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‘Services sector needs manufacturing to expand’: EAC-PM Chairman

This IIM Calcutta programme is building India's next generation of finance leaders

As India's fintech sector races toward the $420 billion milestone, the IIM Calcutta Executive Programme in FinTech and Artificial Intelligence equips professionals with the strategic and technical capabilities to lead digital transformation in BFSI and beyond.

With QCO rollbacks underway, Commerce Ministry weighs quick response to dumping concerns

Raising global capital to fund decarbonisation ‘very, very difficult’, says former MoS Jayant Sinha

How IIM Indore is preparing leaders for India's AI-driven business revolution

As organisations race to adopt frontier technologies, the Certificate Programme in Digital Transformation and AI for Leaders equips professionals with the strategic frameworks to drive change across industries.

Goods exports slip 12%; gold imports push trade deficit to an all-time high

In ‘historic first’ deal, India to source 10% LPG imports from US in 2026

Govt will shorten data protection compliance timeline from 18 months: IT Minister Vaishnaw

Air India third airline to resume direct flights between India, mainland China; announces Delhi-Shanghai service from February 1

Trump tariffs drag down India’s US exports by 9% in October

India inks ‘historic first’ deal to source around 10% of its LPG imports from US in 2026

Maruti to recall 39,506 units of Grand Vitara

Trump cuts tariffs on beef, coffee and other foods as inflation concerns mount

Govt revokes QCOs on 7 key minerals after industry push back

Tata Motors PV posts 2,065% rise in Q2 profit on one-time gain

RBI trade relief measures: From loan moratorium to credit tenor extension, central bank offers support to exporters amid global trade disruptions

Sebi board to take up panel report on disclosures, conflict of interest next month, says chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey

From marketer to market-maker: How ISB Executive Education's programme is leading the evolution from brand building to growth engineering

Indian businesses face complex challenges. Leaders need to be agile and forward-thinking. ISB Executive Education offers a Chief Growth and Marketing Officer Programme. This programme helps leaders develop strategic foresight and leadership influence. It focuses on customer insights, digital transformation, and cross-functional alignment. The goal is to drive growth at scale in a dynamic landscape.

Centre notifies data protection rules, paves way for India’s first privacy law

Spotify introduces a Premium Platinum plan with lossless access in five markets

Spotify is debuting a new tiered premium plan in five markets with the costliest tier gaining access to lossless streaming.

GCC sector to add 2.8-4 mn jobs by FY30 in India, raise compliance needs for operators: Report

The report by TeamLease, GCCs in India: Cultivating Capability, Ensuring Compliance', revealed that India hosts over 1,800 GCCs, accounting for 55 per cent of the world's total, employs 1.9 million professionals and generates USD 64.6 billion in export revenue in FY25.

XLRI students receive average stipend of Rs 1.6 lakh per month

XLRI's Class of 2027 achieved a remarkable summer internship placement, with an average stipend of Rs 1.6 lakh per month and a median of Rs 1.55 lakh. The highest domestic offer reached Rs 3.5 lakh per month from JP Morgan Chase. These placements across flagship programs highlight the institute's success in preparing students for leadership roles in a dynamic market.

From shoelaces to schedules: How ‘microefficiencies’ are helping urban professionals stay sane and redefine productivity

Forsaking laces on shoes, eating the same breakfast every day, giving up on cooking altogether—busy professionals are making small improvements in daily life to make it a little easier. Are microefficiencies meaningful shortcuts or shallow solutions?

ISB Online’s Programme in Digital Business Transformation with AI prepares leaders to drive Technology-led growth

ISB Online offers a 25-week digital business transformation programme with AI. Professionals will learn to integrate AI, data analytics, and emerging technologies. The curriculum covers technology bootcamps, business analytics, and digital business models. This programme helps managers and experts bridge the gap between business functions and technology strategy. Applications are now open for the upcoming cohort.