Sonal Varma, Economist, Nomura

Why India’s stock market could soon get a new fear gauge

The NSE is working on a new volatility index that could eventually replace or complement India VIX. But why does the market need a new fear gauge? And what could it mean for investors and derivatives

India wants to make EV batteries: Why local batteries will not make EV cars cheaper

India is investing thousands of crores to manufacture EV batteries at home. But does that automatically mean cheaper electric vehicles? Not quite. Here's why experts say the real challenge is much big

Live near a toll plaza? NHAI now lets you get your local pass online: Who can apply?

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has launched a digital local toll pass on the RajmargYatra app for residents living within 20 km of eligible toll plazas.

What are Sonam Wangchuk’s three conditions for ending his hunger strike? CJP protest in Delhi

Sonam Wangchuk has said he will end his 20-day hunger strike only if three conditions are fulfilled. The demands come ahead of the Cockroach Janata Party's planned march to Parliament on July 20.

Offline UPI payments? UPI may soon work without the internet: How will it work?

India may soon enable offline UPI payments, allowing users to make transactions even without an internet connection on either their phone or the merchant's Point of Sale, or PoS device.

Opportunities in Automated manufacturing

In this session, Dr.Sandhya Haridas, VP, Global Delivery Unit Head, L&T Technology Services, talks about AI, automated manufacturing and provides career tips.

Corporate India starts FY27 strong: What's driving the 11-quarter high? | IT | Metals | Banks

Corporate India's Q1FY27 earnings season has kicked off on a strong note. Early results show the fastest profit growth in 11 quarters, driven by banks, Reliance Industries, IT services and metal.

India’s first flying taxi is here: When can you actually ride one

The ePlane Company, an IIT Madras-incubated startup, launched India's first electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft prototype earlier this month. The battery-powered aircraft.

OnePlus may exit key global markets: What’s behind the reported plan

OnePlus is planning a phased restructuring of its global operations, beginning with the US and Europe, while continuing operations in India for now, according to a Bloomberg report.

US caps foreign students stay at 4 years: What it means for Indian students | Trump | US visa

The US has ended the decades-old Duration of Status (D/S) policy for international students, replacing it with a fixed student visa period of up to four years.