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Retail technology works best when it supports, not replaces staff: Study

The study found that, considering the social and technological context in which firms operate, their strategic choices shape their HR strategy, which in turn guides technology choices

Excise waiver for biogas blending can unlock ₹1 trn investment: IBA

The government in the recently announced Union Budget 2026, provided an excise duty waiver on Compressed Biogas (CBG) blended with Compressed Natural Gas

Coal demand set for uptick on rising power needs: Industry expert

The country's coal sector, after hitting a record one-billion-tonne production milestone, is staring at a surprise demand slowdown

India can emerge as key APAC data hub, must leverage renewables: Deloitte

Structural advantages such as lower construction and land costs, competitive power tariffs and a large AI-skilled workforce position the country favourably

Adani firm, NMDC, and Vale sign MoU to develop iron ore blending hub

The MoU was signed at the India-Brazil Business Forum Summit in New Delhi during the official visit of Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva

Coal India's Gevra block to become world's top mine by 2027: SECL CMD

Gevra mine, operated by South Eastern Coalfields Ltd (SECL), a subsidiary of Coal India, is India's largest opencast coal mine

Beer industry to invest ₹5,500 crore in UP in next three years: BAI

BAI represents three leading companies -- United Breweries Ltd (UBL), ABInBev and Carlsberg -- which together operate over 55 breweries and account for over 85 per cent of the beer sold in India

Trump's 10% tariff reset may lift India's labor-intensive exports

The US is a major export destination for these sectors and reduction of tariff will help boost exports, Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) Director General Ajay Sahai said

India-made robots shine at AI Impact Summit 2026 after early controversy

The SVAN-M2, which has an aluminium alloy body and legs, uses its light detection and ranging (LiDAR) device to create accurate 3D representations of its environment

SBI invests in startup-focused funds to boost India's MSME ecosystem: MD

At the same time, he emphasised that "compliance of prudential standards guidelines across governance and regulatory parameters remains a zero compromise in India

India must innovate, not copy others' tech, says Sebi ED Sunil Kadam

Kadam said India has to funnel more money into research and development so that such instances are avoided, and exuded confidence that India has the capabilities to be a leader in innovation

Pharma exports rise 9.4% in FY25; industry eyes double-digit growth

Issues pertaining to pharmaceuticals exports were discussed between the government officials and industry during Chintan Shivir in Ahmedabad

Made in India chip very important for developed nation: PM Modi

The investment is expected to create over 3,500 direct and indirect jobs, build local supply chains, and attract ecosystem partners across the semiconductor value chain

Andhra Pradesh to host energy 'Investment Bazar' in Vijayawada on Feb 24

Chief Secretary Vijayanand noted that the event is being organised under Energy Efficiency Financing Platform initiative of Bureau of Energy Efficiency, Government of India

India's gaming boom on rise but addiction oversight struggles to match pace

India has embraced gaming as an industry while the behavioural systems required to manage addiction are still evolving

NCLT clears withdrawal of insolvency proceedings against Mahagun

The decision follows the company's settlement with IDBI Trusteeship Services; the NCLT order further records that all pending applications in the matter stand disposed of

Need to be alert about AI for transparency: CCI chairperson Ravneet Kaur

CCI Chairperson Ravneet Kaur says regulators must stay alert as AI adoption accelerates, stressing transparency, accountability and competition safeguards to prevent unfair conduct in digital markets

All major countries on board to sign AI Delhi declaration: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Details about New Delhi Declaration expected to be announced on Saturday

Bharti Airtel, Zscaler launch AI and Cyber Threat Research Centre

Joint venture to identify and prevent potential cyber, AI threats targeting critical national infrastructure

Majority of VC community in India very risk averse, says Vinod Khosla

Vinod Khosla says Indian VCs are overly focused on short-term revenue and liquidity, avoiding bold bets needed for innovation, while AI is set to disrupt IT services and BPO firms