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Vedanta gets $300 mn in loans to refinance debt

Vedanta Resources—the parent firm of Mumbai-based mining conglomerate Vedanta Ltd—on Friday said it has secured $300 million in loans from a clutch of leading global banks such as Barclays and First Abu Dhabi Bank for refinancing its 2024 and 2026 bonds.

Rupee hits new record low, slips to 85.97/USD

The rupee slipped to its all-time low on Friday as the dollar stood firm ahead of closely watched US labour market data, keeping regional currencies on the defensive.

Reits, Invits, Muni bonds could surpass equity, debt

In the last nine months, ₹3.3 tn has been raised in equity, and it is expected to reach a total of ₹4.3 tn by year-end

Industrial Output Surges to a 6-Month High of 5.2% in Nov

Despite the Nov rebound, industrial output growth for the Apr-Nov period stood at 4.1%

Tata Capital gearing up for 1st dollar bond sale

Tata Capital Ltd is gearing up for its first dollar bond sale, according to people familiar with the matter, marking another addition to the wave of offshore debt sales by Indian shadow lenders over the past year.

Why smart appliances have venture capitalists hooked

Over the past 6-12 months, VC firms have backed about six startups with $1-4 million cheques

Deep Bajaj FOUNDER AND MENTOR

The co-founder of Sirona Hygiene talks about his ₹450-crore exit from the company, building the femtech category in India, and his plans for the future

With Robert Eggers' 'Nosferatu' in theaters, we examine the small but distinguished filmic legacy of this vampire, an unauthorized version of Dracula but with crucial differences

With Robert Eggers' 'Nosferatu' in theatres, we examine the small but distinguished filmic legacy of this vampire, an unauthorised version of Dracula but with crucial differences

Rana Begum's distinct language of minimalism

In her ongoing solo in Mumbai, the artist showcases specific strands of her practice through new relief panels

Planning the best version of yourself with pen and paper

For these indie businesses and their customers, digital planning can never replace the joy of pen and paper

Can Murray help Djokovic win the Australian Open?

Djokovic seeks—in the absence of the motivation his old rivals provided, and the urgency the new gen brings—that one title that will put him ahead of all tennis players

Nostalgia is still in, so are animal prints

A roundup of fashion trends that will flourish in the new year

Zero-proof drinks for Dry January

A resolution to drink buzz-free beverages no longer means you'll be out of spirits

A Rich Bounty of Family, Food and Conversations

When I was married a quarter century ago, my spouse was startled with what she believed was my family's obsession with food.

The Global Reservation Game Comes to India

Getting a dinner date is easy, but finding a table calls for luck as restaurants demand that diners reserve seats weeks ahead

When the makers of history die

In February 1798, as the septuagenarian maharajah of Travancore lay dying, he had occasion to reflect on his four-decade-long kingly career.

Mughals to Ambanis: The roots of India Inc

A new book on the history of Indian business explains what led to the creation of wealth in the country under the Mughals

More 'Squid', less 'Game'

How do you get blood out of white keds?

Quit on new year goals? It's okay

RE READINGS A monthly column on backlisted books that have much to offer in contemporary times Why not make imperfectionism your buzzword for 2025 instead of falling into the impossible trap of fresh-startism?

Smart care for your pets

Monitoring a pet's health is easy with wearable tech, customized meal plans and AI-powered diagnostic tools

A Boycott of Costco for Its DEI Efforts Is Not Likely to Succeed

The US retailer has a loyal base of shoppers that it's unlikely to lose

Wealth tax: Let's judge it by principles of taxation

Tax canons laid down by Adam Smith remain relevant, though his list has been extended. Test the idea of a wealth tax against these, lest we get carried away by progressive idealism

Hacked in 2024? India's privacy rules require you to take action

Draft digital personal data protection rules demand that data breaches be reported retrospectively

Cutting Through the Clutter: Key Focus Areas for Retail Investors in 2025

Remember that social media is for fun, and not serious topics such as personal finance advice

Health insurance claims: How to ensure grievance redressal

Health insurance claims can be a source of frustration when rejected. This article explores the process of grievance redressal for rejected health insurance claims in India, focusing on the rights of policyholders and the role of the IRDAI guidelines.

Assam mining tragedy: Rescue operations on for fourth day

Rescue operations by multiple state and central agencies continued for the fourth day on Thursday to locate trapped miners inside an illegal rat-hole coal mine in Dima Hasao district of Assam, officials said.

Centre to give LPG subsidy to oil PSUs

The government is likely to provide a subsidy of ₹35,000 crore to state-owned Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOC), Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL), and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL) to make up for losses they incurred on selling the fuel this fiscal, people aware about the development said.

Eli Lilly to Set Up GCC in Hyderabad

Pharma major Eli Lilly and Co. on Thursday said it plans to establish a new global capability centre (GCC) in Hyderabad and hire over 1,000 people to strengthen its digital strategy and service delivery.

Bank officers' union warns of strike

Bank officers' union AIBOC on Thursday threatened to go on a nationwide strike on 24-25 February to press for their various demands, including a five-day work week and adequate recruitment in all cadres.

NRAI to take action on Zomato, Swiggy

Opposing \"private labelling\" by Zomato and Swiggy and their recent foray into quick commerce food delivery via separate apps, restaurant body National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) on Thursday said it will file complaints with \"relevant regulatory authorities\" and initiate legal action to prevent them from monopolising the market.