Sensex Continues Downward Trend for Fifth Straight Session Amid Global Rate Cut Concerns

Indian stock markets opened lower on Friday, extending the losses for the fifth consecutive session, as investors continue to grapple with mounting concerns about the global economic environment. The slowdown in the pace of rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve has become a major point of concern, further weighing down investor sentiment in domestic … Read more

‘There Are Areas Where India Will Lead AI Innovation’: Christopher Young, Microsoft

An important aspect of Christopher Young’s work as executive vice president of business development, strategy and ventures at Microsoft is to help “corporate” or top leadership at the company think about “what’s gonna move the needle for us in the long run,” he says, over a three, five, seven-year horizon or even further out. Young … Read more

Telangana underfunded in Centrally Sponsored Schemes: Bhatti

Hyderabad: Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka on Friday said despite being among the fastest-growing States and contributing significantly to the national economy, Telangana has been underfunded in Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS). At the pre-budget meeting with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi, he said Telangana was requesting allocations based on population ratios, … Read more

A Mayan Food Trail In The Mexican Caribbean

Julia Ken Tun shows how to prepare tamale at her village in Chacchoben, Quintana Roo, Mexico Image: Khursheed Dinshaw Fresh red flowers from the garden are placed on a tablecloth printed with red flowers. White cloth napkins with blue crochet borders are twinning with the blue walls in the Mayan home of Julia Ken Tun. … Read more

Path cleared for Adani Group to redevelop Dharavi slums; HC upholds tender award

Mumbai: The Bombay High Court on Friday cleared the decks for redevelopment of Dharavi slums as it upheld the tender awarded to the Adani Group for the project by the Maharashtra government, ruling there was no “arbitrariness, unreasonableness or perversity” in the decision. A division bench of Chief Justice D K Upadhyaya and Justice Amit … Read more

VIRGIO Completes A Year Of Shaking Up The Fashion Industry

Marking its first anniversary in October, Virgio, the fastest-growing sustainable fashion brand in India, is revolutionising the industry with pro-planet fashion and circular practices. Co-founded in 2022 by Amar Nagaram, Virgio emerged to challenge fast fashion giants by offering stylish, high-end, and sustainable alternatives that are accessible to all. The brand’s remarkable journey, fueled by … Read more

Setting new standards in healthcare technology through test automation excellence done by Pramod Kumar Voola

The complexity of managing a global team across the US, India and Europe required not just technical expertise but also robust infrastructure and processes. In today’s fast-evolving healthcare technology landscape, ensuring reliability and precision is more than a goal—it’s a responsibility. My journey leading the Patient App Automation Project at a leading healthcare technology company … Read more

Whether Mumbai Or Barabanki, Makeup And Self-care No Longer An Indulgence

Mohammad Imran at his Taaj Palace cosmetic and beauty store at the Rahmani market in Rae Bareli, Uttar Pradesh Image: Madhu Kapparath Rae Bareli, December 2024. It’s a crisp winter morning. Mohammad Imran’s attire—a mustard full-sleeve shirt carelessly tucked out of a sloppy indigo denim—livens up the dull ambience of the groggy Rahmani market, … Read more

Infant formula: 7 steps to prepare it safely

Infant formula: 7 steps to prepare it safely Are you measuring your baby’s infant formula correctly? Storing it properly? Keeping the utensils clean? To make sure, follow these seven steps. By Mayo Clinic Staff Safe preparation and safe storage of infant formula are important for your baby’s health. Follow these steps to make sure your … Read more

Artificial intelligence driving revenue and transforming e-commerce landscape

One key area which AI has revolutionised is personalized customer engagement, targeting cohorts and acing consumer behaviour is the most effective manner. Artificial Intelligence is trickling into our everyday lives, disruptive at times but can’t be escaped. It is revolutionizing industries and e-commerce is no exception. AI is an empowering technology, it is helping businesses … Read more