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Elon Musk wants to get rid of Twitter spam bots. What are they?

Elon Musk is set to take charge of Twitter headquarters at San Francisco. One of the things that irked him on the social media platform is spam bots, which he promised to stamp out. Let us know more

Can open networks for digital commerce take on Amazon & Walmart?

The govt-backed open network for digital commerce (ONDC) was launched last week in select cities. Will it emerge as a challenger to the ecommerce giants? Will it benefit small sellers and the public?

What is credit score & why is it important?

A good credit score can help you tide over financial challenges. When you take a loan or a credit card, the lender checks your credit score to know your credit history. Find out what's credit score

What would Netflix's new model mean for the Indian OTT ecosystem?

Netflix's customer base shrunk by 2,00,000 during the January-March quarter, and likely to lose 2 mn more in the current quarter. It is now mulling a low-cost subscription, supported by advertising.

'Authenticate all real humans': Will Elon Musk end anonymity on Twitter?

Elon Musk is possibly the next Twitter chief. He calls Twitter a digital town square where matters vital to the future of humanity are debated. Find out how he may shape this influential platform.

Will South Indian cinema continue giving Bollywood a run for its money?

In the past six months, Southern cinemas such as Pushpa, RRR and KGF2 have shattered box office records. Is this a flash in the pan or a longer term trend? Let us find out in our next report

Will India become a global hub for traditional healing after AYUSH push?

PM Narendra Modi recently announced a set of measures to boost traditional medicines. The govt is now introducing a special AYUSH visa category along with a marking system to authenticate quality

Why Russia stares at first foreign default in a century?

Russia's war is now taking a turn for the worse. A host of sanctions has pushed it to the cusp of Russia's first default on foreign debt since the Bolshevik Revolution over a century ago. Find out mor

Covid booster shots won't be mandatory for all, says K Srinath Reddy

As cases of Covid-19 are rising in India, Business Standard's Bhaswar Kumar spoke to K Srinath Reddy, president of Public Health Foundation of India, about how the fourth wave is likely to play out

What are Swiss banks and how do they work?

Switzerland houses a number of banks famous for stashing huge amounts of wealth shielded by the country's age-old secrecy laws. Let's demystify the aura of secrecy around the banks there

What is Android Go?

For people who still use budget phones, Android had launched its GO editions. Last year, the Android 12 GO edition was rolled out in the market. Let's find out more about it

Will pursuing two degree courses simultaneously help students?

The govt has allowed undergraduate and postgraduate students to pursue two degrees simultaneously in the physical mode. Let us understand what this means for students and their employability

Israel's new air-defence system more affordable than a pizza

Israel has successfully tested it latest laser-based air-defence system. The next-gen defence system can track and destroy enemy projectiles with unprecedented accuracy. Let us know more about it

Which IT skills are likely to land you lucrative job offers?

People with skills in AI, cloud etc have been quitting jobs since 2021, giving employers a tough time. Take a look at the skills that are in demand amid the competition between IT firms and start-ups

Will a better monsoon provide some relief from inflation woes?

A sustained rise in crude oil prices led to inflation. Should Indians resign to the fact that food prices and retail inflation will continue to stay high? Or, will rain gods provide some relief?

Will India's green hydrogen projects fuel its future needs?

Govt had launched a green hydrogen policy in February this year. Companies like Reliance, Larsen & Tourbo and Adani have announced projects worth Rs 6 trillion. So how is this sector shaping up?

Why is India's basmati rice export seeing a decline?

India's basmati rice export has been witnessing a decline. It plunged to its lowest in the last four years in 2021. Is Indian basmati losing its shine, or is it a temporary phase?

What are Nostro and Vostro accounts?

The first stock market came up in Amsterdam in the 17th century. And the modern banking system evolved in Italy. The terms, Nostro and Vostro, came from that region. But what do they mean?

How are India's large municipal corporations fairing?

Parliament passes bill for unification of three Delhi municipal corporations. Mumbai, however, continues to be the wealthiest civic body. How's the financial condition of country's major civic bodies?

Tatas upping consumer-facing business with super app

Tata Group's much-awaited super-app will finally be launched tomorrow. Tata Neu is bringing all the company's digital services in one place, while also doubling down on its consumer-facing businesses