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Anil Ambani's group sets up centre to drive 2030 growth strategy

As part of its 'Vision 2030' growth strategy, Anil Ambani's Reliance Group has formed a corporate centre for expansion, innovation and nurturing the next generation of leaders.

Over 40% sedans now run on CNG; petrol loses share

Over 40 per cent of sedans sold in India now run on CNG as consumers prefer cleaner fuels, and use cars for business purposes, according to data collated by global data and analytics firm Jato Dynamics.

Startup funding picks up after 3-year slump

Sees 10% funding rise in 2024 so far

Laptop import cut in the works; govt wants no supply disruption

As the Union government explores ways to restrict import of laptops and other electronic devices starting with a 5 percent reduction from the current level, it is working to ensure that there's no supply disruption in India even if an import cap is introduced, it is learnt.

₹ may depreciate to 84.5/$ by Dec-end

The Indian rupee is likely to depreciate further against the US dollar through the end of 2024.

Ratan Tata: Picture perfect

Politeness is to human nature What Warmth is to Wax.

I chose DLF over Disneyland dream, says KP Singh

KP SPEAK: Gurugram remains a developing city; urban planning needs a long-term vision, the PM must set up a high-powered panel for it

REDISCOVERY OF INDIA

Indian collectors are reclaiming Colonial-era art created by foreigners as an intrinsic part ofthe country's history

Go for fund with large AUM, high credit quality and low cost

Liquid funds have offered an average return of 7.28 per cent over the past year.

Auto majors in slow lane on weak demand

TaMo, Maruti, SMIL stocks down up to 23% in 4 weeks; analysts say downside risk limited, an opportunity for long-term investors

Volume growth for NMDC to remain robust in H2FY25

NMDC's revenue in Q2FY25 came in at ₹4,900 crore (a rise of 23 per cent year-on-year or Y-o-Y), while it was down 9 per cent quarter-on-quarter (Q-o-Q).

CIEL HR to file draft papers for ₹450 cr IPO

CIEL HR Services (CIEL), which uses technology to provide human resources solutions, will soon file draft papers for an initial public offering (IPO) estimated to be around ₹450 crore in size, according to sources.

Angel funds see red in Sebi's new accredited investors-only proposal

The Securities and Exchange Board of India's (Sebi's) proposal to allow only \"accredited investors\" to invest in angel funds has raised concerns in some quarters, even as most fund managers believe the overall ecosystem was set for a boost.

CLSA does U-turn on China, ups India exposure after Trump win

Says India seen as more attractive investment destination due to its strong economic growth and relatively low exposure to trade risks

Unfazed by mkt fall, largecap, flexicap MF schemes shine in Oct

Both categories saw all-time-high inflows during the month

Is business a °living machine?

For over 50 years, almost F every practitioner of business management has probably been a fan of Peter Drucker.

Captain Bumrah

Jasprit Bumrah, the once-in-a J generation fast bowler, who has captained India in a solitary Test match and a couple of T20 internationals so far, has no qualms about picking himself as the \"greatest Indian captain.\"

Two-front deterrence

India needs clear deterrence against both likely adversaries. With China, it lies in raising costs of aggression to levels it should find unaffordable. For Pakistan, it has to be punitive

Neighbourly insights

The US elections have thrown a spotlight on a controversial polling method called the \"Neighbour Effect.\" A French national who calls himself \"Theo\" made a significant fortune betting on Donald Trump.

Here's how Trump could lose the coming trade war

The good news: I don't think Donald Trump will cause a global trade war.

Berkshire picks a slice of Domino's Pizza

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway said on Thursday it made new investments in Domino's Pizza and Pool Corp in the third quarter, even as it retrenched from stocks such as Apple and Bank of America.

Samsung plans $7 bn buyback

Samsung Electronics has decided to buy back shares worth 10 trillion won ($7.17 billion) over a one-year period to boost shareholder value, after shares plunged to more than four-year lows earlier in the week.

Sri Lankan President's coalition wins historic majority in election

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake's coalition won a historic parliamentary supermajority in the country's election, underscoring the depth of the support for the leftist leader who pledges to combat corruption and change the terms of a International Monetary Fund (IMF) bailout.

US Treasury finds no currency manipulation in final Biden-era foreign exchange report

No major US trading partner manipulated its currency in the year to June 30, the Treasury Department said on Thursday in the Biden administration's final semi-annual currency report before turning over policing of foreign exchange practices to President-elect Donald Trump.

Trump picks vaccine sceptic Kennedy to lead health dept

President-elect Donald Trump said on Thursday he has selected Robert F Kennedy Jr, an environmental activist who has spread misinformation on vaccines, to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, the United States' top health agency.

Powell: No need for Fed to rush rate cuts

Fed chair declines to say if he would continue after term ends

Smaller parties look to make big dent in Jharkhand, Maharashtra

Smaller regional outfits have emerged a cause for concern for the two principal rival blocs in the Jharkhand and Maharashtra Assembly polls.

Dharavi makeover plan caught in poll crossfire

Redevelopment of the slums has become a political flashpoint with promises of housing reforms dividing residents. A ground report by PRACHI PISAL

Exports, domestic demand to drive pharma revenue growth

The pharmaceuticals sector is expected to get a shot in the arm this financial year from robust export demand from regulated and semi-regulated markets on the back of drug shortages in the US and European countries as well as new product launches.

Belstar Microfinance to focus on consolidation over growth

With asset quality pressure rising in micro loans, Muthoot Finance-controlled Belstar Microfinance is planning to focus on consolidation of portfolio over the next two three quarters rather than growth.