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Russia hits Ukraine's energy infrastructure in 'massive' strike

Poland scrambles its air force; power outage at Ukraine's atomic plants

As climate talks cross halfway mark, distractions appear bigger than deals

World looks at G20 for breakthrough on climate finance

Two alliances, 6 regions, and many fierce rivalries

Individual Dhasmana analyses regional dynamics, voter divides, and economic disparities in the regions crucial in the Assembly polls

India, Germany up their game in Europe

From football and education to defence, the two countries are looking at deeper engagement in new areas, writes ADITI PHADNIS

In the grand scheme of things in Maharashtra...

How crucial is the Ladki Bahin Yojana for women in the state as rising costs and populist promises shape election decisions? AJINKYA KAWALE & PRACHI PISAL travel through Nashik, Jalna, Pune, and Solapur to find an answer

Rupee outperforms Asian peers in November so far

RBI intervention has focused on limiting two-way volatility in USD-INR, rather than defending a level. From October to November 8, RBI has net sold $15.5 billion to smoothen the pace of depreciation in the rupee,

BoI eyes HNIs to counter deposit woes

Part of bank's plan to set up a wealth management business by March 2026

Kailash Gahlot quits AAP citing 'grave challenges'

Party says ED, CBI pressure forced move

PSBs set to launch MSME credit model this month

Loan assessed may be between ₹25 lakh and ₹5 crore by different banks

Conrad Sangma's NPP withdraws support to BJP govt in Manipur

Shah cancels Maha poll rallies, reviews security situation as violence continues

India's annual temp may rise 1.5°C by 2057 if emissions stay moderate

India is set to experience drastic climate shifts, with annual maximum temperature projected to rise by 1.5 degrees Celsius (°C) by 2057 under moderate emission scenarios, while this rise in mercury could occur a decade earlier in case of high emissions, a report by Azim Premji University revealed on Sunday.

Rio declaration? Battle lines drawn over wars in Ukraine, West Asia

Geopolitics is expected to dominate the two-day G20 Leaders' Summit in Rio de Janeiro, beginning Monday under Brazil's presidency, with negotiators grappling to find a language acceptable to all member countries for a joint declaration.

India-Oman proposed FTA hits deadlock

The proposed free trade agreement (FTA) between India and Oman has hit a deadlock, as the West Asian nation has asked New Delhi to revise its market access offer on certain products.

CBIC should do away with IGCRS Rules for EOU

The export-oriented units (EOUs) continue to struggle with various processes involved in complying with the Customs (Import of Goods at Concessional Rate of Duty or for Specified End Use) Rules, 2022 (IGCRS Rules), mainly due to incompetence of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) and its online functionality, Indian Customs Electronic Gateway (ICEGATE).

Manufacturing may drag Q2 GDP growth to six-qtr low

High-frequency indicators also reflect sluggish growth in the quarter

Record $2 bn: Smartphone exports ring louder in Oct

In 7 months of FY25, outbound shipments breach $10 bn on the back of iPhones

Swedish firm Getinge eyes bigger share of hospital tech market

Getinge, a Swedish health care company with over two decades of presence in India, is positioning itself for significant growth across segments of the health care industry, including in the premium ventilator market.

Cooling solutions as a service hots up as Tata, Adani make the switch

Both conglomerates will bear the capital expenditure

PV retail sales to sustain momentum in Q3: TaMo

Tata Motors is expecting passenger vehicle (PV) retail sales to maintain growth momentum in the ongoing quarter driven by year-end demand, according to a top company executive.

Tata, Pegatron seal deal for iPhone plant in Tamil Nadu

Tata Electronics has agreed to buy a majority stake in Taiwanese contract manufacturer Pegatron's only iPhone plant in India, forming a new joint venture that strengthens Tata's position as an Apple supplier, two sources told Reuters.

FMCG firms feel the urban pinch in Q2

Even as rural markets continued to recover, urban markets became a challenge for fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies in the July-September quarter (Q2) of 2024-25 (FY25).

Global footwear majors put best foot forward in TN

Suppliers of brands like Nike, Adidas, Puma, New Balance, and Reebok are betting big on Tamil Nadu as a manufacturing hub | This may see an investment of ₹4,000 crore and create an addition of 50,000 jobs too

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