More than a month into the West Asia war, the disruption to global oil flows has turned into a sustained shock, with energy infrastructure across the Gulf repeatedly targeted and…
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Why KYC is everywhere and why it frustrates so many Indians
India has built one of the most sophisticated digital identity systems in the world. You can open a bank account without visiting a branch. You can invest, trade, insure, borrow,…
Tech layoffs: Is AI replacing jobs or are companies fixing overhiring?
Layoffs in India’s technology sector are once again in focus, with , IT services companies and startups. The trend has raised a key question. Are companies correcting overhiring from the…
Markets down, rupee weak. Why Iran war may now hit your home loan
Global markets have already reacted sharply to the Iran war, with equities falling, crude oil prices rising and volatility increasing across asset classes. The impact has not been limited to…
Layoffs everywhere, but this company says no job cuts
Layoffs have become a common theme across industries, especially in the technology sector. and job cuts in India, companies have been reducing their workforce to manage costs and adjust to…
Why buying diamonds is expensive but selling them isn’t worth it
Diamonds have long been seen as a symbol of wealth and luxury. Many buyers assume that, like gold, they will hold value over time. But in reality, diamonds often lose…
Govt puts mandatory 60% free airline seat rule on hold amid jet fuel price rise
The government has put in abeyance its earlier directive mandating airlines to offer at least 60 per cent of seats on a flight without any additional charge, pending further review,…
Economic costs are increasing every day: Dr Sajjid Chinoy on impact of Iran war
Dr Sajjid Z Chinoy, MD and Chief India Economist at JP Morgan, discussed the escalating economic impact of the war on global and Indian markets. He noted that crude prices…
India imposes 25% cap on monthly jet fuel price increase for domestic flights
The Centre has capped the monthly increase in jet fuel prices to a maximum of 25 per cent for domestic flights, according to an official statement cited by news agency…
Good Friday holiday: Will NSE and BSE be open or closed on April 3?
If you were planning to trade on Friday, you may want to pause those plans. Indian stock markets will remain closed on April 3 on account of Good Friday, giving…