India

Coinbase plans retail launch in India comeback, to deepen crypto exposure

The focus on India as a market comes as the company continues to see high adoption even as regulations around crypto are yet to take shape

India may soon get plastic money: RBI revives decade-old plan | Banknotes

The RBI is reportedly reviving its plan to introduce polymer banknotes that last longer, resist damage, and reduce replacement costs.

"Why should we trust India?”: Watch MEA Secy Sibi George's answer to Norwegian journalist

Watch MEA Secretary (West) Sibi George's reply to Norwegian journalist, when asked “Why should we trust India?”

NEET-UG paper leak shock: Why India's competitive exam system keeps failing

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has cancelled the NEET-UG 2026 exam held on May 3 amid allegations of a paper leak, affecting nearly 23 lakh aspirants.

India’s midcap boom amid market volatility: Top gainers and expert stock picks

Even as the Nifty50 struggles in 2026 amid geopolitical tensions, rising crude oil prices, and foreign investor outflows, India’s midcap and smallcap stocks are racing ahead.

How PM Modi’s appeal could reshape India’s real estate market final

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call to revisit work-from-home amid rising oil prices and the West Asia crisis may sound temporary.

India's labour rules notified | Basic pay to 48-hr work week: What changes for you | Labour code

India has finally notified the final rules under all four Labour Codes, nearly six years after Parliament passed them. From possible four-day workweeks to stricter overtime rules

India demands swift action from Bangladesh on illegal immigrants issue

India has reacted strongly to recent remarks from Bangladesh foreign minister Khalilur Rahman following the BJP’s victory in West Bengal elections.

Sanjeev Sanyal explains: Revival of Kolkata key to eastern India’s growth | Indian Economy

Member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister, Sanjeev Sanyal says, “The relative performance of the Indian states shows one or two very clear trends.

Indo-Pacific power shift: India, Vietnam upgrade strategic partnership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Vietnamese President To Lam have upgraded India-Vietnam ties to an enhanced comprehensive strategic partnership. From defence and AI to trade

Explained: How your AC may be driving India towards a power crisis | Electricity demand

India’s power demand is hitting record highs as heatwaves intensify. With AC usage soaring and data centres running 24/7, the strain on the grid is growing fast.

E85, E100 fuel push: Can India meet ethanol demand?

The government has proposed bringing E85 and E100 fuels under the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, allowing testing and evaluation of vehicles designed for higher ethanol blends. However,

Skyroot becomes India’s first space unicorn: Tracing India’s private space sector boom

Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace has become India’s first space-tech unicorn after raising nearly $60 million at a $1.1 billion valuation. But this story is bigger than one startup.

India’s mutual fund boom has a surprise winner: Just 4 fund houses

India’s mutual fund industry added nearly 4.7 crore new folios in FY26. But more than half of those additions went to just four fund houses. So, what’s driving investors towards a handful of players?

Datanomics: 3 in every 10 who died by suicide were daily wagers in 2024

India's suicide toll reached 1.7 lakh in 2024 despite a marginal dip from the previous year, with family distress and economic vulnerability emerging as major drivers

Why Moody’s says India is the world’s most resilient emerging market

India stands out as the most resilient emerging market since 2020, says Moody’s. Strong forex reserves and stable policies helped it weather global shocks—but rising debt and oil risks

Semiconductor projects worth ₹4,000 crore get Cabinet go-ahead

The two new projects will be implemented by Crystal Matrix Limited and Suchi Semicon Limited, with project costs of ₹3,068 crore and ₹868 crore, respectively

Why India’s women entrepreneurs face hurdles in accessing advanced business loans

Although India is making progress in bringing women entrepreneurs into the formal credit system, most women still lack access to advanced financing like working capital and secured loans.

Apple vs CCI explained: Why Apple is fighting India’s antitrust probe | App Store

India’s iPhone export boom hits a record high — but at the same time, Apple Inc. is facing a major antitrust battle with Competition Commission of India (CCI).

India's e-commerce goes luxe: What’s driving India’s luxury shift online?

India’s fashion e-commerce platforms like Myntra, Nykaa, Tata Cliq, Ajio and Amazon are moving beyond heavy discounting to focus on premium products. They are building curated segments