India: News

10 Jan 2025

Insurance

Know how micro-health insurance is saving lives in rural India

Micro-health insurance is a financial shield for rural Indians, providing affordable premiums and simple policies.

08 Jan 2025

Dubai

Discover India's past with the best heritage travel cards

If exploring India's rich heritage and ancient monuments is your passion, why not make your journey even more memorable with the right credit card? History lovers can unlock exclusive privileges tailored for a seamless travel experience, from luxury hotel discounts to free lounge access.

08 Jan 2025

Space News

Space warfare: India is building an integrated satellite communication grid

India's defense forces are planning to build an integrated satellite communication grid.

08 Jan 2025

Indian Government

Modi government is working on BS7 emission norms for vehicles

In a major step toward sustainable automobile practices, the Indian government has started working on Bharat Stage 7 (BS7) emission standards.

08 Jan 2025

Google

Own Google Pixel 4a? You may be entitled to compensation

Google has announced a new software update for its Pixel 4a devices to improve battery stability.

06 Jan 2025

Donald Trump

Trump mulling 'universal' import tariffs: How India will be affected

US President-elect Donald Trump's administration is mulling tariff plans to be applied to all nations including India, but only on essential imports.

06 Jan 2025

Food

Why home-cooked meals have become costlier in India

The cost of home-cooked meals in India skyrocketed in December, owing to the increasing prices of essential kitchen ingredients such as tomatoes and potatoes.

06 Jan 2025

OnePlus

Chinese smartphone brands boost investment in India amid improving relations

After a long lull, Chinese smartphone makers are ramping up their investments in India.

05 Jan 2025

Moon

Venus dazzles next to crescent Moon in rare celestial spectacle

This week, a mesmerizing celestial event unfolded as Venus, our nearest planetary neighbor, shone brightly above a crescent Moon.

05 Jan 2025

China

How India will reduce dependence on China for EV technology

The Indian government has launched a major program to promote homegrown technology in the fast-growing electric vehicle (EV) segment.

03 Jan 2025

Finance

Why 'micro-donations' are India's new secret to charitable giving

What if your pocket change could spark a revolution?

02 Jan 2025

Finance

Find out how infrastructure loans are building India's growth story

When you think of India's booming development, do you picture the glittering highways, towering bridges, and sprawling power plants? These engineering marvels owe their existence to infrastructure loans.

01 Jan 2025

Air India

First-in-India: Air India introduces free in-flight Wi-Fi on domestic routes

Air India has introduced free in-flight Wi-Fi connectivity on select domestic routes. This is the first time an Indian airline has offered such a service.

01 Jan 2025

Finance

EaseMyTrip CEO Nishant Pitti steps down, Rikant Pittie takes over

Nishant Pitti, the co-founder and promoter of Easy Trip Planners (the parent company of EaseMyTrip), has stepped down as the company's CEO citing personal reasons.

01 Jan 2025

Blinkit

Chips, chocolates: What Indians ordered online on New Year's Eve

The arrival of 2025 was celebrated at home across India, and quick commerce platforms like Blinkit and Swiggy Instamart saw a spike in demand for party essentials.

31 Dec 2024

China

You'll soon be able to buy Philips TVs in India

Chinese firm Skyworth is partnering with Indian television manufacturer Super Plastronics, to bring back Philips-branded TVs to the Indian market, as per The Economic Times. They should be launched this month.

31 Dec 2024

Cybercrimes

Thomas Cook hit by cyberattack in India, website down

Leading global travel agency Thomas Cook has reported a major cyberattack on its IT infrastructure in India.

31 Dec 2024

Auto

Driving a car in India this winter? Follow these tips

Winter in India comes with its own set of challenges for drivers, from icy roads to dense fog.

30 Dec 2024

Japan

Japanese luxury footwear brand Onitsuka Tiger eyes manufacturing in India

Japanese luxury footwear brand Onitsuka Tiger, a subsidiary of Asics Corporation, is considering setting up a manufacturing base in India.

30 Dec 2024

Finance

EaseMyTrip's co-founder Nishant Pitti to sell remaining stake for ₹780cr

Nishant Pitti, the co-founder of EaseMyTrip, is selling his remaining 14% stake in the company for ₹780 crore.

30 Dec 2024

China

China's central bank holds shares worth ₹40,000cr in Indian firms

Despite persistent geopolitical tensions between the two nations, the People's Bank of China (PBOC) has been gradually expanding its investment portfolio in India.

30 Dec 2024

IKEA

IKEA's India sales growth hits 6-year low amid rising losses

IKEA, the world's largest furniture retailer, has reported a 5% increase in its India sales for FY24. This is the slowest growth rate since the company entered the Indian market six years ago.

25 Dec 2024

Business

60% of Indian homebuyers to be millennials, Gen-Z by 2030

According to a report by global real estate services firm JLL, millennials and Gen Z are expected to make up around 60% of new homebuyers in India by 2030.

24 Dec 2024

Business

Small businesses in India created 11M jobs in 2023-24

India's small business sector, which includes manufacturing, trade, and services, has witnessed tremendous growth.

24 Dec 2024

Latest automobiles

Vehicle registrations in India see 15% YoY drop in December

The Indian auto sector has witnessed a major slump in December, with the two-wheeler category being the worst hit.

23 Dec 2024

GST

How 18% GST could hurt demand for used cars

India's booming pre-owned car market is set to slow down. This comes after the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council increased tax rates on used cars from 12% to 18%.

23 Dec 2024

Electric Scooters

India: By 2026, 1 in 5 scooters will be electric

The e-scooter segment in India is expected to make up one-fifth of the country's total two-wheeler market by FY26, Business Standard reported.

23 Dec 2024

Lifestyle

5 unique Indian wedding traditions to know

Indian weddings are a colorful kaleidoscope of traditions and festivities, showcasing the nation's cultural richness and diversity.

18 Dec 2024

Academy Awards

FFI member calls 'All We Imagine...' technically poor for Oscars

Jahnu Barua, the head of the Film Federation of India (FFI) jury, has defended the decision to pick Laapataa Ladies as India's official entry for the 2025 Academy Awards.

18 Dec 2024

Kawasaki

2025 Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX debuts in India at ₹13.5 lakh

Japanese automaker Kawasaki has launched the 2025 iteration of its Ninja 1100SX sports tourer bike in the Indian market. It carries an ex-showroom price of ₹13.49 lakh.

US eases H-1B visa rules, Indian tech professionals to benefit

The US government, under outgoing President Joe Biden, has relaxed rules for H-1B visas.

18 Dec 2024

Donald Trump

Donald Trump threatens to impose reciprocal tariffs on India

US President-elect Donald Trump has said he plans to impose reciprocal tariffs on India, as the country levies "high tariff" on some American goods.

17 Dec 2024

LG

LG, JSW Energy planning $1.5B battery manufacturing venture in India

South Korea's LG Energy Solution (LGES) is said to be in talks with India's JSW Energy to form a joint venture for battery manufacturing, as per Reuters.

16 Dec 2024

Business

India's trade deficit hits record high of $37.8B in November

India's trade deficit hit a record high of $37.84 billion in November, up from $27.1 billion in the previous month.

16 Dec 2024

Google

Google appoints Preeti Lobana as new Country Manager for India

Google has announced the appointment of Preeti Lobana as the new Country Manager and Vice President for its India operations.

16 Dec 2024

World Bank

Who does India owe? A breakdown of India's external debt

India's external debt has skyrocketed to a whopping $646.8 billion, according to the International Debt Report 2024 from the World Bank.

16 Dec 2024

Zakir Hussain

Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain once dreamed of becoming rock-and-roll star

Globally renowned tabla maestro Zakir Hussain passed away at 73, his family confirmed on Sunday.

Blackstone-backed hospitality chain to launch ₹1,600cr IPO on December 20

Ventive Hospitality, a Blackstone and Panchshil Realty-backed company, will launch its ₹1,600 crore initial public offering (IPO) on December 20.

14 Dec 2024

Switzerland

Switzerland revokes most favored nation status for India: Here's why

Switzerland has suspended the application of the most favored nation (MFN) clause with India, under their Double Tax Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) from January 1, 2025.

13 Dec 2024

Lifestyle

The spirited stir of Pongal's harvest celebration

Pongal is a colorful harvest festival celebrated in South India, which signifies the conclusion of the winter solstice and the commencement of the sun's six-month-long journey northwards (known as Uttarayan).