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Political parties realign in quest for BMC ahead of crucial civic polls

As Mumbai votes after nine years, the ₹74,000-crore BMC budget-bigger than many states-puts fiscal strength, infrastructure gaps and poll promises under sharp focus

Two-wheeler industry expects 6-9% growth in 2026 on GST cut, urban demand

India's two-wheeler industry is seen growing 6-9% in 2026, though a proposed ABS mandate for sub-125cc models could push up prices and temper volumes

India to manufacture 3 nanometre chips by 2032, says Ashwini Vaishnaw

From chips to sovereign AI, Ashwini Vaishnaw lays out how India plans to build a full-stack tech ecosystem and become a major semiconductor and AI power by 2032

Municipal bond issuances hit new record in FY26 due to fiscal support

Backed by AMRUT 2.0 incentives and rising investor demand, India's municipal bond market hits a record, with more cities tapping capital markets in 2025

India's iPhone exports hit ₹2 trillion in CY25, a first since 2021

Apple's iPhone exports from India crossed ₹2 trillion in 2025, marking a major milestone for the PLI scheme and India's fast-deepening electronics manufacturing ecosystem

BJP turns to women for victory in Assam amid rising female turnout

With women voting in record numbers, the BJP is banking on welfare schemes like Orunodoi and MMUA to consolidate female support ahead of Assam's Assembly elections

Bata laces up plans to build India as global sourcing hub: Gunjan Shah

Bata India plans to scale up to 3,000 stores, deepen omnichannel play and drive product-led growth as casual and premium footwear demand reshapes the market

Assam economy: Gains and gaps amid growth, debt, welfare challenges

Assam has emerged as India's fastest-growing state economy over five years, but a low base, fiscal pressures and social challenges temper the headline growth story

Uber targets India's $13 billion corporate transportation market

Ride-hailing giant expands employee transportation services as GCCs fuel demand

US withdrawal a setback for global efforts: ReNew CEO Sumant Sinha

ReNew Chairman Sumant Sinha calls the US exit from climate bodies a setback, flags grid delays, PLI challenges and outlines what the renewable sector wants from the Budget

Vodafone Idea's chance to dial stability may reshape India's telecom market

Debt-laden Vodafone Idea has been given a chance to turn itself around. This is also crucial for the government, which wants to avoid a duopoly in the telecom sector

Surprising overreach by the US, BCCI puts power and restraint to the test

From US military adventurism abroad to the BCCI's intervention in cricketing choices, overreach-state or non-state-risks undermining diplomacy, rules and trust

Trade, talent, tech on table as Friedrich Merz's visit begins on Monday

India, Germany to advance deals in semiconductors, green energy, mobility

India needs specific AI regulations for Grok-like issues: Experts

The Grok controversy has exposed gaps in India's tech laws, reviving calls for AI-specific regulation, conditional safe harbour, and stronger safeguards against misuse of generative tools

Grok controversy: X admits lapses, blocks 3.5K posts, 600 accounts

After government pressure, X removes thousands of obscene Grok-generated images in India, but the fight over platform liability and user misuse is far from over

Statsguru: 'Gigification' of Indian economy and the future of work

What is often framed as flexible employment increasingly resembles regular work, raising questions around hours, pay and working conditions

Compliance to compassion: A cultural shift at India's financial regulator

A cultural shift for India's financial regulator - from rule-based monitor to human-centred facilitator

India's exports of petroleum products touched record high in 2025

This despite West sanctions on Russian oil and Suez Canal hurdles

Increasing discomfort: AI and social media need new norms of regulation

The Grok controversy shows how fast-moving AI is outpacing laws, forcing governments to rethink how to curb explicit content without undermining free speech

New tariff threat: Additional duties on exports will raise risks for India

Rising US tariff threats over Russia ties are straining India's trade outlook, putting exports, investment flows and economic stability at fresh risk