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Will AI be making UPI payments for you now? Here's how it may work

NPCI is reportedly developing a Unified Agent Protocol (UAP), a proposed framework to verify and authorise AI agents within the UPI ecosystem.

India Inc revenue growth at 2-year high of 11-11.5%, margins fall: Crisil

Corporate revenue is estimated to have grown 11-11.5 per cent in the June quarter as companies raised prices, but higher fuel and freight costs squeezed margins

India's first hydrogen train set to roll out: Route, significance, and cost

The country's first hydrogen-powered train is expected to begin operations next week. Here's how it works, where it will run, and why it marks a milestone for Indian Railways

New Zealand is testing ways to make cows climate-friendly: What it means

New Zealand is turning its cattle farms into a testing ground for technologies that could reduce one of agriculture's biggest climate challenges: methane from livestock

What is Viksit UDAN? India's new push for regional air connectivity

The revamped scheme aims to address the shortcomings of the original UDAN programme while significantly expanding India's regional aviation network and strengthening regional connectivity

Why OpenAI, Anthropic and Google are funding startups with AI credits

AI firms are spending millions on free credits as they compete to become the preferred platform for the next generation of startups

Maharashtra rains: 3,000 LPG cylinders swept into river in Raigad floods

The Raigad administration has warned people not to touch or collect cylinders washed away from an HPCL bottling plant, as heavy rain continues across Maharashtra

Is monsoon disruption becoming a corporate planning problem in India?

Recurring floods and traffic chaos are prompting businesses to rethink continuity plans, flexible work, and operational resilience as climate risks intensify

US-Iran conflict: Why have attacks resumed despite peace talk efforts?

A fresh exchange of strikes between the US and Iran has fuelled fears of a wider conflict and disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Here's what led to the latest escalation

EPF withdrawal rules changed? Here's what the new Scheme 2026 means

From simpler withdrawal categories to a longer wait for final settlement, here's what the new EPF Scheme changes.

Renewed US-Iran conflict: What do fresh West Asia tensions mean for India?

The attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz brought maritime traffic to a standstill and reignited concerns over global oil supplies and trade

India, Australia deepen energy, defence ties during PM Modi visit: Details

Australia and India said they would support the continued flow of energy products and further enhance bilateral energy trade

India-Australia PACTS: What the new tech partnership means for India

PACTS replaces the 2020 Framework Arrangement on Cyber and Cyber Enabled Critical Technology Cooperation, which served as the main platform for bilateral engagement in cyber and critical technologies

JSW Steel Q1 crude steel output rises 3%; production volumes jump 15%

Production rose to 6.59 million tonnes despite a prolonged shutdown at the Vijayanagar plant, while Indian operations ran at 94 per cent utilisation

Could you have unclaimed insurance money? Here's how to find and recover it

Here's how to trace unclaimed payouts and recover money due to you or your family.

EPFO credits 8.25% PF interest with 5 big changes for members: Explained

Interest for FY26 is being credited earlier than before, alongside a major technology overhaul that changes claims, transfers and withdrawals.

Beyond the kurta: Why ethnic-wear brands are chasing the western wardrobe

For decades, Fabindia's identity has been closely tied to kurtas, handwoven fabrics, Indian craft. With Fabels, it is asking whether that identity can travel into a very different part of the wardrobe

ADB cuts India's FY27 growth forecast to 6.6% on higher oil prices

ADB attributed the downgrade to elevated energy prices, which it said are eroding household purchasing power and weighing on private demand

How urban flood warning systems work: Mumbai, Chennai show the way

Mumbai and Chennai use systems designed to predict where rain may cause flooding, but street-level warnings need much more than rainfall forecasts

IMD forecasts heavy rain in Delhi, very heavy showers across several states

IMD issues widespread rain alert for several states, with heavy showers expected in Delhi and very heavy rainfall forecast for parts of the northeast, Bihar and central India