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Cuba looks to expand economic ties with India across biotech, renewables and tourism, envoy says
Cuba seeks to bolster economic ties with India across various sectors including agro-industry, biotech, healthcare, IT, renewable energy, sports, and tourism. The nation, a pioneer in biopharma, is also transitioning to renewable energy, presenting collaboration opportunities. Cuba offers land use for businesses and electronic visas, alongside significant tourism infrastructure.
Infosys asks employees to share remote work electricity consumption data: Report
Infosys is collecting data on employees' household electricity consumption to mitigate its environmental impact through clean energy. The company encourages participation in a survey aimed at enhancing sustainability initiatives, while promoting energy conservation practices at home.
India’s maritime sector seen drawing Rs 80 lakh crore investment; Vizhinjam to emerge as global hub, says Sonowal
India's maritime sector is poised for a massive Rs 80 lakh crore investment, aiming to reclaim nautical supremacy and create over 1.5 crore jobs. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal highlighted Vizhinjam port's transformation into a global transshipment hub, underscoring unprecedented progress in the sector under PM Modi's leadership.
New national electricity policy proposes automatic, annual tariff increase
A draft National Electricity Policy proposes automatic annual electricity bill hikes if state regulators miss tariff order deadlines. This move aims to prevent utility financial strain but consumer advocates argue it undermines statutory duties and due process, potentially leading to unchecked increases.
Davos summit boosts Karnataka investment pipeline with ₹13,070 cr in commitments
Karnataka secured investment commitments worth ₹13,070 crore at the WEF Davos 2026 meeting, spanning renewable energy, aerospace, data centres, food processing, and advanced manufacturing.
Can Donald Trump’s mortgage bond push lower home loan rates? New Fannie–Freddie limits reignite risk debate
The Trump administration, through the FHFA, has significantly raised portfolio caps for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, allowing them to buy substantially more mortgage bonds. This move aims to lower home loan rates but has reignited concerns about financial risk and policy overreach, reversing post-crisis reforms.
IndiGo relinquishes over 700 slots at domestic airports after 10% cut in winter flight program
The civil aviation ministry has invited other airlines to submit requests for operating domestic flights on these newly available slots
APSEZ to invest ₹30,000 crore for Vizhinjam Port development: Karan Adani
APSEZ will invest ₹30,000 cr in development of Vizhinjam sea port: Karan Adani.
New-Age Tech Stocks Bleed Over $9 Bn Amid Bearish Broader Market
New-age tech stocks saw a sharp correction this week amid a risk-off mood in the broader Indian equity market. The…
Singapore to invest $785 million in public AI research through 2030 to boost global competitiveness
Singapore is set to invest over Sg$1 billion in artificial intelligence research until 2030. This significant funding will establish world-class AI research centers. The initiative aims to build capabilities for industrial AI applications and develop talent through global partnerships. Singapore seeks to strengthen its technological edge and global competitiveness.
‘Will completely devour it’: Trump threatens 100% tariffs if Canada makes deal with China; warns ‘governor’ Carney
US President Donald Trump delivered a pointed ultimatum to Canada, threatening to impose 100% tariffs on Canadian goods should Prime Minister Mark Carney pursue partnerships with China. "If Governor Carney thinks he is going to make Canada a “Drop Off Port” for China to send goods and products into the United States, he is sorely mistaken," said Trump on Truth Social.
Seven years in jail, but no proof of dowry death: Supreme Court corrects trial court error - here’s what the case is about
The court, while considering the submissions reiterated that only when all four ingredients are established can a death be termed as “dowry death” under Section 304-B of the IPC. It emphasized that the prosecution must strictly prove the essential ingredients to attract the provision.
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen arrives in Delhi to firm up trade, defence and mobility deals
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is in New Delhi for a four-day visit aimed at strengthening India-EU ties. The trip precedes summit talks where a free trade agreement, a defense partnership, and a mobility framework for professionals are expected to be finalized. The visit underscores the deepening engagement between the two major democracies.
Why Shark Tank judge Anupam Mittal thinks CEOs stepping down from their own startups is not a failure
Anupam Mittal backs CEOs and founders resigning from their own startups, emphasising that founders stepping aside for professional CEOs is beneficial for companies. Details here.
Hindustan Copper declared preferred bidder for Baghwari-Khirkhori copper block in Madhya Pradesh
Hindustan Copper has emerged as the preferred bidder for the Baghwari-Khirkhori Copper and Associated Mineral Block in Madhya Pradesh after submitting the highest final price offer in the composite licence e-auction concluded on January 22, 2026.
Higher cement sales help UltraTech beat earnings estimates
UltraTech Cement's consolidated net profit rises 27% year-on-year to ₹ ₹1,725.40 crore in the December quarter
Investor connect: NSE takes financial literacy drive to Kolkata Book Fair; sets up 14-day awareness pavilion
The National Stock Exchange has launched an investor awareness pavilion at the International Kolkata Book Fair, aiming to boost financial literacy. This initiative features interactive tools and workshops to educate the public about securities markets.
Mala Gaonkar’s hedge fund assets hit $6 billion in three years
Mala Gaonkar's SurgoCap Partners experienced a rapid ascent, tripling its assets to $6 billion within three years of its 2023 launch. This marked one of the fastest-growing debuts in hedge fund history, with Gaonkar leveraging data science to invest across various sectors. She emphasizes a small, collaborative team size for idea generation, drawing parallels to Jeff Bezos's "two-pizza-box" team concept.
Dhanlaxmi Bank Q3 net profit surges 20% to ₹24 crore; gross NPA falls
Dhanlaxmi Bank reported a 20% YoY rise in Q3 FY26 net profit to ₹24 crore, driven by higher total income and net interest income. Total income increased to ₹456 crore, and NII rose to ₹154 crore. Asset quality improved with gross NPA moderating to 2.36%, though net NPA edged up to 1.11%. The bank’s capital adequacy ratio strengthened to 17.19% from 12.79% a year ago.
How Smallest.ai Is Leveraging Small Models To Fix Voice AI’s Latency Problem
Voice AI seems to be echoing louder by the day, emerging as a core business interface, but it still resonates…