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No more 70-hour work weeks? China clamps down on 996 overtime culture

Amid mounting public backlash, court rulings, and employee fatigue, Chinese companies are slowly dismantling the once-glorified 996 culture in favour of legal work limits

Trump calls Xi 'very tough' after accusing China of breaching trade pact

Donald Trump ramps up US-China tensions, alleging Beijing violated a May minerals agreement, as trade talks with Xi Jinping stall, fresh visa curbs stir diplomatic unease

Adani Airports raises $750 mn to refinance debt and expand six airports

AAHL will use the funds to refinance $400 million in debt and invest in infrastructure and non-aero operations across six major airports

Nvidia overtakes Microsoft to become world's most valuable company again

Fueled by record AI chip demand and soaring stock gains, Nvidia's market cap hits $3.45 trillion, taking the spot of the most valuable company from Microsoft

Yes Bank to raise ₹16,000 crore via equity and debt; caps dilution at 10%

Yes Bank's board approves fund-raising plan of ₹16,000 crore and AoA changes as part of its agreement with Sumitomo Mitsui

FBI arrests Chinese researchers for smuggling lethal crop pathogen into US

US warns of agroterrorism threats after arresting a University of Michigan researcher and her partner for allegedly bringing a deadly fungus into the country

Google agrees to reforms in $500 mn antitrust settlement with shareholders

Google parent Alphabet will invest $500 million over a decade to overhaul compliance under a shareholder antitrust lawsuit

At $0, Musk lowest paid S&P 500 CEO in 2024: Why Tesla hasn't paid him?

Tesla chief Elon Musk becomes the lowest paid chief executive of a S&P 500 company as his $56 billion pay package from the EV maker remains in legal limbo

Harrier.ev launched with 627-km range at ₹21.49 lakh; bookings start Jul 2

Tata Motors unveils the all-electric Harrier.ev, offering a 627-km range, rapid charging, AWD performance, and off-road capability; bookings begin nationwide on July 2

Bill Gates pledges bulk of $200 billion fortune to Africa over next 20 yrs

Philanthropist outlines 20-year plan to invest in health, education, and AI-driven innovation across Africa through Gates Foundation's $200 billion commitment

TCS and Virgin Airlines sign 7-year agreement for AI, cloud upgrade

TCS will help modernise the Virgin Airlines' core technology systems, including pricing, seat allocation, maintenance, and anticipate customer preferences and meal choices

India's Russia ties, Brics role 'rubs US the wrong way': US Commerce Secy

US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick said trade talks are heading in a positive direction as India addresses 'sensitive' concerns raised by President Trump

UBS raises India's FY26 GDP forecast to 6.4% after strong Q4 growth

UBS ups India's economic growth outlook on strong Q4 performance, rural demand rebound, easing trade tensions, and low oil prices

India reports 5 Covid-19 deaths in 24 hours, active cases rise to 4,026

Covid-19 update: Kerala continues to be the most affected state, followed by Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Delhi

Would be delighted for India to produce a wide range of products: Lutnick

While the US is concerned about India's high tariffs, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the two countries could find common ground in a new trade agreement

China powers Pakistan's green energy ambitions amid IMF's loan conditions

With falling prices for wind, solar, and battery technologies, Pakistani companies expect a quicker return on renewable energy investment that may help them meet energy goals set by IMF

US to move forward with tariffs despite court ruling, say Trump aides

Trump tariffs: The US government has confirmed that the tariffs announced under President Donald Trump will proceed, with no plans to extend the 90-day tariff pause

Tesla not interested in manufacturing EVs in India, says Union minister

Tesla is likely preparing for a market launch in India, although local production isn't part of its initial plans

Airline profits to reach $36 bn in 2025 despite supply chain disruptions

Rise in passenger numbers and lower fuel costs drive airline revenue growth, while cargo revenue declines, says IATA

China accuses US of violating trade truce over chip curbs, vows retaliation

US-China truce in jeopardy as Washington and Beijing trade accusations over Geneva trade agreement violations