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The loss of sound in our noisy lives

Sound memory fades faster than visual memory. In a world as rapidly changing as ours, a museum of endangered sounds makes sense

A whole new League

When Arcane first dropped on Netflix, it didn't just break the mold for animated television—it shattered it into shiny fragments, each as intricate as the show's hand-painted aesthetic.

When pets get cancer

Advances in veterinary sciences have enabled several treatments, but early detection can make all the difference

Reduction of energy costs in the telecom sector

With telecom infrastructure companies looking for newer ways to cut back on energy costs, battery restoration technology provides telecom infrastructure firms with a viable, economical and green solution for uninterrupted power supply

Skip cheese and sip wine in Switzerland

Beyond chocolates and cheese, there's another Swiss gem to discover — vineyards that have been passed down through the generations

Bankers aren't always frank about bank regulation

The 'world's banker' Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, speaks his mind even if it means taking swipes at US regulators.

Baku: A climate breakthrough looks depressingly bleak today

The success of fossil fuel-favouring politics threatens the planet

Global solidarity levies can play a vital role in our climate efforts

Solidarity taxes could support redistributive measures and optimize how we collectively tackle a great challenge of our times

Speak for the Earth: It's the least we should do

This year's Booker prize winner turns our gaze to the planet from orbit and reminds us of the climate disaster that looms. Can odes sung to Earth move the world to act in its defence?

Aim for an efficient carbon market right from the start

India's economy is projected to grow dramatically over the next few decades. In nominal terms, it may double in size by 2030. This is exciting, but it comes with a significant risk.

Why health insurers refuse to cover certain treatments

While 12 modern treatments are covered, many advanced procedures are yet to be included

Address economic distress with structural reforms and not doles

Cash transfers may offer short-term relief but raising worker incomes is the only lasting solution

FUNDING FOREIGN EDUCATION: SHOULD YOU SAVE OR BORROW?

Education financing needs vary, but early planning is key to building your desired corpus

WHICH BLOC'S POPULISM WILL WIN MAHARASHTRA?

Both the ruling Mahayuti and opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi are dangling a slew of welfare schemes to woo the electorate

Will my cured illness be eligible for coverage after three years?

My health insurance policy started on 29 June 2022. I was treated for a disease in October 2016. The period between the treatment and the policy start date is over 56 months. As per regulations, pre-existing conditions are those diagnosed within 36 months of policy purchase date. I had a surgery on 29 August 2024. Will my claim for the latest surgery get reimbursed? - Name withheld on request

SECI barrels down on Reliance Power

SECI banned the power firm from its clean energy tenders for three years.

Blackstone revises Haldiram's stake

Blackstone has dropped plans to acquire a majority stake in the snacks business of India's Haldiram's but is now discussing purchase of a 20% stake at a valuation of $8 billion, which is still a sticking point, people familiar with the matter said on Thursday.

Delhivery reports ₹10.2 cr profit in Q2

Delhivery reported a net profit of ₹10.2 crore in the September quarter, against a loss posted a year ago.

Muthoot Finance Q2 profit rises 26%

Gold loan provider Muthoot Finance reported a 26% rise in its second-quarter profit on Thursday, boosted by strong loan demand, and raised its gold loan growth forecast for the financial year 2025.

India's sports industry to swell to $130 billion by 2030: Report

India's sports industry is set to swell to $130 billion by 2030 from $52 billion in 2023, driven by a surge in multi-sport fan base and deepening engagement from Gen Z audiences, according to a Deloitte-Google report.

JPMorgan bets on India derivatives

JPMorgan Chase & Co., in a first for any global bank, has set up a unit to develop derivative products in India's newest international hub, according to people familiar with the matter.

SpiceJet, Canada's EDC settle dispute

SpiceJet on Thursday said it has settled a $90.8 million dispute with Export Development Canada for a total consideration of $22.5 million, leading to the airline taking ownership of 13 Q400 planes.

Rupee falls to record low against USD

The rupee traded in a tight range and fell 4 paise to close at an all-time low of 84.43 (provisional) against the US dollar on Thursday, weighed down by unabated foreign fund outflows and strong dollar demand from investors.

World Bank to lend $150 bn in 10 years for climate projects

India to have a big share of the funding, World Bank's country director (India) said

StanChart loses 4 financing bankers

Standard Chartered Plc is losing a handful of executives at its financing and credit business across India and Singapore amid a global restructuring and as an active dealmaking market boosts demand for bankers.

Apple iCloud faces antitrust claim

British consumer group Which? will launch legal action against Apple on Thursday, alleging the tech giant breached competition law by effectively locking millions of its customers into its iCloud service.

It's a legacy agriculture company - and your newest AI vendor

Companies now find it critical to augment general models with more industry-specific data if they're going to be useful

Vaz, Mani and Gupta to head RIL-Disney JV

The ₹70,000-cr media giant is likely to transform entertainment in India

Trump and Putin's rapport masks deeper tensions

Warm words between two leaders doesn't necessarily signal a thaw in U.S.-Russia relations

CCPA orders investigation into Ola Electric

Many customers reported that issues persisted as complaints were closed prematurely without result