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AI cuts cyberattack response time, raises risks: Palo Alto's Quinn

AI has shortened ransomware attack timelines, making cybersecurity more complex and requiring firms to embed protection from the outset, says Palo Alto Networks executive

Govt unveils ₹497 cr RELIEF scheme to aid exporters hit by West Asia crisis

Government launches ₹497 crore RELIEF scheme to support exporters hit by West Asia disruptions, offering risk cover and cost relief on freight and insurance

At 71, Keki Mistry underscores integrity at HDFC Bank amid concerns

Keki Mistry takes charge as interim chairman of HDFC Bank, assuring stakeholders on governance and integrity after Atanu Chakraborty's resignation

Parl panel flags 67% vacancies at UGC, seeks time-bound hiring drive

Parliamentary panel flags over two-thirds vacancies at UGC, warns of impact on grants, monitoring and NEP rollout, calls for time-bound hiring drive

Strike on Iran South Pars gas field coordinated with US: Israeli officials

Trump said in a social media post that Washington "knew nothing about this particular attack" and that Israel would not attack the gas field further unless Iran again attacked Qatar

PM Modi calls for global investment as power sector needs $2.2 trillion

PM Modi invites global investors to India's power sector, which needs $2.2 trillion over two decades to support energy transition and infrastructure expansion

Eli Lilly banks on tirzepatide's clinical edge as GLP-1 generics loom

Lilly positions tirzepatide as a clinically superior option as semaglutide patent expiry triggers a wave of generics, intensifying competition in India's diabetes and obesity market

Cos may pivot to doctor conferences after CDSCO bars weight-loss drug ads

Firms may shift to doctor outreach, CME programmes and patient support initiatives as CDSCO bars advertising of GLP-1 drugs ahead of semaglutide patent expiry

West Asia war-induced blockage to affect ultra-luxury house prices by 5%

Forced reroutes from Hormuz for ships carrying construction material may raise input costs, delay timelines and push up ultra-luxury housing prices in key cities

New tax law from April 1: What it means for income, filing, and compliance

Taxpayers must be able to distinguish between matters where the old tax law still applies and those where the new one does

Traces of gold, diamond and ruby deposits detected: Odisha minister

Odisha reports traces of gold, diamond and ruby across districts, with detailed exploration and viability studies underway to assess potential mining prospects

Corporate governance experts seek clarity on Chakraborty's HDFC Bank exit

Experts call for an independent directors' committee to probe circumstances behind Chakraborty's exit, citing ambiguity in resignation letter and investor concerns

Fintech firm MobiKwik sets eyes on offline payment acceptance market

MobiKwik plans to scale soundbox and EDC deployment, targeting 10% revenue contribution as it expands offline merchant acquiring beyond Tier I cities

Iran strikes took out 17% LNG export capacity for 3-5 yrs: QatarEnergy CEO

Missile strikes damaged key LNG facilities in Qatar, triggering fires and disrupting exports. QatarEnergy says repairs could take up to five years, impacting global gas supplies

Retailers embrace redesign, renovation as premiumisation takes centre stage

Retailers are redesigning stores with minimalist aesthetics and premium formats as rising consumer demand for curated experiences drives a shift in retail presentation

WTO reforms, e-commerce, investment facilitation to dominate MC14 talks

WTO's MC14 will see discussions on reforms, e-commerce rules, fisheries subsidies and public stockholding, with India expected to push for policy space and clarity

Delhi HC directs Nakkheeran to take down content on Isha Foundation case

Delhi High Court directs Nakkheeran to remove defamatory content on Isha Foundation, rejects plea to dismiss defamation suit at threshold stage

ECB holds rates as West Asia conflict clouds growth, inflation outlook

"The war in the Middle East...will have a material impact on near-term inflation through higher energy pricesm," the ECB said

The missing piece: A cohesive national framework on India's urbanisation

India's 2026 policy framework recognises the importance of urban growth, but falls short of offering a cohesive, data-driven national urbanisation strategy to guide planning and investment

Wipro launches GIFT City Hub to provide services to global BFSI clients

The new facility will initially seat 150 employees, with the flexibility to scale up to 500 seats based on client demand, the company said in a statement on Thursday