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In this issue

November 03, 2025

High gear at long last

India’s September cut in GST rates had the auto industry rejoicing. One can now see why.

1 mins

Future of Tata Trusts troubled Ratan Tata the most, say his sisters

Sisters of the late industrialist Ratan Tata have voiced distress over the turmoil at Tata Trusts, describing last week's removal of Mehli Mistry as a retaliatory action by other trustees.

1 mins

Microfinance begins to recover, but it’s a long walk to full health

After two years of credit stress, policy reforms and write-offs, India’s microfinance sector is taking tentative steps to recovery.

1 mins

Mistry moves trusts regulator

Mehli Mistry has challenged the decision of the Tata Trusts to remove him as a trustee before the Maharashtra Charity Commissioner, and urged the regulatory body to hear his case before approving the decision by the country'slargest philanthropic entities last week.

1 mins

Is OpenAI becoming too big to fail?

Sam Altman’s ability to intertwine the startup throughout major tech players puts it at the nexus of a vital part of the U.S. economy

2 mins

Connected gadgets may need to clear cyber checks

Manufacturers of connected devices will need to prepare for a sweeping new cybersecurity framework that could soon become mandatory across sectors, according to four people aware of the matter.

1 mins

Small options traders thin out as reforms take effect

Number of some of the bigger investors fell as well, though not at the same pace

2 mins

Nexperia’s Dutch takeover puts local carmakers on alert

A Chinese-owned company headquartered in the Netherlands is at the epicentre of a new semiconductor chokepoint roiling the global auto industry.

1 mins

WHEN THE SUN GOD HIDES IN A HAZE AND CLIMATE CALLS

The sun god failed to keep a date with devotees in Delhi on Tuesday. Thick smog played spoilsport on Chhath, the festival of sun worship.

3 mins

Progress made on India ties: Canada PM

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has underscored — the “progress” his government has made with India as part of its strategy to reduce the country's dependence on trade with the neighbouring US.

1 mins

Women may hold the key in Bihar again, and Nitish Kumar knows it

On board a local bus from Araria to Saharsa in the northeastern part of Bihar, on National Highway 231, Rajiv Kumar, a resident of Kishanpur village in Supaul district, says it is too early to predict the outcome of the assembly election.

2 mins

Govt plans medical checklist

In a bid to raise the bar for medical education and patient care, the government is preparing a quality overhaul of all 808 medical colleges across India.

1 mins

States’ interest-free capex loan may rise 15% in FY27

Only about a third of this year’s 41.5 trillion outlay has been utilized by states so far

2 mins

A green nod ‘zero period’ to help projects stuck in litigation

A move expected to unlock stalled investments and accelerate infrastructure growth, the ministry of environment, forest and climate change (MoEFCO) has decided that the time lost by projects in legal or insolvency proceedings will no longer count against their environmental clearance (EC) period.

1 mins

Isro launches its heaviest satellite CMS-03 in orbit

The multi-band communication satellite will provide services over a wide oceanic region including the Indian landmass.

1 mins

Hacking your way to long life

Several wellness startups are aiming to keep diseases at bay, and reduce an individual's biological age

4 mins

PE/VC investments reach a yearly high

Private equity (PE) and venture capital (VC) deal activity rebounded sharply in the week ended 2 November, hitting the highest weekly volume of the year, according to data collated by VCCircle.

1 mins

THE CONTRASTING FAITH IN OVERSEAS RETURNS AMONG INDIANS

Last week, Bertie attended two Diwali parties on the same evening.

3 mins

Enough triggers for earnings growth even without India-US deal'

A trade deal with the US is important for India, but even without it, there are enough triggers to drive earnings growth and take the markets out of the consolidation phase, according to Hiren Ved of Alchemy Capital Management.

4 mins

Maruti bets on small-car surge

Maruti Suzuki India Ltd’s latest management commentary has spurred hopes of brighter days after the September quarter (Q2FY26).

2 mins

Small traders in F&O thin out as reforms kick in

Sebi's study coincided with it passing an interim order accusing Jane Street of manipulating Bank Nifty.

1 mins

Mehli Mistry files caveat against ouster from Tata Trusts

the board to the Charity Commissioner.

3 mins

Small-town multiplexes go gourmet. Will the plan work?

New multiplex chains are taking a page from larger peers’ playbook.

2 mins

India’s rare earth magnets plan draws global suppliers

Lynas, Iluka, Rainbow show interest in ₹7,300-cr rare earth magnet manufacturing scheme

2 mins

Coal India chief calls for biz reform

Newly appointed Coal India Ltd (CIL) chairman Sanoj Kumar Jha called for an “overhaul” of the state-run miner’s business model and systems.

1 mins

Is AI juggernaut OpenAI becoming too big to fail?

become a publicly traded company one day. Already, some are talking about how OpenAI might be the first trillion-dollar initial public offering.

2 mins

Swiggy, Zomato dine-out paths diverge amid revival

Swiggy chases profitability, while Zomato focuses on building scale to cash in on momentum

2 mins

Microfin begins to recover, but full health is still far

Profitability remains under pressure and growth still appears far due to uneven recovery across states and lenders.

1 mins

Pentagon chief urges closer ties with Vietnam amid arms talks

The US wants deeper military ties with Vietnam, US defence secretary Pete Hegseth said on Sunday at the start of a visit to Hanoi, amid prolonged talks for the potential supply of military equipment to Washington’s former foe.

1 mins

China is filling up its oil reserves fast

China has spent months building up its oil reserves. That might come in handy in the wake of the new sanctions the U.S. recently imposed on Russian crude.

4 mins

Why firms are no longer hanging on to employees

‘Labor hoarding’—holding on to employees for fear of not being able to get them back later—has reached its end

4 mins

Xi-Trump deal leads to resumed shipments of crucial auto semiconductors

China will loosen its export restrictions on semiconductors made by Nexperia, its Commerce Ministry said, after the Chinese-owned, Netherlands-based automotive chip maker was caught in the crossfire of the U.S.-China trade war, leading to supply disruptions that hit car production.

2 mins

Oct petrol sales at 5-month high

India’s petrol sales surged to a five-month high in October on festive travel boost, but diesel consumption remained flattish, defying the trend, according to preliminary industry data.

1 mins

Contractors to face fines for NH crashes

To prevent road accidents and fatalities, the highways ministry has decided to penalize contractors if more than one accident happens in a year on a particular stretch of national highways, built under the

1 mins

flyadeal plans India flights in 2026: CEO

Bullish on the fast-growing Indian aviation market, Saudi Arabia’s no-frills carrier flyadeal will start flights to Indian cities, including Mumbai, from the first quarter of 2026.

1 mins

Melissa leaves 50 dead in Caribbean

Jamaican officials announced plans Saturday to set up multiple field hospitals as it recovers from Hurricane Melissa, with the death toll numbering at least 50 across the Caribbean— and expected to rise.

1 mins

Adani ships record solar modules

Adani Solar has crossed a major milestone by shipping over 15,000 megawatts (MW) of solar modules across domestic and international markets—becoming the first and fastest Indian manufacturer to achieve this feat.

1 mins

Nigeria welcomes US aid in terror fight

Nigeria said on Sunday it would welcome US help in fighting Islamist insurgents as long as its territorial integrity is respected, responding to threats of military action by President Donald Trump over what he said was the ill-treatment of Christians in the West African country.

1 mins

Indian carmakers on alert after Nexperia takeover

Nijmegen, Netherlands-based Nexperia, owned by China's Wingtech Technology, has been thrust into crisis after the Dutch government moved to take control of its operations in September, citing national security concerns.

2 mins

Opec+ halts output hikes beyond Dec amid glut fears

The bloc has raised oil output targets by around 2.9 million barrels per day since April

1 mins

Canada, Philippines sign defence pact

Canada and the Philippines, both staunch critics of China’s increasingly coercive actions in the disputed South China Sea, signed a key defence agreement on Sunday to boost combat drills and expand security alliances to deter aggression, officials said.

1 mins

Connected gadgets may need to clear cybersecurity checks soon

The move follows a government assessment that found glaring gaps in cybersecurity certification, exposing imported products and critical infrastructure to risks of malware and tampered components.

2 mins

FAITHTECH IS BRINGING RITUALS TO THE SCREEN

The deliverable, which is often a video recorded or live streamed with the devotee’s name, is tricky

7 mins

How faithtechs are bringing rituals to the screen

handles the backend, including technology, marketing, logistics and devotee engagement, while temples focus on conducting rituals.

1 mins

PFRDA'S BLUEPRINT SHIFTS FOCUS FROM SAVINGS TO INCOME

India is one of the youngest nations but is ageing fast. Within a few decades, it may have more senior citizens than the entire US population. This gives India a short window to prepare, and the growing focus on post-retirement income marks a shift from savings-led accumulation to income security.

2 mins

When more isn't better: Building a balanced mutual fund portfolio

Experts suggest a structured, goal- and time-based approach with the right mix of equity, debt and hybrid funds

3 mins

How to contest unjustified claim rejections

My husband was hospitalized from 14th to 22nd July 2024 for the treatment of chronic liver disease (CLD) at areputed hospital. After discharge, we submitted a reimbursement claim with all the required medical and policy documents.

2 mins

Why the world is wrong about attention spans today

You may have heard, your attention span is abysmally short these days. It would appear that it is remarkable that you have reached the second sentence of this column.

4 mins

Rupee stablecoins: Is it time to allow their use?

Should India permit the launch of rupee-pegged digital tokens? A cryptosceptic RBI is best placed to weigh its risks against rewards and articulate a vision for the evolution of money

2 mins

How about special governance zones to improve Indian cities?

Let these be test enclaves for innovation so that their successful models can be adopted across India

3 mins

AI should stay out of schools till it can prove its usefulness

It’s better to take a cautious approach than expose kids to AI risks

3 mins

AI may work out better for jobs than labour doomsayers argue

Automation enabled by AI could actually enhance employment but we must guard against concentrations of market power

4 mins

Draft rules for AI content do little to protect consumers

The government's draft rules to regulate content generated by artificial intelligence (AI) on online platforms have received mixed reviews, with negative opinions outweighing positive responses.

3 mins

How to build an enduring career in three simple steps

In an age of longevity, only those who stay physically fit, mentally tough and intellectually honest truly thrive

2 mins

Building teams by sharing small joys on the phone

FedEx's Nitin Navneet Tatiwala on mentorship and collaboration

2 mins

The cost of being too experienced at work

Mid-level managers are vanishing as firms chase productivity through cuts, automation, and a preference for younger, cheaper hires

4 mins

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