and high prices restricting growth.

Dating Apps Hook Users With Celebs, Web Shows

Dating apps are leveraging celebrities, movies and web shows to spark conversations and engage users, stepping beyond traditional advertising channels to widen their market. The platforms are using a mix of videos, images, text, and illustrations to drive their social media strategies on platforms such as Instagram and YouTube.