Mint Kolkata - May 10, 2025
Mint Kolkata - May 10, 2025
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In this issue
May 10, 2025
When you miss the waves
Missed WAVES? Here's what (and what not) to feel FOMO about—from someone who skipped it too
2 mins
Moving with your pet?
Doing your homework and understanding the rules can make the move to a new country smooth for your pet
3 mins
The Men and Women Who Inspired Ravi Varma
In February 1906, the 10-year-old rani of Travancore was taken to the upstairs window of an old palace. Standing below in the courtyard were two boys, one a college-goer, the other his teenaged younger brother.
4 mins
Can AI Replace Children's Book Illustrators?
AI-generated picture books for children are getting better with time. Illustrators tell us how they feel about this development
5 mins
'Axone' and 'tenga' spice up dining in Andheri
Delivery kitchens and restaurants serving cuisines from the North-East are adding to the melting pot of this Mumbai suburb
4 mins
Like coffee, hold a tea festival too
A fortnight ago, I popped in at the India International Coffee Festival in Bengaluru. I am an occasional filter coffee drinker, but conversations with coffee folks have been as fascinating as tea.
2 mins
Spirited encounters with Peru's national drink
From its colonial origins to its place in contemporary mixology, pisco reveals rich layers of Peruvian history, identity and pride
3 mins
How Ben Griffin Made a Comeback
The golfer's journey from financial strain to PGA Tour triumph, supported by a forgotten brand
3 mins
Duplantis soars to impossible heights
Swedish-American pole-vaulter Mondo Duplantis breaks multiple records, cementing his status as an all-time great
5 mins
Family holidays with kids, pots and pans in tow
Combining new cuisines with familiar flavours of home can make travel easier for kids—and adults
4 mins
Viagra Boys and the simple charms of love
In his critically acclaimed Netflix sketch show I Think You Should Leave, American comedian Tim Robinson specialises in lampooning a very particular brand of insecure, overcompensating manhood.
3 mins
When the table becomes a stage
In Jyoti Dogra's new play, the central characters are all named Pavitra Kumar and the table is the seat of every rendezvous
2 mins
White smoke on the silver screen
The world was looking at the Sistine Chapel as the Vatican's first papal conclave in over a decade began on 7 May, following the death of Pope Francis on 21 April.
3 mins
HITTING REFRESH
Six years after she had a stroke, designer Anamika Khanna is taking the slow and steady route to turn her couture and pret labels into global hits
4 mins
Towards The Grain
The co-founder of Wholsum Foods on building a children's food brand championing Indian grains, and how being a professional swimmer has shaped her life and attitude
7 mins
CIL to pour ₹25k cr into augmenting RE capacity
Coal India Ltd (CIL) diversifies its operations amid the energy transition race; the coal mining major has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to supply 4,500MW of renewable power to Greenko founders-backed AM Green’s green ammonia facilities.
1 min
Rupee fall may be transient, conflict may amplify impact
Rupee's 88-paise drop on Thursday marked its steepest single-day fall in more than 2.5 years
2 mins
Chenab rail bridge may be opened for troops
With tensions on the boil, the railway ministry is exploring the possibility of opening the world's tallest railway bridge over the Chenab river for the movement of defence personnel and essential supplies, according to two people aware of the development.
1 min
BCCI forwards IPL calendar by a week
India may opt out of the Asia Cup and the Indian Premier League could be held in that window instead
1 min
Hospitals told to be ready for trauma care
In response to heightened tensions with Pakistan, India is bolstering its emergency medical preparedness, with Union health minister J.P. Nadda chairing a review meeting on Friday.
1 min
Insurance to cost more for hydro, RE power projects
Already, hydro and green energy projects in the border states are under high alert amid increased security
1 min
Post-Op Sindoor Escalation Derails Indians' Travel Plans
Travel cos flooded with cancellation requests due to airport closures and cross-border firing
2 mins
Govt Activates Fact-Check Unit To Debunk False Info
Information Regarding A Terrorist Attack On An Army Brigade In Rajouri Was Also Shared And Circulated Widely
2 mins
Security beefed up in key cities to foil Pak sleeper cells
Security has been tightened and alerts issued for sensitive infra, transport hubs and crowded public places
2 mins
Markets See Red as Indo-Pak Tensions Continue to Rise
The set up indicates continuation of the downside pressure, unless tensions abate
3 mins
Govt says there are enough food stocks, warns against hoarding
Residents in border regions rushed out to buy essentials from food grains to biscuits, prompting Union food and consumer affairs minister Pralhad Joshi on Friday to urge the public to disregard what he called misleading messages about food stocks, saying there are enough supplies available in the country.
2 mins
CCPA pulls up e-comm giants over walkie-talkie sales
The consumer regulator has issued notices to major e-commerce platforms including Amazon, Flipkart, Meesho, OLX, Facebook and IndiaMart for allowing the illegal sale of walkie-talkies operating in licensed frequency bands without mandatory regulatory disclosures.
1 min
Indian Drone Makers See Demand Opportunity in Border Tensions
Likely procurements by the armed forces could provide some much-needed relief to drone companies
2 mins
What higher gold prices have meant for Titan's Q4 performance
Consumers still want gold, but within budget; they are looking for lower-carat jewellery or lower making charges
2 mins
Debt mutual fund inflows in April at a two-decade high
Investors are seeking lower-risk options to ride out the market volatility and to rebalance their portfolios
2 mins
Govt doubles startup credit guarantee, cuts sector fee
To ease credit access for startups and fuel innovation in key priority sectors, the government has doubled the guarantee cover under its Credit Guarantee Scheme for Startups (CGSS), effectively raising the limit per borrower from ₹10 crore to ₹20 crore.
2 mins
Indian firms promote WFH for those near border areas
Some companies have set up task forces to track employee locations, monitor operations
3 mins
Delhi HC orders seizure of 129 Gensol EVs over lender petition
The Delhi high court has ordered the seizure and relocation of 129 electric vehicles (EVs) leased by Gensol Engineering and ride-hailing startup BluSmart, over a petition by lender STCI Finance.
2 mins
India's sovereign rating gets an upgrade
Morningstar DBRS on Friday upgraded India's sovereign credit rating to 'BBB' with a stable outlook, up from 'BBB (low)', citing structural reforms, infrastructure investments, and fiscal consolidation as key drivers.
1 min
Dr Reddy's reports 21% rise in Q4 profit
Dr Reddy's Laboratories on Friday said its consolidated net profit increased 21% year-on-year to ₹1,587 crore during the March quarter, aided by strong sales across all regions, including the US and India.
1 min
Swiggy's net losses double in fourth quarter
CEO Majety expects Instamart to reduce its losses going forward
2 mins
Mint Kolkata Newspaper Description:
Publisher: HT Digital Streams Ltd.
Category: Newspaper
Language: English
Frequency: Daily
The business newspaper “Mint” published by one of the leading media houses of India, Hindustan Times, in association with Wall Street Journal. It aims to connect India to the world and the world to India in terms of business, economy, regulation and policies...
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