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Rishika Agarwal

Rishika Agarwal

Rishika Agarwal

Rishika Agarwal is a Senior Sub-Editor at Business Standard, covering everything from global developments and the economy to startups, technology, and human-interest stories. She loves untangling complex ideas and turning them into stories anyone can enjoy. When not in the newsroom, she’s often found lost in a book, pausing to admire art, or letting herself get carried away by music.

Rishika Agarwal is a Senior Sub-Editor at Business Standard, covering everything from global developments and the economy to startups, technology, and human-interest stories. She loves untangling complex ideas and turning them into stories anyone can enjoy. When not in the newsroom, she’s often found lost in a book, pausing to admire art, or letting herself get carried away by music.

Rishika Agarwal

AWS denies global outage report, says services functioning normally

The outage left many users in the US unable to access gaming platforms such as Fortnite, Rocket League and other Epic Games titles

AWS denies global outage report, says services functioning normally
Updated On : 25 Dec 2025 | 3:52 PM IST

Zepto preparing to confidentially file draft IPO papers tomorrow: Details

Founded nearly six years ago, Zepto is likely to become one of the youngest startups in India to launch an initial public offering

Zepto preparing to confidentially file draft IPO papers tomorrow: Details
Updated On : 25 Dec 2025 | 3:24 PM IST

Pakistan's oldest brewery resumes alcohol exports after decades-long ban

Murree's suspension was highlighted in 2017 when another brewery, run by a Chinese company, was allowed to operate in Pakistan

Pakistan's oldest brewery resumes alcohol exports after decades-long ban
Updated On : 25 Dec 2025 | 12:27 PM IST

Delhi traffic advisory for Christmas: Check alternate routes, diversions

Traffic will be diverted at major junctions such as Sheikh Sarai red light on Lal Bahadur Shastri Marg, Asian Market red light on MB Road, and PTS Malviya Nagar red light

Delhi traffic advisory for Christmas: Check alternate routes, diversions
Updated On : 25 Dec 2025 | 10:02 AM IST

Adani-promoted Navi Mumbai airport kicks off commercial flight operations

The Navi Mumbai airport is expected to ease pressure on the existing Mumbai airport and increase air travel capacity in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region

Adani-promoted Navi Mumbai airport kicks off commercial flight operations
Updated On : 25 Dec 2025 | 10:01 AM IST

AI threatening Party rule in China? Here's what Xi Jinping's govt is doing

China's worried that Chatbot's ability to generate independent responses could lead people to question Communist Party rule and official narratives

AI threatening Party rule in China? Here's what Xi Jinping's govt is doing
Updated On : 24 Dec 2025 | 3:37 PM IST

How India travelled in 2025: Spiritual, concert-led trips top the chart

This surge in spiritual travel was much higher than the steady growth seen in 2024, when pilgrimage destinations such as Ayodhya and Varanasi recorded 50% growth

How India travelled in 2025: Spiritual, concert-led trips top the chart
Updated On : 24 Dec 2025 | 1:45 PM IST

Trump's top adviser says children of immigrants a 'problem' for US

These comments come as the US administration is asking the Supreme Court to back Trump's executive order to end birthright citizenship

Trump's top adviser says children of immigrants a 'problem' for US
Updated On : 24 Dec 2025 | 12:48 PM IST

Why LVM3-M6 BlueBird Block-2 mission is a milestone for Isro: Details

The LVM3-M6 BlueBird Block-2 is a commercial mission launched by Isro using its LVM3 rocket to place a heavy communication satellite into low Earth orbit

Why LVM3-M6 BlueBird Block-2 mission is a milestone for Isro: Details
Updated On : 24 Dec 2025 | 10:52 AM IST

US removes H-1B visa lottery selection: How will it impact Indian workers?

Under the new system, visas will be allocated based on skill levels and offered wages rather than through random selection

US removes H-1B visa lottery selection: How will it impact Indian workers?
Updated On : 24 Dec 2025 | 9:22 AM IST

Delhi-based MBA dupes investors from Dubai, Japan, Canada of ₹1,000 cr

After relocating to Dubai in 2010, Soni started BlueChip Group in 2021, claiming it invested money in forex trading and commodities like gold, oil and metals

Delhi-based MBA dupes investors from Dubai, Japan, Canada of ₹1,000 cr
Updated On : 23 Dec 2025 | 3:41 PM IST

Pakistan's national airline PIA is up for sale: Who are the 3 bidders?

To attract more investors, the government reduced PIA's debt, removed sales tax on new aircraft, and offered protection from select taxes and legal issues to revive interest in the sale

Pakistan's national airline PIA is up for sale: Who are the 3 bidders?
Updated On : 23 Dec 2025 | 3:14 PM IST

Telegram founder Durov to cover IVF costs for women using his donated sperm

Pavel Durov so far has six children from three partners and has more than 100 other children in 12 countries through sperm donation

Telegram founder Durov to cover IVF costs for women using his donated sperm
Updated On : 23 Dec 2025 | 12:42 PM IST

Assam's West Karbi Anglong hit by violence amid eviction protests: Details

Violent protests in Assam's West Karbi Anglong over demands to remove alleged encroachers saw houses damaged, a BJP leader's ancestral home torched, and prohibitory orders imposed to curb unrest

Assam's West Karbi Anglong hit by violence amid eviction protests: Details
Updated On : 23 Dec 2025 | 11:21 AM IST

Need Greenland for security; Russian, Chinese all over the place: Trump

Denmark and Greenland have said that Greenland belongs to its people and the US cannot take it, even in the name of 'international security'

Need Greenland for security; Russian, Chinese all over the place: Trump
Updated On : 23 Dec 2025 | 9:49 AM IST

Run-up to FY27 Budget: Which sectors got biggest boost in last 3 Budgets?

The Confederation of Indian Industry expects the FY27 Budget to focus strongly on boosting investments to sustain India's high growth momentum

Run-up to FY27 Budget: Which sectors got biggest boost in last 3 Budgets?
Updated On : 22 Dec 2025 | 4:35 PM IST

India Inc believes AI enhances productivity, quality of work: EY report

In India, where 800 employees and 50 employers were surveyed, a strong environment supports employee engagement and resilience in the changing AI landscape

India Inc believes AI enhances productivity, quality of work: EY report
Updated On : 22 Dec 2025 | 3:29 PM IST

From Sofia Qureshi to Maithili Thakur: Women who broke barriers in 2025

In 2025, Indian women left a decisive mark across governance, security, sports and culture, shaping outcomes, changing policies, breaking records and inspiring millions nationwide

From Sofia Qureshi to Maithili Thakur: Women who broke barriers in 2025
Updated On : 22 Dec 2025 | 1:49 PM IST

India-New Zealand trade deal finalised: Which sectors are set to gain?

The deal includes sweeping tariff cuts, expanded services access, enhanced labour mobility and a long-term investment commitment

India-New Zealand trade deal finalised: Which sectors are set to gain?
Updated On : 22 Dec 2025 | 1:43 PM IST

India-New Zealand FTA to bring in $20 bn investment, visa access boost

The India-New Zealand FTA promises $20 billion investment over 15 years, zero-duty access for Indian exports and a new capped skilled visa pathway for Indian professionals

India-New Zealand FTA to bring in $20 bn investment, visa access boost
Updated On : 22 Dec 2025 | 11:40 AM IST