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Amazon paying customers $309M to settle return policy lawsuit
Amazon has agreed to a settlement valued at more than $1 billion, which includes both monetary and non-monetary components, to resolve allegations of improper refunds for returned items.
Anthropic now wants to raise $20B at $350B valuation
Anthropic, the company behind popular AI models Claude and Claude Code, has doubled its venture capital (VC) funding target from $10 billion to a whopping $20 billion.
US dollar hits 4-year low, Trump says 'value is great'
The US dollar has hit a four-year low, but President Donald Trump insists the currency's value is "great."
Ajit Pawar's tragic death puts Learjet aircraft, operator under scanner
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar died in a plane crash earlier today in Pune district.
UPS to cut 30,000 jobs as it reduces Amazon deliveries
The world's largest package delivery company, United Parcel Service (UPS), has announced its plan to reduce its workforce by up to 30,000 employees this year.
India taps into EU's $750B electronics market with trade deal
India's electronics sector is poised for a major expansion, thanks to a new trade deal with the European Union (EU).
Air India receives first bespoke Boeing 787-9 with new-generation cabins
Air India has taken delivery of its first custom-built Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, a major milestone in the airline's fleet transformation program.
Vodafone Idea shares jump as Q3 loss narrows, ARPU improves
Vodafone Idea has reported a narrower net loss of ₹5,286 crore for the December quarter.
Swiggy now lets you order food, groceries via ChatGPT
Swiggy has unveiled a game-changing feature that will revolutionize the way Indians order food and groceries.
Adani and Embraer to make regional aircraft in India
Adani Group and Brazilian aerospace giant Embraer have announced a strategic partnership to establish a regional aircraft manufacturing facility in India.
2026 Budget: Indian jewelry industry seeks duty cuts, GST relief
The Indian bullion and jewelry sectors have urged the central government to introduce key policy reforms in the upcoming Budget.
Why India-EU trade deal is risky for Japan, UK, US
India's free trade agreement with the European Union (EU) is likely to up the ante for major exporters like Japan, the UK and US.
EU to provide €500M to help India cut greenhouse emissions
The European Union (EU) has announced plans to provide €500 million ($540 million) in financial support to India over the next two years.
Why agriculture, autos and steel stayed off India-EU trade deal
India and the European Union (EU) have signed their largest-ever trade agreement, a deal that will drastically reduce tariffs and open up markets on both sides.
Auto stocks slide as India-EU deal makes European cars cheaper
Shares of major Indian automobile manufacturers such as Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M), Maruti Suzuki India, and Tata Motors have taken a hit.
India-EU trade deal: KPR Mill, Welspun Living stocks surge
The India-Europe Union (EU) trade deal has sparked a rally in export-focused stocks, particularly in the textiles, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals sectors.
India-EU trade deal will become effective after these steps
India and the European Union (EU) have concluded negotiations on a historic trade agreement after nearly two decades of discussions.
India-EU trade deal: How will it impact various stocks, sectors?
After nearly two decades of negotiations, India and the European Union (EU) have reached a major trade agreement.
Starlink's direct-to-device internet service faces regulatory hurdles in India
Starlink, the satellite internet company owned by Elon Musk, has hit a major roadblock in its plans to offer Direct-to-Device (D2D) services in India.
Silver hits record high of ₹3.5L/kg: What's driving surge?
Silver prices have hit a record high of ₹3,54,780 per kg today, jumping by 6%. The spike is being attributed to a weaker US dollar and rising geopolitical tensions.
India-EU trade deal promises unlimited mobility for Indian students
India and the European Union (EU) have signed a mobility agreement, aimed at facilitating the movement of Indian students, workers, and professionals across EU countries.
India, EU sign trade deal: What's getting cheaper for you
India and the European Union (EU) have signed a major free trade agreement (FTA) today.
What does India's tourism sector want from Union Budget 2026?
The travel, tourism, and hospitality industry in India is looking for structural reforms in the Union Budget 2026.
YouTubers sue Snap for using their videos to train AI
A group of YouTube creators has sued Snap for allegedly using their videos without permission to train its artificial intelligence (AI) models.
Sensex plunges 4% in January: Buy the dip or wait?
India's leading stock indices, the Sensex and Nifty, have seen a decline of over 4% this month.
Chinese firm buys majority stake in Puma for $1.8B
In a major development, Chinese sportswear giant Anta Sports Products has announced its plan to acquire a 29.06% stake in German rival Puma.
Meet Piyush Pandey, India's adman posthumously awarded the Padma Bhushan
Piyush Pandey, the mastermind behind some of India's most iconic ad campaigns, has been posthumously awarded the Padma Bhushan.
From start-up banker to Padma Bhushan: Uday Kotak's inspiring journey
In a significant celebration of India's financial architects, veteran banker Uday Kotak (66) was conferred the Padma Bhushan on the eve of Republic Day 2026.
Trump to raise tariffs on South Korean goods to 25%
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to increase tariffs on a range of South Korean goods, including automobiles, lumber, and pharmaceuticals.
Nationwide bank strike today: Check affected banks and services
Public sector banking services are likely to be disrupted today due to a nationwide strike called by bank employee unions.
Gold price to hit $27,000? Robert Kiyosaki makes bold prediction
Robert Kiyosaki, the author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, has reiterated his bullish stance on gold prices.
Bank of Baroda to raise $500M via bond sale
Bank of Baroda, India's second-largest public sector lender, is gearing up to raise around $500 million through a US dollar bond issue.
AI to add $607B to India's economy by 2035: PwC
A recent report by PwC has predicted that artificial intelligence (AI) will contribute around $607 billion to India's economy by 2035.
China clarifies Canada trade deal isn't aimed at US
China has clarified that its new trade agreement with Canada is not targeted at any other country.
Axis Bank's Q3 net profit rises 3% to ₹6,490cr
Axis Bank has reported a marginal 3% rise in its standalone net profit for the December quarter at ₹6,490 crore.
Who was TT Jagannathan, 'Kitchen Mogul' awarded Padma Shri posthumously?
TT Jagannathan, the late chairman emeritus of TTK Prestige Group and a pioneer in the kitchenware industry, has been posthumously awarded the Padma Shri.
IndiGo flights to Tbilisi, Almaty, Baku canceled till January 28
In light of the current situation, IndiGo has announced the cancellation of its flights to and from Tbilisi (Georgia), Almaty (Kazakhstan), Tashkent (Uzbekistan), and also Baku (Azerbaijan) till January 28.
Reliance skips Russian oil as PSUs ramp up imports
Reliance Industries, India's largest importer of Russian crude oil, has not bought any barrels from Russia in January.
Gold surges past $5,000 as geopolitical tensions fuel demand
Gold has hit a record high of over $5,000 per ounce for the first time ever.
Budget 2026: Adventure tourism might be promoted as revenue model
The upcoming Union Budget is likely to promote adventure tourism as a new revenue model for states, according to HT Mint.