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Apexa Rai

Apexa Rai

Apexa Rai

Apexa Rai is a journalist at Business Standard’s web desk with over two years of newsroom experience. She covers economy, policy, corporate developments, politics in India and around the world, and shows a keen interest in geopolitics.

Apexa Rai is a journalist at Business Standard’s web desk with over two years of newsroom experience. She covers economy, policy, corporate developments, politics in India and around the world, and shows a keen interest in geopolitics.

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India, Indonesia to jointly develop Sabang Port; sign BrahMos, Astra deals

The agreements, signed during PM Modi's visit to Jakarta, span defence, Indo-Pacific maritime cooperation, critical minerals, and industrial supply chains

India, Indonesia to jointly develop Sabang Port; sign BrahMos, Astra deals
Updated On : 07 Jul 2026 | 12:48 PM IST

Nearly 50% of UDAN routes no longer operational while govt begins 2nd phase

Commercial flights continue on only 336 of 669 routes launched under the regional connectivity scheme since 2017, with airlines citing airport readiness, funding and access to metro hubs as challenges

Nearly 50% of UDAN routes no longer operational while govt begins 2nd phase
Updated On : 04 Jul 2026 | 3:38 PM IST

PM Modi to visit Australia for bilateral summit with Albanese from July 8

The visit will focus on strengthening bilateral cooperation in trade, defence, technology and regional security under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

PM Modi to visit  Australia for bilateral summit with Albanese from July 8
Updated On : 04 Jul 2026 | 12:55 PM IST

Delhi's winter WFH mandate prompts companies to rethink workplace policies

Mandatory 50 per cent office attendance cap from November to January pushes companies to revisit workforce planning, though industry says implementation will vary across sectors

Delhi's winter WFH mandate prompts companies to rethink workplace policies
Updated On : 04 Jul 2026 | 11:27 AM IST

Delhi likely to see light rain today as monsoon gains pace across country

The national capital is set to get light rain with thunderstorms and gusty winds on Saturday as the weather office issues very heavy rainfall warnings for Gujarat, Odisha and parts of Madhya Pradesh

Delhi likely to see light rain today as monsoon gains pace across country
Updated On : 04 Jul 2026 | 9:52 AM IST

Why earthquakes of similar magnitude can have very different outcomes

Venezuela and Japan were both rocked by powerful earthquakes on June 24, but why did one suffer widespread destruction while the other escaped with limited damage?

Why earthquakes of similar magnitude can have very different outcomes
Updated On : 03 Jul 2026 | 2:51 PM IST

Weather update: Delhi braces for storms; heavy rain, waterlogging in Mumbai

Delhi is set for two spells of rain with gusty winds, while Mumbai remains on orange alert after flooding and two rain-related deaths, as IMD forecasts widespread heavy rainfall on July 3

Weather update: Delhi braces for storms; heavy rain, waterlogging in Mumbai
Updated On : 03 Jul 2026 | 9:38 AM IST

AI was meant to cut costs. Why is it becoming the biggest new expense?

Firms embraced AI to boost productivity and cut costs; but with spending on subscriptions, infra and governance rising, is AI delivering returns, or simply creating another recurring business expense?

AI was meant to cut costs. Why is it becoming the biggest new expense?
Updated On : 02 Jul 2026 | 4:07 PM IST

SC tears into AI-hallucinated judgments, sets aside NCLT insolvency order

The apex court quashed an NCLT insolvency order after finding reliance on non-existent AI-generated judgments, warning that even a single fake precedent can invalidate a judicial decision

SC tears into AI-hallucinated judgments, sets aside NCLT insolvency order
Updated On : 02 Jul 2026 | 2:03 PM IST

OpenAI discusses giving US govt 5% stake as Trump weighs public share in AI

OpenAI's proposal comes as the Trump administration weighs measures to ensure Americans benefit from profits made by AI companies while increasing scrutiny of advanced models

OpenAI discusses giving US govt 5% stake as Trump weighs public share in AI
Updated On : 02 Jul 2026 | 12:11 PM IST

What is autoimmune gastritis, the condition Bryan Johnson says he has?

Longevity entrepreneur Bryan Johnson has said that his stomach 'is eating itself' after being diagnosed with autoimmune gastritis: so what do we know about this rare condition?

What is autoimmune gastritis, the condition Bryan Johnson says he has?
Updated On : 02 Jul 2026 | 11:50 AM IST

Delhi wakes to heavy rain as IMD issues red alert; Mumbai on orange alert

Morning showers brought respite from intense heat and humidity in Delhi as the IMD warned of thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds of up to 60 kmph and multiple spells of rain

Delhi wakes to heavy rain as IMD issues red alert; Mumbai on orange alert
Updated On : 02 Jul 2026 | 8:06 AM IST

Rain to bring relief in Delhi today; monsoon showers intensify across India

Monsoon activity is expected to remain vigorous across the country, with heavy rainfall warnings in several states and thunderstorms forecast in Delhi

Rain to bring relief in Delhi today; monsoon showers intensify across India
Updated On : 30 Jun 2026 | 11:37 AM IST

Delhi sizzles as feels-like temperature nears 50°C, monsoon advances north

Heatwave conditions are likely in some areas of Delhi, while several states are expected to receive heavy rainfall and thunderstorms today as the monsoon continues to advance

Delhi sizzles as feels-like temperature nears 50°C, monsoon advances north
Updated On : 28 Jun 2026 | 9:17 AM IST

Is electricity the new oil? Why firms are pushing towards electrification

From electric vehicles to battery factories and AI data centres, electrification is emerging as the next frontier of economic growth, but will it do to the world what oil did in the last century?

Is electricity the new oil? Why firms are pushing towards electrification
Updated On : 26 Jun 2026 | 4:55 PM IST

Goldman Sachs lifts India GDP forecast to 6.8% for 2026 after US-Iran deal

The brokerage raised India's GDP forecast, while cutting its inflation estimate to 4.4% and current account deficit forecast to 1.1% of GDP, on falling crude oil prices after the US-Iran peace deal

Goldman Sachs lifts India GDP forecast to 6.8% for 2026 after US-Iran deal
Updated On : 26 Jun 2026 | 4:13 PM IST

Rolex, daggers, dragon sculptures: Inside India's diplomatic gift auction

Luxury watches, artworks, ceremonial objects and cultural artefacts gifted to Indian dignitaries are being auctioned through the MEA's Toshakhana, offering a glimpse into the 'gift diplomacy'

Rolex, daggers, dragon sculptures: Inside India's diplomatic gift auction
Updated On : 26 Jun 2026 | 2:21 PM IST

Alembic Pharma gets USFDA nod for drug to treat influenza A and B in babies

The drug that has received the final approval from the US regulatory body is Oseltamivir Phosphate for Oral Suspension, 6 mg/mL

Alembic Pharma gets USFDA nod for drug to treat influenza A and B in babies
Updated On : 26 Jun 2026 | 11:28 AM IST

NHAI plans ATMS for highways. What is it and how will it transform traffic?

From AI-enabled surveillance to automated incident detection, here's how Advanced Traffic Management Systems will transform highway travel

NHAI plans ATMS for highways. What is it and how will it transform traffic?
Updated On : 26 Jun 2026 | 11:21 AM IST

Meet Mahesh Dixit, the next IB chief set to succeed Tapan Kumar Deka

A 1993-batch IPS officer of the Andhra Pradesh cadre, Dixit currently serves as IB Special Director and will head the intelligence agency for a two-year term, the government order said

Meet Mahesh Dixit, the next IB chief set to succeed Tapan Kumar Deka
Updated On : 26 Jun 2026 | 8:54 AM IST