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India's private sector growth touches 3-year low: What's the reason?
India's private sector has witnessed its slowest growth in over three years, HSBC's Flash India Composite Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI), compiled by S&P Global, shows.
Academic transcripts: What students in India must know
Navigating college admissions in India can be daunting, especially when it comes to academic transcripts.
India's retail sales grow 9% in February
India's retail sales grew by a robust 9% year-on-year in February, according to the latest Retail Business Survey by the Retailers Association of India (RAI).
India now 1 step closer to making indigenous jet engines
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is gearing up to build a National Aero Engine Test Complex in India.
US visas to Indians, Chinese plummet under Donald Trump
India and China have been the worst affected by the Donald Trump administration's stricter immigration policies.
How IIT Kharagpur's new discovery will help Chandrayaan-4 mission
A team of researchers from Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur and Physical Research Laboratory, has made a major breakthrough in understanding the Moon's deep interior.
Your Coca-Cola drink will become costlier in India soon
SLMG Beverages, the largest bottler for Coca-Cola in India, is considering raising prices due to escalating packaging costs. These costs are linked to the ongoing war in West Asia.
Why you might soon get 10kg LPG in 14.2kg cylinders
India's state-run oil marketing companies are reportedly considering a new plan to conserve liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) supplies.
Silver prices crash 6% today: Here we decode why
Silver prices in India witnessed a sharp decline today, falling by 6% or ₹13,606 to ₹2,13,166 per kg on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX).
India's coal imports drop 4.2% as domestic output rises
India's coal imports have witnessed a major dip of 4.2% in the April-January period of the current fiscal year.
Indo-Tibet trade to resume after 6 years this June
The Indo-Tibet trade, which was suspended in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, will resume through the Shipki La pass in Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh from June this year.
Why AC makers in India are worried ahead of summer
Unseasonal rains across India are posing a challenge to air conditioner (AC) manufacturers.
Why India is opposing a China-led investment deal at WTO
India is facing the threat of political isolation as support for the China-backed Investment Facilitation for Development (IFD) Agreement at the World Trade Organization (WTO) continues to grow.
India achieves 1B tons of coal production amid energy jitters
India has achieved a major milestone by producing one billion tons of coal for the second consecutive year.
Indian companies lead global peers in AI adoption, says Deloitte
A recent report by Deloitte has revealed that Indian enterprises are leading the world in large-scale adoption of artificial intelligence (AI).
Why urea production in India is under threat
India's urea production has been severely affected by disruptions in liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies.
LPG price spike burns gig economy, delivery riders hit hardest
The recent surge in commercial liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) prices is taking a toll on delivery riders across major cities in India.
India to start trading in carbon market by July
India will start formal trading in its domestic carbon market within the next four months, Union Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar has announced.
Torrent Pharma launches India's 1st generic oral substitute to Ozempic
Torrent Pharmaceuticals has launched India's first generic oral version of semaglutide, a drug used to treat diabetes and obesity.
FPIs pull out ₹52,703cr from Indian equities in March
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) have pulled out a whopping ₹52,703 crore from Indian equities in the first half of March.
India's core sector growth slows to 2.3% in February
India's core sector growth has slowed down to 2.3% in February, from a revised 4.7% in January, government data released on Friday showed.
India's aviation maintenance industry set to hit $5.7B by 2030
India's aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) industry is set for unprecedented growth.
Tamil Nadu becomes India's top textile exporter
Tamil Nadu has dethroned Gujarat and Maharashtra to become India's top textile exporter.
8th Pay Commission extends questionnaire deadline to March 31
The 8th Pay Commission has extended the deadline for its 18-point questionnaire to March 31, 2026.
India, Russia working on free trade deal: What's on agenda?
India and Russia are working on a free trade agreement, Sergey Glazyev, the State Secretary of the Union State of Russia and Belarus, said.
Want job in government banks? You need healthy credit score
A new requirement under the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS), requires job aspirants to ensure a healthy credit history at the time of joining participating public sector banks in India.
OPPO's Find N6 solved an issue with foldables before Samsung
OPPO has launched its latest foldable smartphone, the Find N6, with a near-crease-free display.
India's semiconductor market might surge to $300B by 2035: Deloitte
India's semiconductor market is set to witness explosive growth in the coming decade, with projections estimating it will reach a whopping $120 billion by 2030 and further expand to $300 billion by 2035.
How India's generic weight loss drugs will help the world
India is set to revolutionize the global fight against obesity, thanks to the expiration of the semaglutide patent on March 20.
Hard Rock Cafe is not shutting down in India
JSM Group, the franchise partner of Hard Rock Cafe in India, has announced that its outlets will continue to operate.
US-Iran war: Will your return from Dubai affect tax residency?
An Indian passport holder, who has been working in Dubai since mid-September, is considering a temporary return to India for safety reasons.
You can charge your VinFast EV for free until 2029
Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer VinFast has announced an extension of its free charging program for customers in India, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
How US-Iran war has put small Indian companies at risk
The ongoing US-Iran war has put the capital expenditure (capex) investment of at least 800 small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in India at risk.
Zydus, Lupin partner to launch Ozempic rival in India
Zydus Lifesciences and Lupin have announced a strategic partnership to launch Semaglutide injection in India.
How Gulf crisis may boost India's data center industry
The recent attacks on data centers in the Gulf by Iran, which considers them legitimate wartime targets for their technical and data support to some US defense suppliers, have disrupted the region's data center ambitions.
How to get mistakes in educational certificates fixed
Correcting mistakes in Indian educational certificates can be a daunting task, but it's essential for maintaining accurate records.
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.
Countries with most billionaires in 2026: Where does India rank?
The United States remains the world's billionaire capital in 2026, with a record 989 billionaires and a combined wealth of $8.4 trillion.
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.
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.