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What is UPI123Pay?

Transactions through UPI are registering a rapid growth in India. And RBI's initiative to introduce it in feature phones is set to take it to another level. Watch our next report to know why

Is the government undervaluing LIC for its IPO?

LIC's much-awaited IPO is finally opening on May 4. But its current valuation is Rs 6 lakh cr, less than half of the expected value of Rs 13 lakh cr. Is the govt undervaluing the state-run behemoth?

What is India-EU Trade and Technology Council?

India and the European Union agreed to establish a Trade and Technology Council early this week. What it is and what both sides will gain from it, watch this report to know more.

What are advanced chemistry cells?

Advanced chemistry cell batteries may soon be manufactured in India, thanks to the government's PLI scheme. These cells account for 80% of the cost of lithium-ion batteries. Let's find out more.

What does the Future deal collapse mean for Amazon and Reliance?

The battle between Amazon and Reliance over Future Group took another twist when Reliance abandoned its plan to acquire the firm. What would this mean for the retail ambitions of Amazon and Reliance?

Does draft battery-swapping policy address all concerns of the industry?

Amid e-scooters erupting in flames, the govt has come out with a draft on battery-swapping policy with a host of incentives. Will swapping address the safety concerns facing the electric two-wheelers?

Is invoking a non-compete clause by Infosys a right move?

A workers' union has shot off a letter to the govt alleging Infosys of using a non-compete clause to prevent employees from joining rival firms. What's behind the clause? Can it set a wrong precedence

What can India do to address its perennial power shortage?

The summer here and tonnes of coal are burnt in power plants to keep homes and offices cold. But most plants are grappling with a coal shortage and hinted at a power crisis. What's the situation now?

Will BBNL's merger with BSNL expedite Bharat Net project?

Bharat Broadband Nigam Ltd is being merged with BSNL. Will this merger address the problems plaguing the project and expedite it. Our next report offers some insight

What is a 'poison pill' strategy & why has Twitter adopted one?

Twitter is trying to fend off a hostile takeover bid by one of its shareholders and world's richest man, Elon Musk. And for this, it has invoked an old strategy called poison pill. What is it?

Have big unexplained expenses? You can face IT review of past 10 years

IT sleuths can now trace all transactions of an individual, if they are not 'benami'. New reassessment regime allows them to probe any transaction worth Rs 50 lakh or more in the last 10 years

Twitter purchase can add to Elon Musk's India troubles

The Tesla CEO has offered $43.4 bn to purchase Twitter. But what if Elon Musk manages to acquire the microblogging platform? How will it shape his ties with India? And also that of Twitter?

All you can expect to see at the new Museum of Prime Ministers

Take a peek at what visitors can expect to see and experience inside the 'Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya' that showcases the stories and contributions of former Prime Ministers of independent India.

What is One Rank, One Pension?

The Supreme Court on March 16th upheld the 'one rank, one pension' scheme launched in 2015 and declined to interfere with the policy. Our next report takes a deep dive into the scheme

Can consumers expect relief from further fuel price hike?

March inflation has surged to 6.95% in India. The government, however, is keen to share some burden if oil prices remain above $ 110 per barrel mark. But is there a relief in the offing?

Can consumers expect relief from further fuel price hike?

March inflation has surged to 6.95% in India. The government, however, is keen to share some burden if oil prices remain above $ 110 per barrel mark. But is there a relief in the offing?

What are on-device wallet for small UPI transactions?

Following the RBI's guidelines, India's payments processor has designed an on-device wallet for Unified Payments Interface transactions up to Rs 200. What is it? How can it make our life easier?

Will reduction in 5G spectrum prices keep Indian telcos flying?

India's telecom regulator has suggested slashing the reserve prices for the radio waves before it goes for auction. Is the debt-ridden telecom sector happy? Will this give a leg-up to the industry?

What is fracking and what makes it controversial?

Soaring energy prices are spooking the markets and nudging countries into looking for more oil reserves. Fracking is one of the ways to extract gas and oil. What it is and why it is controversial?

Will India's box office earnings cross pre-pandemic level this year?

SS Rajamouli's RRR breached the Rs 1,000 cr collection on Monday. Several other movies are also lined up for release in the next few days. Will they be able to give the box office its old days back?