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Warner Bros CEO set for $667M payout in Paramount deal
Warner Bros. Discovery's CEO, David Zaslav, stands to gain a whopping $667.2 million from the sale of his company to Paramount Skydance Corp.
Samsung workers' strike threat could disrupt global chip supply
Samsung Electronics' largest workers' union has threatened to disrupt chip production.
Oil jumps to $103 as Strait of Hormuz remains shut
Crude oil prices have surged by over 2% today, recovering from previous session losses. The spike is mainly due to supply concerns as the Strait of Hormuz remains largely shut.
PPF v/s FD: Which one is not backed by government?
Public Provident Fund (PPF) and Fixed Deposits (FDs) are two of the most popular investment options in India.
Peer-to-peer lending: What it is actually
Peer-to-peer (P2P) lending is a growing trend in India, allowing individuals to lend and borrow money without the involvement of traditional financial institutions.
What are agricultural loans?
Agricultural loans are crucial for farmers in India, providing the necessary financial support to boost productivity and sustain livelihoods.
India, Canada might hold FTA talks in April or May
India and Canada are gearing up for the first round of formal talks on their proposed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in April or May, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal has said.
IndiGo offers ₹164cr compensation for flight cancellations in December
IndiGo has compensated passengers affected by its mass flight cancellations in early December with ₹163.92 crore worth of travel coupons.
Reliance lines up 6 banks for Jio's $4B IPO
Reliance Industries is gearing up for the initial public offering (IPO) of its telecom subsidiary, Jio Platforms Ltd.
India's unemployment rate falls to 4.9% in February
India's unemployment rate has declined to 4.9% in February, down from January's 5%, according to government data released today.
Over 4,330 flights canceled by Indian airlines amid US-Iran war
The ongoing conflict in West Asia has resulted in major flight cancellations. Indian airlines have canceled a total of 4,335 flights, while foreign carriers have also suspended operations for 1,187 flights.
Ola Electric to sell stake in battery division for ₹2,000cr
Ola Electric is planning to raise up to ₹2,000 crore by selling a minority stake in its battery division, Ola Cell Technologies (OCT).
When will India-US trade deal be signed?
India's trade deal with the US will be finalized once America reinstates its global tariff rates, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said today.
India negotiating free trade agreements with these 6 countries
India is in the process of negotiating six Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with various countries and regional blocs. The negotiations are part of India's strategy to strengthen its global trade partnerships.
Why Hard Rock has shut cafes across India
Hard Rock International has announced the closure of 10 cafes across India, following the termination of its licensing agreement with JSM Corporation Pvt Ltd.
Dubai stock market enters bear territory as US-Iran conflict escalates
Dubai's stock market moved into bear-market territory, with the Dubai Financial Market General Index plunging by as much as 3.2% on Monday.
Sensex surges over 1,000 points, Nifty reclaims 23,400 mark
After trading in red during morning hours, the Indian stock market witnessed a major comback with benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rising over 1.2%.
PhonePe pauses IPO process amid US-Iran war, global market volatility
PhonePe, the leading UPI payments app backed by Walmart, has announced a temporary suspension of its public market listing process.
Saudi Arabia is now offering oil supply via this route
Saudi Arabia is offering its long-term oil customers a new route for their April allocations, through the Red Sea port of Yanbu.
IndiGo BluChip members to get special benefits at Adani airports
IndiGo and Adani Airport Holdings Ltd (AAHL) have teamed up to let IndiGo BluChip loyalty program members earn reward points on the duty-free purchases at Adani Group-managed airports.
India's trade deficit shrinks to $27.1B in February
India's merchandise trade deficit widened to $27.1 billion in February 2026, compared to $14.42 billion in the same month last year.
India's competition regulator to tackle anti-competitive practices in AI sector
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) is preparing to take action against potential anti-competitive practices in the artificial intelligence (AI) sector.
Adani Total Gas falls 12% in 2 sessions: Here's why
Adani Total Gas shares have been on a downward spiral, falling over 12% in just two trading sessions.
India's wholesale inflation rises to 2.13%
India's wholesale price inflation has accelerated to an 11-month high of 2.13% in February, according to government data released on Monday.
Paytm's built-in calculator: How to use it for smoother transactions
Paytm has added a built-in calculator to its payment screen, letting users add multiple amounts and confirm the total before completing a transaction.
Advance tax email glitch leaves taxpayers confused
This week, the Income Tax (I-T) Department sent reminder emails to taxpayers regarding advance tax payments.
Ruthenium prices hit all-time high: Here we decode why
Ruthenium, a minor metal in the platinum-group metals (PGMs) group, has hit an all-time high price due to supply constraints and rising demand from artificial intelligence (AI).
Google's AI fund to support these 5 start-ups in 2026
Venture capital firm Accel and Google's AI Futures Fund have announced their latest cohort of five start-ups for the 2026 Atoms AI program.
Crude prices to hit $130/barrel this week: What's the reason?
Crude oil prices have continued their upward trend, with Brent crude expected to hit $130 per barrel by the end of this week.
Air India suspends flights to Dubai after drone attack
Air India has temporarily suspended all its flights to and from Dubai International Airport. The decision comes in the wake of a drone attack on an oil tanker near the airport.
Nifty PSU Bank index falls 4 days in-a-row: Here's why
The Nifty Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) Bank index has been on a downward spiral, falling for the fourth consecutive day.
Over half of start-up listings from 2025 now in red
A year after a wave of venture-backed start-ups flocked to Dalal Street, many of their stocks are now trading below their issue price.
Why IDBI Bank shares crashed 15% today
Shares of IDBI Bank witnessed a massive crash of nearly 15% on Monday.
Gaming transactions linked to Fino Bank may face ED probe
The Directorate General of Goods and Services Tax Intelligence (DGGI) is mulling a recommendation for an Enforcement Directorate (ED) probe into online gaming transactions linked to Fino Payments Bank Ltd, according to The Economic Times.
Trump to impose tariffs 'in another form' after court blow
US President Donald Trump has vowed to continue imposing tariffs "in another form," following a Supreme Court ruling that struck down his reciprocal tariffs.
Networks could lose licenses over US-Iran war coverage: FCC chair
Brendan Carr, the chair of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), has warned US television networks that they could lose their broadcast licenses if their coverage of the ongoing conflict with Iran doesn't meet "public interest" standards.
Temporary flight duty relief for Air India amid US-Iran war
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has temporarily relaxed flight duty norms for Air India's long-haul flights.
Nomura slashes Nifty target by 15% amid US-Iran war
Leading brokerage firm Nomura has revised its Nifty 50 target for December 2026, slashing it by a whopping 15% to 24,900.
19 Indians arrested in UAE over misleading US-Iran war videos
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) ordered the arrest of 35 individuals, including 19 Indians.
European regulator flags safety issues with Air India, DGCA steps-in
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has raised concerns over safety deficiencies at Air India., according to The Economic Times.