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As global markets reel from the Trump administration’s trade blitzkrieg, a seismic shift may be brewing in the financial world: the unravelling of America's role as lender of last resort. With Washington backing away from its dollar diplomacy and central banks in Europe and Asia stepping up their game, the era of unquestioned dollar dominance may be closer to its end than anyone thought
Sharp debates over Studio Ghibli-style self-portraits encapsulate a fundamental fault line: Where do we draw the line between inspiration and theft? Even the outrage depends on the stature of the artist whose work has been used in training models. Adding to the dilemma is that AI, originating from the same training model, can serve both a public cause and a narrow end
Last month, the regulator extended the ban on trading in seven commodities by another year. It’s high time to end this ban. Government appointed committees have shown that a causal link between futures markets and inflation is not supported by data. This misplaced fear hurts farmers
India and Singapore are strengthening semiconductor ties through strategic cooperation, investments, and policy support. India’s growing market, skilled workforce, and incentives position it as a rising global hub in advanced semiconductor manufacturing and innovation
While global markets reel under the weight of President Trump's tariff shocks, India has staged a quiet comeback—emerging as the first to bounce back from the chaos of 'Liberation Day', even as uncertainty clouds Wall Street
While several factors are supportive of Indigo’s surging valuations, the industry is not sans some risks. Read here
India’s UPI, a public digital payment system, thrives on zero-cost, trust, and inclusion. Reintroducing fees or enabling market concentration risks undoing progress. This article talks about why India must resist UPI fees and rein in market power
As the new financial year dawns, the Reserve Bank of India’s latest policy signals a year of recalibration for the banking sector. Underneath the surface of regulatory adjustments and rate movements, deeper structural challenges are beginning to emerge—ones that could reshape how Indian banks operate and compete in the year ahead
JPMorgan chief tells the FT that Washington and Beijing ‘should engage’ as tariffs escalate
As tensions rise between Washington and Beijing, a quiet but powerful move is playing out in global supply chains. This isn’t just about tariffs or tweets—it’s about materials hidden in the gears of global innovation, from defence to electric vehicles. A new front in the US-China standoff has opened, and the implications are far-reaching
The Reserve Bank of India’s evolving stance on liquidity underpins its monetary policy
Which are the banks that have cut FD rates of late? Take a look
The Draft DPDP Rules aim to support India's data protection law, but concerns exist regarding data localisation, data retention, and age verification. A more pragmatic, flexible approach is needed to balance privacy, business needs, and innovation
A survey of police personnel reveals 'that a significant proportion of police personnel justify the use of torture and violence in the course of their duties, and also believe that they should be allowed to use force without any fear of punishment.' This is problematic and not something the political class should ignore
Titans of finance and business are beginning to realise they misread the president’s second-term priorities
While gold experienced a dip in March when stock markets gained traction from renewed foreign investor participation in local equities, the precious metal showed resilience in April
The recent unrest in Murshidabad has reignited concerns over communal harmony and political accountability in West Bengal. As conflicting narratives emerge and displaced families seek shelter, the incident has become a flashpoint in the run-up to a high-stakes 2026 election
India leads globally in women STEM graduates but faces barriers in workforce participation, leadership roles, and academia. To advance AI, diversity is essential. Addressing biases, work-life balance, and support initiatives is crucial for inclusivity
Panic-stricken offers to bring tariffs down to zero haven’t really impressed Trump. No one’s off the hook yet. Given this context, India’s approach has been wise in trying to impart greater stability through a bilateral trade agreement with the US. The 90-day pause needs to be utilised to firm up the deal, followed by FTAs with all major trading partners except China
The tariff war may result in the US-China rivalry spreading to strategic areas like Taiwan and having serious implications for American bonds. The crucial issue is which of the two leaders will take the first step to resolve the tariff issue before it gets out of hand
IT spending came under increased scrutiny as tariff-related economic uncertainty intensified
Solar installations accelerated on addition of large-scale projects, traction in private green energy markets
The market sends out smoke signals that can be read from the data provided by exchanges. Investors should pay heed to them
The IMF’s latest Financial Stability Report underscores the growing impact of geopolitical tensions on global asset markets, warning that trade disruptions and policy uncertainty pose systemic risks
A basic contradiction BJP faces is that while communal rhetoric is overlooked as it often gets political/electoral gains, casteist slurs and notions of ritual purity are frowned upon as they could alienate Dalit voters and lead to serious electoral consequences
