Category: Business News & Economy

In the 1930s, the construction of Massachusetts’ Quabbin Reservoir submerged four towns and displaced their residents. Today, this expansive resource provides water to millions in Greater Boston and western Massachusetts, while the surrounding protected forests have transformed into essential wildlife habitats. Remarkably, bald eagles have made a return and are now thriving in the area,…

India’s alternative investment market could grow over five-fold to two trillion dollars. Rising investor participation and demand for higher-yielding assets drive this significant capital influx. Indian family offices are increasingly investing in private equity and venture capital funds. Their focus expands to emerging sectors like AI and renewable energy technologies. This growth aligns with India’s…

Sidhu Moosewala’s hologram world tour, titled ‘Signed to God,’ has been officially unveiled, igniting excitement among fans. The tour will kick off on October 8 in Toronto, Canada, utilizing cutting-edge hologram technology. Initially, ten shows are slated for international cities, including London and Los Angeles. Attendees can also look forward to a new music track…

A significant 40% of Indian office tenants express concerns about securing quality office space by 2028. As companies prioritize improved employee experiences alongside growth, established business districts continue to be their top choice for future office needs. Leasing trends indicate a strong demand for investment-grade assets in major micro-markets, prompting occupiers to plan their office…

Mangaluru railway jurisdiction shift sparks Kerala-Karnataka tussle

India Post RPLI elibility expanded: The change is aimed at helping policyholders who move from rural to urban areas maintain their insurance by enabling them to pay premiums through a savings account with any scheduled bank.

An estimated 8.7 crore Indian youth aged 15 to 29 are not studying, working, or receiving training, a recent Niti Aayog report said, highlighting the urgent need for subsidised training programmes to encourage self-employment and align with local demand and emerging sectors. The Aayog, in the report titled ‘Reimagining Skilling for Viksit Bharat@2047’, said the…

Sebi has proposed tighter advertising norms for online bond platform providers, including restrictions on promotional claims that could encourage investors to make decisions without adequate due diligence. The proposed revised advertisement code seeks to address the growing use of digital advertising, social media and influencer-led promotions by online bond platforms, according to a consultation paper…

The principal opposition DMK unveiled a structural overhaul in its organisation on Saturday fixing strict age caps and limiting term for party posts following its electoral setback in the April 2026 Assembly election. The party’s executive committee, which met at Anna Arivalayam – the DMK state headquarters – with its president M K Stalin in…

The Centre on Saturday constituted a committee to draft an agreement and finalise modalities for a “permanent political solution” to the Gorkha identity issue in the Darjeeling hills and its adjacent areas, officials said after a key tripartite meeting between Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Gorkha leaders and the West Bengal government. The meeting aimed…