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Silver prices soar past ₹3 lakh-per-kg in futures trade, driven by strong global demand and a weak U.S. dollar.

Stock markets fell early on January 19, 2026, led by declines in Reliance and ICICI Bank amid global uncertainties.

Rupee rises 12 paise to 90.66 against the U.S. dollar amid cautious investor sentiment and foreign fund outflows.

Rising demand for electricity ‌in China has ‌been driven in large part by ‍high-tech industries

Micron said the transaction is expected to close by the second quarter ⁠of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals.

China's economy grew 5% in 2025, fueled by strong exports, despite challenges from Trump tariffs and slowing growth in Q4.

President Donald Trump threatened Saturday to impose new 10% tariffs on imports from several European countries. It could unravel months of progress made during trade negotiations settled after Trump’s trade war last year.

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Doha: The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index closed higher on Sunday by 57.34 points, or 0.52 percent, to reach 11,124.98 points. During the session,...

Tech giants are in a heated race to build data centers and dominate the AI landscape. But America might not be ready for the energy demand.

With our homes and lives swarming with AI-powered devices, assistants and chatbots, a backlash is brewing.

Board meeting to appoint Neville Tata as trustee of Sir Ratan Tata Trust cancelled due to lack of quorum.

Industry leaders urge Budget 2026 to reform crypto tax policies, promoting local investment and enhancing regulatory compliance in India.

India's power distribution utilities reported a ₹2,701 crore profit in FY25, reversing years of losses and improving performance indicators.

India prepares for a strong presence at WEF 2026 in Davos, featuring key ministers and top CEOs engaging with global leaders.

Davos prepares for the 2026 World Economic Forum with unprecedented security measures as global leaders gather amidst planned protests.

Mercedes-Benz India CEO advocates for rationalizing customs duties on luxury cars to boost demand and tax revenue in India.

President Donald Trump purchased up to $2 million in Netflix and Warner Bros. Discovery investments days after the announcement of a megadeal between the two media giants, among other purchases, according to a financial disclosure from the White House, renewing questions from ethics experts around potential conflicts of interest.

IDBI Bank's Q3 net profit rises slightly to ₹1,935 crore, with total income and interest income declining.

HDFC Bank Ltd., India’s largest private sector bank, reported 11.5% growth in net profit  for the quarter ended 31 December 2026 at ₹18,654 crore compared with ₹16,735.5 crore a year ago.

When Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, recently spoke about the transformative potential of Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V), a technology for autonomous driving in India, he framed it as a critical lever for safer roads, smarter traffic management and future-ready mobility. That vision is already finding concrete expression inside Samsung Electronics-owned HARMAN Automotive’s India operations, which are emerging as a global hub for software-defined and connected vehicle technologies, says Krishna Kumar, Managing Director and Automotive Head, HARMAN India.

Instituting production-linked incentive (PLI) schemes to curtail import dependency on critical components in the longer-term, and rationalising import duties for support in the short term, forms the core of the wind energy producers’ wish list in the upcoming Union Budget.

ICICI Bank Ltd., the second largest private sector bank, for the third quarter ended 31 December 2025 reported 4% drop in net profit to ₹11,318 crore as compared to ₹ 11,792 crore in the year ago period on account of making additional standard asset provision of ₹1,283 crore during the quarter as per direction of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

Doha, Qatar: Qatar National Bank (QNB) considered that the initial results of the economic agenda known as 3 3 3, launched by the US administration a...

HDFC Bank's Q3 profit rises 12% to ₹19,807 crore, driven by increased net interest and non-interest income.

RBL Bank's Q3 net profit skyrockets 555% to ₹214 crore, driven by improved asset quality and strong retail advances.

Yes Bank's Q3 net profit rises 55% to ₹952 crore, showcasing improved asset quality and growth in key financial metrics.

India's GTRI calls for a comprehensive overhaul of import tariffs and customs processes to enhance trade efficiency and boost exports.

Equity markets NSE and BSE will operate normally on Budget day, February 1, 2026, for live trading sessions.

OpenAI announced Friday it will begin testing advertisements on ChatGPT in the coming weeks

The oil and gas industry urges Union Budget reforms, including cess review, exploration incentives, and GST inclusion for natural gas.

Canadian farmers are hailing news that China has agreed to slash duties on imports of Canadian canola products as 'an important milestone' in the countries' trading relationship.

ChatGPT may soon serve up ads for products it thinks you’d like to buy.

Palaniswami's hesitation on the Old Pension Scheme indicates its unsustainability, promising only feasible commitments if elected.

IndiGo has processed refunds for passengers affected by December 3-5 flight cancellations, addressing ongoing complaints, says DGCA.

Wipro Ltd., Azim Premji-promoted tech firm based in Bengaluru, has on Friday presented a mixed performance during the third quarter of FY26 characterised by a dip in net profit, due to one-time labour code implementation cost impact of over ₹300 crore, and a single-digit growth in revenue.

IndiGo's Mumbai-Krabi flight faced over three hours of delays, causing passenger unrest and crew conflicts.

Dos Equis is reviving its famous “The Most Interesting Man” advertising campaign after a decade in an effort to turn around the beleaguered brand.

Marketed as an alternative to mined diamonds, lab-grown stones are growing in popularity among engaged couples, taking some of the shine from mined or “natural” diamonds, which have traditionally dominated the market.

The Trump administration and a consortium of governors from northeastern states are asking PJM, the country’s largest electrical grid operator, to hold a power auction as part of an effort to make technology giants pay for surging power costs from new data centers.

The rupee plummets 50 paise to 90.84, nearing an all-time low amid foreign fund outflows and rising crude prices.

Stock markets rose on January 16, 2026, boosted by Infosys' revenue growth guidance increase and strong IT sector performance.

President Donald Trump’s proposal for a one-year, 10% cap on credit card interest rates has struck a chord in debates about affordability — and set up a potential clash with Wall Street.

Air India and Singapore Airlines enhance partnership for expanded routes, smoother connections, and better travel options for passengers

The end of production for the Nissan Versa means there are no new cars priced under $20,000 — a blow to some Americans who may find themselves priced out of the market.

IMF highlights India as a vital global growth engine, forecasting robust economic performance and strong consumption for 2025-2026.

Silver and gold prices decline as a strong U.S. dollar and weak global cues prompt profit-taking by investors.

India's power sector is poised for $500 billion investment over seven years, showcasing vast growth potential and opportunities.

Stock markets surged in early trade, with Sensex and Nifty rising on Infosys’ strong revenue growth guidance.

Rupee falls 10 paise to 90.44 against the U.S. dollar amid foreign fund outflows and stable equity markets.