Multinationals are showing the country how to stay ahead of the AI challenge — and catch up to rival China
The Elon Musk-owned microblogging platform readily suspended the account of a doctor on the orders of a civil court, weeks after appealing a verdict that upheld the government of India’s orders to block some accounts
We don’t usually draw lots to allocate duties or privileges, but what if we did?
A selection of articles and social media gems from the world of economy, business and finance, curated by our research and opinion teams
Fights over productivity distract from more practical, even CEO-friendly, benefits
Esports would bring a much-needed infusion of youth, cultural relevance and money to the lagging event
In today's edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Eurozone slump has surprises for Indian market, criticism can help refine ESG framework, time for India to up peace initiative in Ukraine, bank reforms urgent as climate goals wait, and more
The definition of pets in the city has just been redefined by some residents who keep roosters and buffaloes in downtown neighbourhoods. Complaining neighbours have to search for rules to file their protest
Galathea Bay will have to compete very aggressively, being a pure transhipment port, without the benefit of originating/terminating traffic. However, the opportunity that it provides for India’s strategic security in the Bay of Bengal could be a key consideration.
Despite a fall in spending by clients, the group looks better placed than many of its rivals
Multilateral development banks will have to triple their lending by 2030 and Larry Summers prescribes that they look at new areas like derivatives, mutual funds, insurance and guarantees to raise money
One standout fact about Cainiao is that it is the second-largest contributor to Alibaba’s profit growth, despite accounting for just 9.2% of group revenue. Punching above its weight within the Alibaba empire is what makes the logistics company the perfect choice to lead the coming parade of IPOs
Just imagine if the yuan hadn't weakened this year, along with the string of disappointing economic reports. There could have been bigger trouble down the line. In that sense, let's embrace a weaker currency, albeit not one that weakens forever
Criticism serves as a catalyst for refining the ESG framework. It's through scrutiny and constructive feedback that we identify areas where ESG can be strengthened
The US may be heading back into a “vibecession” — a condition in which consumer confidence and other economic “vibes” decline so much that they threaten to become self-fulfilling prophecies and drag the economy down with them
Barclays estimates the CAD to be about $40 billion for FY24 and any increase due to oil prices would be offset by flows expected into the local debt market.
As Ukraine's counteroffensive falters, potential for India's peace initiative emerges
There appears to be willingness among investors to back their ESG talk with money, but industry needs to spruce up its act and be fit to receive these funds
A special regulatory regime for large unlisted companies is a right step, but it should go beyond preventing malpractices and encourage more transparency too
Companies with significant exposure to European markets could suffer a hit, meaning it has implications for investors in India, too
When it looked like this fine Indian company was in danger of imploding from within, Ashwin Dani went on to lay the foundations of a powerful Indian market leader that was also globally competitive, a rare and precious achievement
MS Swaminathan’s contributions spanned many walks of life but India will remember him most for his pioneering role in the Green Revolution that changed agriculture as Indian farmers knew it and ushered in self-sufficiency in foodgrain production
Today, the Green Revolution is frequently criticised for worsening the level of underground water, deterioration of the quality of soil, excessive use of fertilisers and chemical pesticides and polluting the water. Swaminathan was aware of the dangers of monoculture and the need to conserve soil fertility. He spoke against the indiscriminate use of chemical pesticides
Defaults are rising but sponsors have the money, tools and motivation to avert disaster
The latest victory in space innovation should be lauded, but the profitability and expense of industry-driven scouting deservedly require circumspection
