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India is at a clear inflexion point; demand for globally capable leaders rising, says DHR Global CEO
DHR Global sees India as a critical growth engine, ranking it among its top global markets. The country's demand for globally capable leaders is surging as Indian organizations expand internationally and MNCs increase their presence. India's accelerating manufacturing, innovation, and future-facing sectors are driving this robust performance.
Canada Banks Sit on Billions as Regulator Maintains Capital Rule
Canada’s financial regulator left capital requirements unchanged for the country’s largest banks, pointing out that the lenders are sitting on a combined C$60 billion ($43.5 billion) in excess capital that could be deployed to boost economic activity.
Physicists Push Superconducting Diodes to Higher Temperatures
Researchers in China have demonstrated the first high-temperature superconducting diode, operating above liquid nitrogen temperatures without magnetic fields. Using cuprate materials, the device enables clean supercurrent flow and could reduce noise in quantum computers. The breakthrough marks an important step toward practical superconducting electronics and more stable quantum technologies.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Friday
Indian equities closed nearly unchanged after three losing sessions as IT and financial stocks cushioned early declines. Global cues stayed mixed, trade deal uncertainty capped gains, and technical indicators kept Nifty vulnerable near key support levels.
Market Trading Guide: Buy TCS & Hindustan Zinc on Friday for up to 12% upside
Nifty extended losses for a fourth session, failing to reclaim the 200-DMA as bearish momentum persists. Analysts warn of downside below 25,700, while IT outperformed. Despite market weakness, technical setups suggest buying opportunities in stocks like TCS and Hindustan Zinc.
RBI injects Rs 50,000 crore via OMO as liquidity deficit persists
RBI injected Rs 50,000 crore via open market purchases, amid bids and persistent liquidity deficit caused by advance tax outflows. Despite OMOs and a dollar-rupee swap, system liquidity stayed tight, with deficit continuing as government securities were bought across maturities.
When Interest Turned Rs 1 Lakh Loan Into Rs 74 Lakh, A Farmer Sold His Kidney. Usury Laws Explained
The case has revived a long-simmering debate, that is usury illegal in India, and if not, why does the law appear powerless in cases of extreme exploitation?
Micron shares surge 16% as global memory chip shortage boosts profit forecast
Micron Technology's shares surged following an optimistic profit forecast, driven by a global memory chip shortage and strong demand from AI data centers. The company anticipates tight memory markets extending beyond 2026, with analysts predicting supply constraints could persist into 2027 despite increased investment.
Should AI Training Require Licensing or Lawful Access? Tech Industry Submissions to DPIIT Reveal Divide
According to the BSA, the correct approach to promote AI training while protecting copyright "is to allow for lawful text and data mining for AI models"; no licensing is needed. The post Should AI Training Require Licensing or Lawful Access? Tech Industry Submissions to DPIIT Reveal Divide appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Securities market code bill: Sebi reform bill seeks bigger board, stronger oversight; key provisions explained
India's securities law is set for a major overhaul with a new Bill in Lok Sabha. The proposed legislation aims to strengthen the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) by expanding its board, enhancing governance, and boosting investor protection.
Accenture Clocks $21 Billion in Q1 Bookings, AI Deals Fuel Growth
Strong deal wins, rising AI bookings and steady revenue growth help Accenture maintain its full-year outlook. The post Accenture Clocks $21 Billion in Q1 Bookings, AI Deals Fuel Growth appeared first on Analytics India Magazine.
Top Useful WhatsApp Features You Might Not Know: Chat Lock, Message Editing, More
WhatsApp is one of the popular messaging applications available in the world. The Meta-owned platform is constantly adding new features to increase the user experience. However, common users are still not aware of many great features. In this article, we explore some of these lesser-known features to help you use WhatsApp more efficiently.
Meesho short-selling shares under auction: Nithin Kamath explains how investors can participate and earn profit
Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath reveals that short delivery auctions are driving sharp post-listing IPO gains, punishing short sellers. These auctions, triggered when traders fail to deliver shares, force them to buy back at significantly higher prices, creating opportunities for existing shareholders to sell at a premium.
Section 14A Disallowance: ITAT Delhi Rules In Favour Of Taxpayer Over Rs 17-Crore Income Tax Dispute
A taxpayer won relief at ITAT Delhi after challenging a Rs 17 crore tax disallowance.
Nasdaq sees bigger year ahead for listings on billion-dollar-plus IPOs
Nasdaq anticipates a surge in company listings next year. Several major startups are preparing to go public in the US. This signals growing confidence in the market for new offerings. Companies and investors are looking beyond recent market fluctuations. This trend suggests a strong start to the year for IPOs, with optimism for the latter half.
These 7 largecap stocks posted their highest quarterly profits in 10 quarters. Are you holding any?
Seven NSE largecap companies, including HDFC Bank and Bajaj Finance, posted their highest quarterly profits in 10 quarters, reflecting strong growth and robust financial performance.
New Mozilla CEO Floats Evolving Firefox Into ‘Modern AI Browser’, Faces Backlash from Users
The AI browser announcement by the Mozilla CEO has met with user backlash due to security risks from AI-powered browsers, which can be exploited to perform incorrect actions on behalf of the users. The post New Mozilla CEO Floats Evolving Firefox Into ‘Modern AI Browser’, Faces Backlash from Users appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Stock markets decline for fourth day on weak global trends, trade deal uncertainty
Losses in energy, auto and pharma shares dragged indices down, while gains in IT shares helped trim losses. Select buying in financials and metals also aided recovery in the pre-close session
India’s hospital bottleneck may lie outside the ward
Even Healthcare’s latest data shows that structured post-discharge care can sharply cut readmissions, admissions, and costs—challenging the assumption that expanding hospital capacity alone can fix India’s healthcare strain.
Building AI you can trust: A blueprint for sustainable intelligence
At TechSparks 2025, Kavita Viswanath of Toast revealed how businesses can scale AI responsibly, through ethical intent, transparent systems, human-in-the-loop governance, and environmentally conscious engineering.
Maruti Suzuki WagonR joins Alto, Swift in a rare car club of India
The Maruti Suzuki WagonR has become only the third car after the Alto and the Swift to cross the production milestone of 35 lakh units since inception.
“I am going to get richer when the fake economy crashes”, says Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki. Here’s why
Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki has warned of an impending economic crash driven by Fed rate cuts and renewed money printing. Calling the current system a “fake economy,” he says he is buying more gold, silver, Bitcoin and Ethereum to hedge against hyperinflation and expects to grow richer when traditional assets falter.