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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

What are war crimes?

Disturbed by the images of deaths in Bucha, in Ukraine, the UN human rights chief Michelle Bachelet said that reports raise questions of possible war crimes. But what qualifies as a war crime?

What are edge data centres and why are they essential for 5G?

NxtGen Datacenter and Cloud Technologies have announced Rs 1,300 cr investment to set up 236 edge centres in India. So is RailTel, in the country's rural and semi-urban areas. Let us find out why

Why foreign diplomats are rushing to New Delhi?

Russia and Mexico's foreign minister, UK's foreign secretary, US deputy national security advisor and Netherland's security advisor were in New Delhi last week. What explains this diplomatic traffic?

What are the challenges facing the PLI scheme?

Apple is ramping up its production in India. The govt's production-linked incentive, or PLI scheme, seems to have helped it. Is it good for other sectors too? And what are the challenges it is facing?

What are carbon credits?

Investors happily bid adieu to another profitable financial year. Environmentalists too were a relieved lot as the concept of carbon credits was gaining ground. Find out more about carbon credits

What does the Axis-Citi deal mean for Citi's India customers?

Citigroup has sealed the deal with Axis Bank to sell its consumer businesses for nearly $2 bn. What does Citi's exit from India mean for its customers here? And what Axis is going to gain from it?

Can opening of procurement market to UAE firms lead to a tricky situation?

India has finally inked free-trade agreement with UAE. Delhi has extended 'national treatment' status to UAE firms in bidding for central govt tenders. Why has it raised concerns in several quarters?

Everything you need to know about the drone-as-a-service model

The government has said that wants to make India a global drone hub by 2030. Promoting the drone-as-a-service model is one of the ways to achieve this target. Let us know more about it

What is ransomware?

People, organizations and the government are always on the guard against malware. And, of the lot, ransomware is among the most notorious. Watch this report to know more about the growing menace

Oscars for OTT

This year, OTT streamers achieved the feat of scooping the best movie award, apart from 35 nominations in the Academy Awards. But back home, OTT's future is linked to vernacular programs and films

How rupee-ruble trade mechanism is shaping up

India is exploring a rupee-rouble trade mechanism with Russia to circumvent the sanctions on Moscow by the US and its allies. What are the options and how feasible will they be in the long run?

From immersive video to holograms: What will 5G experience be like?

Telcos are conducting 5G trials in India. Yesterday Airtel showcased high internet speed by recreating Kapil Dev's 175 run from 1983 World Cup in 4K to a spell-bounded audience in Manesar. Here's more

Covid-19 induced changes are here to stay after 2 years of first lockdown

Two years ago on this day, PM Narendra Modi had announced a 21-day lockdown, as the Covid-19 virus started wreaking havoc. We look at how the pandemic has altered the way we live, work and consume

What is attracting IT giants to smaller cities?

Tech companies are venturing into smaller cities in search of talents. And they are finding many in cities like Coimbatore, Bhubaneswar, Lucknow and Jaipur. What are the reasons for this trend?