Sarjna Rai

Chinese parents sue OpenAI over daughter's death linked to ChatGPT advice

The parents allege that ChatGPT encouraged their daughter to reduce her epilepsy medication and are seeking stricter restrictions on AI-generated medical advice

Delhi air quality improves after rain, AQI drops to 111 on Friday morning

Overnight rainfall brings relief to the national capital, with the AQI improving from 229 on Thursday to 111 on Friday morning

Sunil Bharti Mittal awarded France's Legion of Honour for business ties

France's highest civilian distinction acknowledges the Bharti Enterprises chairman's longstanding role in expanding business cooperation and strategic engagement between the two countries

Congress rally at Ramlila Maidan on Nov 1: What conditions have police set?

The police have cleared the INDIA bloc's November 1 rally at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan subject to conditions on CCTV, speeches, parking and crowd management

Akasa Air to boost pilot pay and benefits as it expands routes, fleet

Akasa Air will raise pilot salaries by up to 20% and expand leave and scheduling options as work-life balance and fatigue remain in focus across aviation

Trump admin warns Gulf states of likely renewed Iran war after US midterms

The Trump administration is preparing for possible renewed strikes after the November midterms, even as diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict remain ongoing

Supreme Court questions EC over use of Form 6 to restore names in Delhi SIR

The court questioned the use of Form 6 for previously registered voters and asked the poll panel to simplify re-inclusion procedures and consider removing cut-off dates

Mutual fund industry must shift from access to investor outcomes: Experts

At the Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026, experts said the next phase of mutual fund growth will depend on better investor outcomes, innovation, and rising incomes

Is high-net-worth investing getting democratised? Experts discuss

Speaking at the Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026, experts explored how SIFs and PMS complement mutual funds, while easier onboarding and wider distribution could support growth

GST relief not enough to make health insurance affordable, say experts

Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026: Experts said GST relief has eased premiums, but high medical costs, underinsurance, and a trust deficit remain key barriers to wider coverage

Agentic payments need clear consent and security rules: Industry leaders

At the BFSI Summit 2026, industry experts said AI agents could simplify everyday payments, but adoption hinges on verifying their identities and permissions

UPI's rising volumes need investment, minimal MDR can help: SBI Chairman

At the Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026, SBI Chairman CS Setty says a minimal MDR could support banks, with safeguards to protect consumers from extra charges

Small finance banks expand reach, but India's credit gap remains wide

After a decade of rapid growth, small finance banks are looking beyond their original mandate, even as they navigate microfinance stress and the challenge of building sustainable businesses

Indian banks face tighter liquidity, rising risks, says Axis Bank CEO

At the Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026, Axis Bank CEO Amitabh Chaudhry discussed tighter liquidity, credit growth, asset quality, and emerging risks for lenders

First human case of Shamonda virus detected in France: What to know

France has reported the first documented human infection with the Shamonda virus. There is no evidence of human-to-human transmission, but investigations into the case continue

Highway black spots: New penalties for contractors, but repairs lag

The government has given contractors 15 days to fix highway deficiencies after the first accident, while thousands of identified black spots await permanent rectification

NMC de-notifies 2023 medical education standards framework: What changes?

The move removes specific penalties under the 2023 rules, including fines for false declarations, while the NMC maintains that regulatory oversight will continue

Why is OpenAI lowering its valuation to $1.25 trn ahead of potential IPO?

The ChatGPT maker has lowered its valuation goal to $1.25 trillion as it seeks fresh capital ahead of a potential stock market listing in 2027

Why a flaw in PHP has put the internet's underlying code under scrutiny

AI tools helped researchers uncover serious weaknesses in PHP, raising fresh questions about how artificial intelligence could transform both cyber-security and hacking

India likely to meet climate targets as UNEP warns of global emissions gap

UNEP says India is likely to meet its climate targets under current policies. However, global emissions must fall much faster to limit peak warming and return to 1.5°C by the end of the century