Rimjhim Singh

Fed rate decision tonight: Will inflation push Kevin Warsh towards a hike?

The US Federal Reserve is set to announce its latest interest rate decision today. Here's what the move could mean for the US economy, markets

In a first, Japan records more than 100,000 people aged 100 or older

Women account for nearly 88 per cent of Japan's centenarians, with 94,298 aged 100 or older, compared with 13,379 men, according to the latest data by Japan's health ministry

Run a small shop? How to check whether UPI MDR applies to you

UPI payments above ₹2,000 will attract a merchant fee for eligible businesses from October 15. Here's how small shopkeepers can check if the new MDR rules apply to them

Uttarakhand, Haryana, four other states sign Kishau Dam pact: Key details

Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Rajasthan and Delhi signed the Kishau Dam pact for a 232.6-metre dam on the Tons River along the Uttarakhand-Himachal Pradesh border

BHEL, Titagarh Rail sign JV for 35-year Vande Bharat sleeper trains upkeep

Bharat Heavy Electricals and Titagarh Rail Systems will hold equal stakes in the proposed company, with each owning 50 per cent

Why is China tightening travel rules for its citizens travelling abroad?

China has introduced tighter rules for citizens travelling abroad, with greater scrutiny for officials and workers in sensitive sectors amid concerns over technology and national security

UPI payments up to ₹2,000 to remain free: What it means for users

The Centre has said banks and payment system providers cannot charge for UPI transactions up to ₹2,000 or payments made through RuPay-powered debit cards

How AI-generated music is emerging as a threat to streaming royalties

Music companies and streaming platforms are tightening rules as AI makes it easier to create fake songs and streams, raising concerns over fraud and lost royalties for genuine artists

Weekly policy watch: Retail, wholesale inflation data in focus this week

India's policy calendar this week will focus on inflation data and forex reserves figures, offering clues on price pressures and India's external financial position

Brics declaration balances tariffs, sanctions and West Asia concerns: GTRI

At the 18th Brics Summit, the New Delhi Declaration has criticised tariffs, sanctions and carbon trade measures linked to Western countries without naming them

Explained: What is Article 371(K) and what could it mean for Ladakh?

The Centre and Ladakh representatives have made progress on a proposed new political framework, with key questions on powers, safeguards and the role of local bodies still under discussion

UPI Tap and Pay explained: How it works, key features, and its benefits

Digital payments are getting a new option. Here's what RBI's new UPI Tap and Pay feature is all about, how it works and what it could mean for users:

Anthropic says it blocked AI use linked to biological weapons research

Anthropic has disclosed five cases in which researchers used its Claude AI models for work that could support biological weapons development, including research involving viruses, toxins

From Oracle to Amazon: Tech giants drive global wave of layoffs in 2026

More than 128,000 tech jobs have been cut globally in 2026, surpassing last year's total, as companies including Oracle, Amazon, Dell and Uber restructure and boost AI spending

Punjab HC strikes down Income Tax Act's Section 147A as unconstitutional

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has struck down Section 147A of the Income Tax Act as unconstitutional, affecting rules on who can issue reassessment notices under the faceless tax system

Trump vows $5,000 dividend for US adults if Republicans win midterms

US President Donald Trump said the $5,000 dividend must be spent in the US, adding that he does not want recipients to use the money in countries such as Canada, China or Germany

Brics Summit 2026: Inside India's year-long chairship, key agenda

India will host the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 12-13, with leaders set to discuss security, growth, innovation, sustainability and Global South priorities

PVR, Multiplex Association challenge 2% cess; Karnataka HC seeks state reply

PVR INOX and the Multiplex Association have challenged Karnataka's 2% cinema cess, saying it cannot be collected before the law officially comes into force

India's carbon credit scheme gets UK nod: What it means for exporters

The UK has recognised India's carbon credit scheme under its CBAM rules, which could reduce the carbon tax burden on Indian exporters of steel and cement

US-Canada trade war escalates: A look at which goods face new tariffs

The US and Canada have stepped up their trade war, with both sides imposing new tariffs and curbs on goods amid a breakdown in negotiations