China's Xi calls for 'bigger, stronger' advanced manufacturing sector

Vladimir Putin sends message on PM Narendra Modi's birthday; highlights role in strengthening Russia-India ties

Russian President Vladimir Putin wished Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday, praising his contribution to strengthening the India-Russia strategic partnership and calling their recent Delhi talks substantive and productive. Putin thanked Modi for his hospitality during the BRICS Summit visit, while both leaders discussed closer trade, energy, infrastructure, technology, defence and cooperation on regional and global issues.

Kanohar Electricals shares rocket 36% in two days after IPO debut. Buy, sell or hold the stock?

Kanohar Electricals shares surged on Thursday, extending gains for a second session and rising 36% above its Rs 632 issue price. The Rs 1,055.74 crore IPO was subscribed 90.59 times, led by 215.37x subscription in the QIB category.

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay returns from UK with Rs 15,300 crore investment commitments, 10,000 jobs

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay concluded a successful six-day UK trip. He secured investment commitments totaling Rs 15,300 crore for the state. This visit aims to boost Tamil Nadu's economy towards a USD 1.5 trillion target. Several MoUs were signed for auto components, renewable energy, and GCCs. CM Vijay also inspected Silverstone Circuit and flagged off a race.

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay returns from UK with Rs 15,300 crore investment commitments, 10,000 jobs

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay concluded a successful six-day UK trip. He secured investment commitments totaling Rs 15,300 crore for the state. This visit aims to boost Tamil Nadu's economy towards a USD 1.5 trillion target. Several MoUs were signed for auto components, renewable energy, and GCCs. CM Vijay also inspected Silverstone Circuit and flagged off a race.

In 1992, scientists sent 230 hornets into space to see if they could build a nest without gravity; after 8 days, they returned without building one

During a 1992 space mission, the Endeavour shuttle became home to 230 hornets, prompting scientists to investigate how these insects build nests without the constraints of gravity. Sadly, a humidity crisis within their habitat led to many casualties, undermining the experiment’s goals. Despite the setbacks, this mission revealed significant difficulties that living organisms encounter in outer space.

Congress sweeps four Jaipur repoll wards, Dotasra hits back at BJP’s ‘massive majority’ claim

Rajasthan Congress President Govind Singh Dotasra criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma. He stated that repolling results in Jaipur debunked the BJP's majority claims. Congress swept all four wards where repolling was conducted in Jaipur city. Dotasra accused the BJP government of misusing power and the Election Commission. He asserted that the people's mandate was clear and the BJP's actions were exposed.

Mike Tyson bought a 51,800-sq-ft Connecticut mansion for $3 million in 1996; later 50 cent bought it for $4.1 million and sold it for $2.9 million in 2019; it is now back for $9.9 million

A Connecticut mansion once owned by Mike Tyson and later by 50 Cent is back on the market for 9.9 million dollars. Tyson bought it for 3 million dollars in 1996, lost it to his ex-wife in a divorce settlement, and she sold it to 50 Cent for 4.1 million dollars in 2003. 50 Cent sold it at a steep loss for 2.9 million dollars in 2019, and its current owners have spent more than 3 million dollars renovating it before relisting it.

Jindal Supreme IPO Day 2: Issue subscribed over 12.5x, GMP at 27% — Should you subscribe?

The Jindal Supreme IPO has attracted strong Day 2 demand, with overall subscription reaching 12.53 times and retail subscription at 19.13 times. Its GMP stands at Rs 25, suggesting positive unofficial market sentiment. The Rs 124.88 crore issue closes September 18. The proceeds from the issue will primarily repay debt.

Asian Games 2026: Gymnast Pranati Nayak takes measured approach in bid for maiden medal

Indian gymnast Pranati Nayak is targeting an Asian Games medal in her fourth appearance. She has recovered from a plantar fasciitis injury and feels fully fit. Nayak focuses on perfection and flexibility after a previous vaulting mistake. She has also worked on mental preparation with psychologists for concentration. The gymnast aims to qualify for the final and then assess vault difficulty.

Buckingham Palace responds to Charles Spencer’s claim that King Charles said Diana would be forgotten

Buckingham Palace issued a pointed response to Charles Spencer's memoir claim. Spencer alleges King Charles III said Diana would be forgotten soon. The Palace noted grief can affect memory and judgment over time. This statement came during a dispute over the funeral procession for Diana. Spencer's book revisits Diana's life and the events surrounding her death.

Paytm karo, back in vogue again: Can the stock reclaim IPO price after 5 years and 480% rally?

Paytm shares have rebounded over 480% from their lifetime low but remain 20% below the Rs 2,150 IPO price. The introduction of MDR on select high-value UPI transactions could create a new revenue stream for the fintech, while merchant lending, operating leverage and AI initiatives offer additional growth avenues.

ETMarkets Smart Talk| India less vulnerable to US rate shocks, but expensive midcaps remain at risk: Amar K Ambani

Indian equities are better positioned to withstand global rate shocks due to strong domestic liquidity, but expensive mid- and small-cap stocks remain vulnerable to rising US yields and earnings disappointments, says YES Securities’ Amar K Ambani. He expects quality smaller companies to deliver alpha but stresses the need for greater selectivity.

IIT-Delhi engineer, bank manager arrested by Mumbai Police for duping Rs 1.12 crore from a 68-year-old in a digital arrest scam

An IIT Delhi graduate and a private bank operations manager are among six people arrested in connection with a Rs 1.12 crore digital arrest scam targeting a 68-year-old retired professional in Dahisar. Police traced the money through a gold trading firm's account and alleged that the accused helped arrange mule accounts, SIM cards, OTP-enabled handsets and fund withdrawals.

Odisha rejects Dara Singh’s remission plea in Graham Staines murder case, tells SC

Odisha rejected Ravindra Pal alias Dara Singh's plea for early release. The Supreme Court granted Singh two weeks to amend his petition. Singh is serving a life sentence for the 1999 murder of Graham Staines and his sons. He has spent over twenty-five years in jail since his conviction. The court will hear the amended petition after three weeks.

Odisha rejects Dara Singh’s remission plea in Graham Staines murder case, tells SC

Odisha rejected Ravindra Pal alias Dara Singh's plea for early release. The Supreme Court granted Singh two weeks to amend his petition. Singh is serving a life sentence for the 1999 murder of Graham Staines and his sons. He has spent over twenty-five years in jail since his conviction. The court will hear the amended petition after three weeks.

Telangana to unveil master plan of Future City at 'Invest Telangana Global Summit': Revanth Reddy

The Bharat Future City will encompass innovative zones focused on technology, healthcare, and education, with major investments from industry leaders like TCS and Amazon, as Telangana celebrates its historical integration into India.

Bain’s Manny Maceda On India’s Ambitions Of Being The World’s Factory In a Multi-Local Era

Marriott International Anthony Capuano on War, Windfalls and Workforce

Global Market: China, Hong Kong markets slip as Fed signals more rate hikes

China and Hong Kong stocks fell on Thursday after the US Federal Reserve raised interest rates by 25 basis points and signalled another hike could come this year. Rate-sensitive sectors, including gold, non-ferrous metals and property stocks, came under pressure as investors reassessed the outlook for global borrowing costs and higher-for-longer rates.

India’s billion-dollar trade juggernaut has an unwanted case of missing balance

India’s early FTAs promised a two-way trade highway, but 15 years later the traffic looks decidedly one-sided. Deficits with ASEAN, Japan and South Korea have ballooned as imports raced ahead of exports. Trade experts say the answer is not to shut the road, but to repair it — from tariff imbalances and non-tariff barriers to poor FTA utilisation and costly inputs at home.

Attempt to divert attention from backlash over UPI tax: Congress on govt's Parl panel claims

Congress denies supporting a parliamentary committee's report on UPI payment fees. The party accuses the government of diversion after a significant public backlash. Government sources claim Congress MPs backed a tiered Merchant Discount Rate framework. Congress MPs state no specific UPI tax proposal was discussed. The opposition demands a rollback of the UPI tax decision.

Rajesh Jejurikar On The Mahindra Overhaul | The Brand Equity Show

Asian Games 2026 full cricket schedule: When do Shreyas Iyer and Harmanpreet Kaur's teams play? Full fixtures, squads and timings

Asian Games 2026 cricket schedule: ndia aims to defend its twin cricket gold medals at the 2026 Asian Games. The women's tournament begins September 17, with India playing hosts Japan on September 18. The men's competition starts September 28, with India facing a Group A qualifier. Both competitions will be held at Korogi Athletic Park in Aichi Prefecture. Schedules for the men's and women's events have now been officially announced.

HDFC Bank shares dip below ₹716; Stock hits day low

The stock ended at ₹721.50 on Wednesday and moderated between ₹713.10 and ₹719.05 during Thursday’s session

ED raids ex-Haryana minister Gopal Kanda in PMLA case linked to real estate 'fraud'

The Enforcement Directorate raided former Haryana minister Gopal Kanda's Gurugram properties. This action is part of a money laundering investigation into alleged real estate fraud. The probe involves Vatika Limited and its four commercial projects. Investors collectively paid Rs 248.46 crore for these projects.

ED raids ex-Haryana minister Gopal Kanda in PMLA case linked to real estate 'fraud'

The Enforcement Directorate raided former Haryana minister Gopal Kanda's Gurugram properties. This action is part of a money laundering investigation into alleged real estate fraud. The probe involves Vatika Limited and its four commercial projects. Investors collectively paid Rs 248.46 crore for these projects.

US govt sold Apollo 11 moon-dust bag for just $995 in 2015; two years later Illinois woman got $1.8 million for the same bag

Illinois woman got $1.8 million for moon-dust bag: A bag used during NASA’s Apollo 11 Moon mission was sold at a US government auction for $995 in 2015. Illinois attorney Nancy Lee Carlson later discovered that the bag contained lunar material. After a legal dispute with NASA, Carlson retained ownership and sold the historic artifact at Sotheby’s in 2017 for $1.8125 million.

Asian Games accommodation row deepens as Japan team reports men and women sharing rooms

Accommodation problems continue to affect the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games preparations. Even Japan's team is exploring alternative lodging options for its athletes. Organizers faced challenges housing seventeen thousand participants and officials for the event. A cruise ship and container-style huts are being used for some attendees. Japan's Olympic Committee secured backup hotel rooms as a contingency measure.

Delhi SIR: SC to hear plea against deletion of names from electoral roll on September 21

A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana said it will hear the matter on Monday as other matters related to SIR exercises are also listed next week.

How to stop ants from entering your home: 9 easy ways

One ant means a hundred more are on the way. Ants follow pheromone trails left by scouts, so once one finds a way in, the whole colony gets the memo. The good news is that stopping them does not need expensive products. Here are nine practical ways that actually work.

How to stop ants from entering your home: 9 easy ways

One ant means a hundred more are on the way. Ants follow pheromone trails left by scouts, so once one finds a way in, the whole colony gets the memo. The good news is that stopping them does not need expensive products. Here are nine practical ways that actually work.

PM Modi explores semiconductor innovations at SEMICON India 2026

Modi turns 76: BJP leaders mark PM’s birthday with service drives, prayers across nation

Modi turns 76: BJP leaders mark PM’s birthday with service drives, prayers across nation

China's car glut has long flooded the world. Now comes the cleanup

China's auto industry faces a major reset as production exceeds domestic demand significantly. Toyota's planned joint venture consolidation with Chinese partners is an early indicator. Excess production is pushing Chinese automakers to export aggressively, causing global trade responses. Analysts predict a broad industry restructuring over the next two to three years. This consolidation aims to improve efficiency and address the challenges of overcapacity.

Mukul Agrawal’s portfolio: Top 5 stock holdings and their one-month performance

He publicly holds 72 stocks with a net worth of nearly Rs 7,910 crore, according to Trendlyne data.

Keralam to support development of new medical device parks, ensure fast-track approval: CM

The next step for medical device makers should be to develop products for global markets: Satheesan

Rentomojo shares jump 9% after listing at 19% premium over IPO price. Can the debut-day mojo last?

Rentomojo shares surged 9% after a strong debut, taking gains to 30% above the IPO price. The stock listed at a 19% premium and rallied to Rs 526.70 within an hour. While analysts see long-term potential, they have flagged valuation concerns and advised caution after the sharp listing-day gains.

9 high protein breakfasts you can easily make at home

Most Indians already have everything they need for a high protein breakfast. The problem is we never think of dal, chana, or leftover rajma as morning foods. These nine ideas use what is already in your kitchen and turn everyday ingredients into genuinely protein rich breakfasts with almost no effort.