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Diageo, Sequoia accused of dubious payments

The CBI said Diageo Scotland made a suspicious fund transfer to Karti Chidambaram's firm

SC Stays Tax Notices of ₹1.5 tn to E-gaming Cos

The gaming companies and the revenue department both sought the stay

India to be testbed for green technology

The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) plans to use India as a testbed for new decarbonization technologies that would then be commercially operationalized in other developing countries.

Rupee hits new record low, slips to 85.97/USD

The rupee slipped to its all-time low on Friday as the dollar stood firm ahead of closely watched US labour market data, keeping regional currencies on the defensive.

Vedanta Gets $300 Mn in Loans to Refinance Debt

Vedanta Resources—the parent firm of Mumbai-based mining conglomerate Vedanta Ltd—on Friday said it has secured $300 million in loans from a clutch of leading global banks such as Barclays and First Abu Dhabi Bank for refinancing its 2024 and 2026 bonds.

Norms for medical devices tightened

The norms for kits, medical devices makers aim to prevent misuse of raw materials collected from blood centres

Reits, Invits, Muni bonds could surpass equity, debt

In the last nine months, ₹3.3 tn has been raised in equity, and it is expected to reach a total of ₹4.3 tn by year-end

Industrial Output Surges to a 6-Month High of 5.2% in Nov

Despite the Nov rebound, industrial output growth for the Apr-Nov period stood at 4.1%

Infy says exec stalled suite before Cognizant switch

Infosys in its suit said Cognizant is not allowing business to flourish from the healthcare segment

Tata Capital gearing up for 1st dollar bond sale

Tata Capital Ltd is gearing up for its first dollar bond sale, according to people familiar with the matter, marking another addition to the wave of offshore debt sales by Indian shadow lenders over the past year.

Tiny bets soar amid new wave of angels

The rise in angel investing has also been fuelled by startups coming out with IPOs and buying back shares

Why Smart Appliances Have Venture Capitalists Hooked

Over the past 6–12 months, VC firms have backed about six startups with $1–4 million cheques

Deep Bajaj FOUNDER AND MENTOR

The co-founder of Sirona Hygiene talks about his ₹450-crore exit from the company, building the femtech category in India, and his plans for the future

Govt eyes new factory clusters

The government is planning to develop new manufacturing clusters near ports across India, aiming to boost industrial growth and position India as a global maritime leader. This includes mega shipbuilding projects and the creation of industrial corridors.

Rana Begum's distinct language of minimalism

In her ongoing solo in Mumbai, the artist showcases specific strands of her practice through new relief panels

Planning the best version of yourself with pen and paper

For these indie businesses and their customers, digital planning can never replace the joy of pen and paper

The Other Count: Nosferatu Lives On

With Robert Eggers' 'Nosferatu' in theaters, we examine the small but distinguished filmic legacy of this vampire, an unauthorized version of Dracula but with crucial differences

Nostalgia is still in, so are animal prints

A roundup of fashion trends that will flourish in the new year

The global reservation game comes to India

Getting a dinner date is easy, but finding a table calls for luck as restaurants demand that diners reserve seats weeks ahead

Zero-proof drinks for Dry January

A resolution to drink buzz-free beverages no longer means you'll be out of spirits

When the makers of history die

In February 1798, as the septuagenarian maharajah of Travancore lay dying, he had occasion to reflect on his four-decade-long kingly career.

Mughals to Ambanis: The roots of India Inc

A new book on the history of Indian business explains what led to the creation of wealth in the country under the Mughals

More 'Squid', less 'Game'

How do you get blood out of white keds?

Quit on new year goals? It's Okay

Why not make imperfectionism your buzzword for 2025 instead of falling into the impossible trap of fresh-startism?

Smart care for your pets

Monitoring a pet's health is easy with wearable tech, customized meal plans and AI-powered diagnostic tools

A Boycott of Costco for Its DEI Efforts Is Not Likely to Succeed

The US retailer has a loyal base of shoppers that it's unlikely to lose

Wealth tax: Let's judge it by principles of taxation

Tax canons laid down by Adam Smith remain relevant, though his list has been extended. Test the idea of a wealth tax against these, lest we get carried away by progressive idealism

Hacked in 2024? India's privacy rules require you to take action

Draft digital personal data protection rules demand that data breaches be reported retrospectively

Let's take cues from Piketty to raise India's tax revenue

When it comes to budgeting, there are some revenue streams that are linked with broader growth in the economy.

Health insurance claims: How to ensure grievance redressal

My health insurer recently rejected my claim, citing my inability to provide key internal hospital papers that they require. Despite having submitted all other necessary documents, they are insisting on these specific papers, which I am unable to obtain from the hospital. I believe my claim is valid and that I have complied with all the necessary documentation required. What are my options to ensure that my grievance is handled fairly and my claim is reconsidered? -Name withheld on request