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US-Taiwan trade deal: China 'resolutely opposes any agreement'; urges Washington to adhere to one-China principle
China has strongly opposed a new trade agreement between Washington and Taipei, which aims to cut tariffs on Taiwanese products and boost US investment. Beijing views the deal as a violation of the one-China principle, while the US hails it as a historic pact to reshore its semiconductor sector and foster economic partnership.
Biggest Companies That Were Born From Mistakes and Accidents
Some of the world’s most influential companies were not born from perfect planning or flawless foresight. Instead, they emerged from errors
Sustainable fashion in India: Can ethics and scale Coexist?
Can sustainable fashion in India scale beyond a niche? Explore the business case, startup impact, and the real cost of fast fashion.
Japan's Nikkei extends fall as rally loses steam
"The market priced in the best political scenario where the LDP boosts seats at the election and Takaichi gets backing for spending plans that the stock market has high expectations on."
Sterling and Wilson Renewable shares jump 13% on strong order book, topline growth
Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy reported a net loss of ₹2.8 crore for the quarter, compared with a profit of ₹14.83 crore last year. The bottom line was affected by a one-time loss of ₹30.8 crore arising from contract termination charges.
Redmi Note 15 Pro, Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G India Launch Date Reportedly Leaked
The Redmi Note 15 Pro Series 5G will be launched in India soon, according to a report. The lineup, comprising Redmi Note 15 Pro and Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G, was introduced in the global markets in December. While the company has only teased about their availability in India, their launch date has now been leaked. The Redmi handsets are expected to arrive as the latest addition to the Redmi Note 15 Series in India, following the debut of the vanilla Redmi Note 15 5G earlier this month.
FIIs boost stake in Suzlon Energy to 23.73% in December quarter
On the performance front, Suzlon Energy has delivered a muted return over the past year, declining nearly 14%, but its long-term performance over three years has been remarkable, delivering nearly 400% gains for investors. Analysts remain optimistic, with Trendlyne data showing a “STRONG BUY” consensus from 10 analysts, and an average price target implying upside potential of around 45% from current levels.
Pankaj Tibrewal on AI, capital markets and where investors should focus in 2026
Indian investors are focusing on midcap IT companies, private banks, and hard assets. Midcap IT firms are expected to grow faster due to AI adoption. Private banks are set for earnings growth after a period of consolidation. Hard assets like metals will benefit from supply constraints. These sectors offer opportunities for patient investors as the market prepares for future growth.
Bahu a relative, but not by SEBI definition? Why this complicates succession planning; experts urge reforms
Under current SEBI takeover regulations, the term ‘immediate relatives’ is limited to spouses, parents, siblings, and children. Notably, sons-in-law and daughters-in-law are excluded from this definition
Why Scrapping 10-min Delivery Doesn’t Give Gig Workers Much Relief
Quick commerce firms are scrapping 10-minute deliveries, but riders still chase incentives and face penalties. The post Why Scrapping 10-min Delivery Doesn’t Give Gig Workers Much Relief appeared first on Analytics India Magazine.
US visa: Some Indian cities offer quicker interview slots; check waiting time for Mumbai, Delhi & others
US visa interview wait times for Indian applicants show significant variation across cities and visa types. While Hyderabad and Kolkata offer faster appointments for visitor visas, Mumbai and New Delhi face longer delays. Student visa processing is generally quicker, with New Delhi providing the earliest slots. Employment visa availability also differs, with Mumbai showing the shortest wait.
Stuck With a Problem? This Universal Formula Always Works
In 2026, artificial intelligence isn’t just a buzzword — it’s a productivity powerhouse transforming how we work, create, automate and innovate.
Top Deals on Echo and Fire TV Devices During Amazon Great Republic Day Sale
Amazon Great Republic Day sale 2026 has arrived as the first major sale event of the e-commerce platform this year. The company is also offering its Fire TV and Echo-branded products with lucrative offers. So, if you are looking for an Alexa-powered smart speaker or Fire TV Stick, this is a good time to make your purchase while saving some money.
NSE IPO proxy play! Why smallcap IFCI shares jumped 26% in just 1 week
IFCI shares have surged 26% in a week as expectations rise over Sebi potentially approving NSE’s long-delayed IPO this month. The NBFC holds an indirect stake in NSE through SHCIL, whose 4.4% stake is valued at about Rs 23,000 crore. Investor interest has also boosted unlisted NSE shares and lifted BSE stock.
Amazon Great Republic Day Sale: Top Smartphone Deals You Shouldn't Miss
Amazon’s Great Republic Day Sale 2026 has begun in India, offering discounts and cashback on smartphones across premium, mid-range, and budget segments. Buyers can avail a 10 percent instant discount using SBI credit cards and eligible EMIs, along with cashback benefits for Amazon Pay ICICI Bank cardholders and Rewards Gold members. The sale features deals on phones like OnePlus 15, iQOO 15, iPhone 15, and several affordable 5G models, with exchange offers further lowering prices.
MediaTek Announces Dimensity 9500s Flagship Chipset, Rival to Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 and Dimensity 8500 Midrange Chipset
MediaTek Dimensity 9500s and Dimensity 8500 chipsets for mobile devices were unveiled on Thursday. According to the company, the former adopts the same 3nm fabrication process and “All Big Core” architecture as the chipmaker’s flagship Dimensity 9500 chipset. The Dimensity 8500 SoC, meanwhile, is fabricated using the 4nm process and features eight Cortex-A725 cores with a frequency up to 3.4GHz.
iPhone Fold, iPhone 18 Pro Series Said to Launch With A20 Pro Chip; Camera and Display Specifications Leaked
iPhone 18 Pro Max and iPhone 18 Pro are expected to launch globally in September 2026, along with Apple's first foldable, dubbed iPhone Fold. While the expected unveiling of the rumoured handsets is still months away, an industry analyst, in his investor note, has shared the key specifications and features of the handsets. The iPhone Fold is said to carry a dual 48-megapixel camera setup. Meanwhile, Apple's purported iPhone 18 Pro series is said to feature a triple 48-megapixel camera unit.
Tecno Spark Go 3 Launched in India With 5,000mAh Battery, 13-Megapixel Camera: Price, Specifications
Tecno Spark Go 3 has been launched in India as the latest addition to the smartphone maker’s lineup. The new handset will be available for purchase via Amazon starting January 23. The handset will be offered in Aurora Purple, Galaxy Blue, Titanium Gray, and Ink Black. The latest Tecno Spark Go 3 is powered by a Unisoc T7250 chipset, delivering a peak clock speed of 1.8GHz. It carries a single rear camera unit, featuring a 13-megapixel camera. On the front, it gets an 8-megapixel selfie camera, too.
Amazon Great Republic Day Sale: Top Deals on Smartphones Under Rs. 20,000
Amazon Great Republic Day 2026 sale has officially gone live for all shoppers. The sale features a wide range of deals and price cuts across multiple product categories. Here is the list of the top deals on smartphones under Rs. 20,000. You can find deals on models like iQOO Z10R 5G, Realme Narzo 80 Lite 5G and Redmi 13 5G.
Square Enix Confirms New Life Is Strange Game for 2026; Full Reveal on January 20
The next Life is Strange has been confirmed by Square Enix following a leak. The game will release in 2026 and will be fully revealed on January 20, Square Enix announced. The official title and release date of the game will likely be announced during the reveal. According to the leak, the game is called Life is Strange: Reunion.
Stock market today: Which stocks are the biggest gainers and losers on NSE, BSE today? Check list
Indian stock markets opened strong on Friday. Nifty50 and Sensex saw significant gains before paring some of their advances. Investors are adopting a cautious approach. Hopes for India-EU and India-US trade deals are boosting sentiment. Several major companies are set to announce their Q3 earnings today.
Anthropic Appoints Ex-Microsoft Executive Irina Ghose To Lead India Ops
AI major Anthropic has onboarded former Microsoft India MD Irina Ghose as the managing director to lead its India operations…
FII outflows, tax worries hit Indian stocks harder than earnings; what investors should watch now: Sandip Sabharwal
Indian markets are under pressure due to relentless foreign investor selling, not weak earnings, says market expert Sandip Sabharwal. He explains why FII outflows, tax changes, and rupee depreciation are weighing on sentiment, while highlighting opportunities in real estate, capital market annuity plays, select IT stocks, and risks in metals and PSU banks.