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Mamata Banerjee trying to intimidate Hindu voters, alleges Suvendu Adhikari in Bhabanipur | Operation Sindoor boost: India is now fifth-largest military spender at USD 92.1 billion in 2025, Pakistan's spending is also up | ‘Got the guts?’ Derek O’Brien dares Modi to quit if Mamata Banerjee wins Bengal polls | ECI ‘harassing’ TMC, dancing to BJP’s tune: Mamata Banerjee in Bhabanipur | ‘Nothing like playing football’: PM Modi unwinds in Sikkim after Bengal poll blitz | Crackdown on D-Company: Dawood aide Salim Dola deported to India | Mumbai horror: Man asks two security guards to recite ‘kalma’, then stabs them | ‘Fair & Lovely Babua’: TMC jabs IPS officer Ajay Pal Sharma over viral video; Akhilesh joins attack | ‘Don’t regret later’: IPS officer Ajay Pal Sharma’s warning to TMC candidate sparks BJP-TMC clash | ‘Will return for swearing-in’: Modi ends Bengal campaign, signals BJP win

NRE account: Complete guide on features, advantages, and qualifications

Apr 25, 2026, at 03:36 pm

Becoming an NRI may seem like juggling between two sources of income. Once you look past the perceived complexity, you realise how simple things really are. Indian banks simplify income management for NRIs through two separate accounts. One for foreign income and another for Indian earnings. The former is known as an NRE account. It helps you manage your foreign income seamlessly in India. Read ahead to learn how this type of NRI account works in detail.

Microsoft stuns workforce with first-ever voluntary buyout plan for 7 pct of U.S. employees: Reports

Apr 25, 2026, at 01:22 pm

Tech giant Microsoft is set to offer voluntary buyouts to some of its U.S. employees — a first-of-its-kind move in the company’s history — as the software major adapts to rapid industry changes driven by artificial intelligence.

Jio, retail power Reliance to record profits—here’s how the giant did it

Apr 25, 2026, at 11:51 am

Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) on Saturday reported a robust financial performance for the year ended March 31, 2026, driven by steady growth across its digital services, retail and energy businesses.

Paytm Payments Bank's licence cancelled! RBI pulls the plug with immediate effect

Apr 24, 2026, at 09:49 pm

In a dramatic move, the Reserve Bank of India has revoked the banking licence of Paytm Payments Bank, ordering an immediate halt to operations.

‘India’s time has come’: Nita Ambani makes bold global pitch at TIME100 Summit

Apr 24, 2026, at 09:18 pm

Reliance Foundation chairperson Nita Ambani made a striking statement on the global stage this week, declaring that “India’s time has come” — and hinting at a major shift in world power dynamics.

Vee Technologies’ engineering division delivers 3,000th fire truck design for the US

Apr 24, 2026, at 04:49 pm

Global professional services company Vee Technologies' engineering business, which forayed into the challenging area of designing fire trucks for the US market a decade ago, has rolled out the design of its 3,000th fire truck this month.

Mahindra’s patent power explodes! Portfolio grows 20x in just 10 years

Apr 24, 2026, at 03:30 pm

Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M), reaffirming its unwavering commitment to continuous investment in R&D and the 'Make in India' initiative, announced that in the last one decade, the company saw a 20x growth in the number of patents granted - from 56 patents granted since inception in FY16 to 1334 in FY26.

Nissan Motor India, Avis India announce partnership for leasing and subscription-based solutions

Apr 24, 2026, at 02:27 pm

Automobile major Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. (NMIPL) and Avis India on Thursaday announced a strategic partnership to strengthen corporate mobility and leasing solutions in India by introducing integrated leasing and subscription offerings.

Infosys shares extend losses to 6% post Q4 results

Apr 24, 2026, at 01:43 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of Infosys fell sharply on Friday, extending losses to around 6 percent after the company’s fourth-quarter results, according to media reports.

Meta to cut 8,000 jobs: Reports

Apr 24, 2026, at 10:31 am

Tech major Meta is planning to lay off roughly 10% of its workforce — around 8,000 employees — joining the growing list of major companies cutting jobs amid the rising influence of artificial intelligence.

As Tim Cook steps down, Sundar Pichai’s reaction grabs attention

Apr 22, 2026, at 07:05 pm

Apple Inc. is set for a major leadership transition, with Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook stepping down from his role effective September 1, 2026.

Pension guarantee that’s winning India: Atal Pension Yojana records 9 crore subscribers

Apr 22, 2026, at 05:26 pm

The Atal Pension Yojana (APY), a flagship social security initiative of the Government of India administered by the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA), has crossed a major milestone, with total gross enrolments surpassing 9 crore subscribers as of Tuesday.

Online Holiday Insurance for International Trips: A Well-Prepared Buyer's Checklist for Indian Travellers in 2026

Apr 22, 2026, at 04:18 pm

An international trip is guided by multiple checkpoints. This includes visa approvals, managing expenses and curating itineraries. But when it comes to international holiday insurance, there are a few key aspects you should closely monitor. To help you choose the right travel medical insurance, a list of essential covers prevents you from overlooking coverage options that must be present in the insurance policy.

Persistent Systems shares fall 5% after weak Q4 earnings miss

Apr 22, 2026, at 12:02 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of Persistent Systems Ltd. declined around 5 percent on Wednesday after the company reported a weaker-than-expected fourth quarter performance, according to media reports.

HCLTech shares plunge 10%, log worst single-day fall in over a decade

Apr 22, 2026, at 11:30 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of HCLTech Ltd. plunged nearly 10 percent on Wednesday, marking their worst single-day performance since October 2015, according to media reports.

Sensex crashes 800 pts, Nifty below 24,500 as markets shrug off Trump’s Iran ceasefire extension

Apr 22, 2026, at 10:53 am

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market opened in the red on Wednesday despite a temporary easing of tensions in West Asia, according to media reports.

Big milestone alert: UltraTech Cement crosses 200 MTPA capacity

Apr 21, 2026, at 05:27 pm

UltraTech Cement Limited, the cement flagship of the Aditya Birla Group, announced that it will surpass 200+ million tonnes per annum (MTPA) of installed cement manufacturing capacity in India, with the Company set to commission three new cement grinding units on Tuesday, with a cumulative capacity of 8.7 MTPA.

Amazon’s $25 billion AI gamechanger: Inside the massive $100 billion Anthropic deal

Apr 21, 2026, at 02:15 pm

Tech giant Amazon has announced plans to invest up to $25 billion in Anthropic, deepening its partnership with the fast-rising artificial intelligence firm.

How Payouts APIs Power Seamless Global Payments for Modern Platforms

Apr 21, 2026, at 01:15 pm

Accepting payments seamlessly has been the prime focus of businesses for the longest time. Payment gateways made it effortless for businesses to collect money from customers anywhere in the world. However, as the digital economy is diversifying and has become a healthy mix of marketplaces, gig economy platforms, and fintech aggregators, sending money out has become equally important.

Oil jumps over 5% as Strait of Hormuz closure fuels supply fears

Apr 20, 2026, at 12:10 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Oil prices surged over 5 percent on Monday after Iran once again shut the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions in West Asia, media reports said.

Markets remain volatile amid West Asia tensions, rising crude

Apr 20, 2026, at 11:14 am

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market remained volatile on Monday as the ongoing tensions in West Asia and rising crude oil prices sent mixed signals, media reports said.

From minerals to microchips: Odisha’s big leap into future tech

Apr 19, 2026, at 09:02 pm

The foundation stone for India’s first advanced 3D chip packaging unit was laid on Sunday at Info Valley in Bhubaneswar, marking a major step toward strengthening the country’s semiconductor ecosystem.

Game changer: India’s first Advanced 3D Glass Semiconductor Packaging Unit to be unveiled in Odisha

Apr 18, 2026, at 03:35 pm

Odisha is set to take a major leap toward becoming a global hub for advanced semiconductor manufacturing, with the groundbreaking ceremony of India’s first Advanced 3D Glass Semiconductor Packaging Unit scheduled for April 19, 2026, in Bhubaneswar.

Meta eyes first wave of layoffs on May 20: Report

Apr 18, 2026, at 12:53 pm

The workforce in Meta Platforms is set for a sweeping overhaul with the tech giant aiming for the first wave of layoffs on May 20, Reuters reported.

Apollo Micro Systems shares surge 13% after defence deal from Indian government

Apr 17, 2026, at 02:38 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of Apollo Micro Systems Ltd. surged over 13% on Friday after the company secured a defence manufacturing licence from the Government of India, media reports said.

Adani Group shares rise as Gautam Adani becomes Asia’s richest, overtakes Mukesh Ambani

Apr 17, 2026, at 01:54 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: The list of Asia’s richest individuals has witnessed a reshuffle, with Gautam Adani overtaking Mukesh Ambani to claim the top spot, media reports said.

Lenskart dress code row: Hijab allowed, bindi restriction triggers backlash; CEO responds

Apr 16, 2026, at 11:29 pm

Eyewear major Lenskart found itself at the centre of a controversy after an internal dress code document surfaced online, appearing to restrict symbols like bindi, tilak and religious threads, while permitting hijab with conditions. 

Markets erase early gains; Sensex falls over 200 pts, Nifty slips below 24,150

Apr 16, 2026, at 12:50 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market relinquished its early gains and turned sharply lower in afternoon trade on Thursday, according to media reports.

Rupee rises 9 paise, upside limited by dollar demand

Apr 16, 2026, at 11:52 am

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian currency edged higher on Thursday, with the rupee gaining 9 paise against the US dollar, according to media reports.

Tejas Networks shares fall 3% after weak Q4; net loss widens to Rs 211 crore

Apr 16, 2026, at 11:28 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of Tejas Networks slipped around 3% after the company reported a weak fourth-quarter performance, according to media reports.