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TCS reports 14% fall in Q3 profit, to pay Rs 57 dividend

‘Old’ CPI inflation rises to 1.33% in December, ends 2025 outside RBI target range

Why the criminal investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell sends a chilling message Subscriber Only

Powell, a Trump appointee from his first term, has struck a defiant tone, saying the investigation should be seen in the “broader context of the administration’s threats and ongoing pressure”.

Railways finalises fare of first Vande Bharat sleeper train, 3AC Howrah-Guwahati ticket to cost Rs 2,299

X admits Grok AI objectionable image issues, blocks 600 offending accounts: Sources

New Economy and AI

Govt ‘not satisfied’ with X response on Grok AI, considering next steps

In its formal response, sent on Wednesday, X is understood to have acknowledged the severity of the issue and committed to taking action against accounts creating such inappropriate prompts on its artificial intelligence platform, The Indian Express has learnt.

Could X lose legal immunity over Grok AI’s objectionable pictures of women?

As India’s law enforcement agencies turn to AI, the potential benefits, risks Subscriber Only

Red flags in Govt: Can GenAI models track prompts of officials, leverage citizens’ data? Subscriber Only

How deepfakes on Instagram, X casts shadow over women’s dignity, privacy Subscriber Only

Companies and Markets

Relief package may have set stage for Govt exit from Vodafone Idea, stake sale in works

Adani cements consolidation: ACC, Orient to merge with Ambuja Cements

Walmart-owned Flipkart looks at public listing by the end of 2026

After exit from Tata Trusts, Mehli Mistry quits Tata’s Small Animal Hospital board Subscriber Only

EXCLUSIVE | Tata director admits: Breaking consensus got us unwelcome publicity, govt’s attention Subscriber Only

Amazon, Flipkart, Swiggy, Zomato to contribute to fund for gig workers’ welfare Subscriber Only

Data Corner

Why Trump's Russia sanctions Bill could effectively end India's exports to US Subscriber Only

Nvidia says it's 'a generation ahead' amid early signs of AI chip rivalry with Google. How this could unfold Subscriber Only

Bharat NCAP 2.0: How the new rules could impact vehicle and pedestrian safety Subscriber Only

In Focus

Soumyarendra Barik

How an anonymous gambler made nearly half-a-million dollars via Maduro capture bet

Platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi operate in a sector called prediction markets, or opinion trading, which allow users to wager on the outcome of future events. Here is what to know

Business News

APJan 12, 2026

US futures slip while Asian shares gain as Fed chair Powell faces legal threat

On Friday, U.S. stocks hit records following a mixed report on the U.S. job market, one that may delay another cut to interest rates by the Federal Reserve but does not slam the door on

PTIJan 11, 2026

India tightens crypto noose: Live selfies, geo-tagging now mandatory for users

Under the new rules, users must take a "live selfie" using software that verifies their presence, typically through eye-blinking or head movement. The measure helps prevent the use of static photos or deepfakes.

Dheeraj MishraJan 11, 2026

No RAC, minimum fare equivalent to 400-km journey rate: Fare structure of Vande Bharat sleeper trains notified

The price of the Vande Bharat sleeper train tickets will be slightly higher than existing premium trains like the Rajdhani Express

Aanchal MagazineJan 11, 2026

In Pre-budget meet with Union Finance Minister: States flag revenue loss after GST cuts, erosion of fiscal powers

States also sought simplified conditions for capital spending and 50-year loans, renewed focus on investment promotion, developmental priorities while flagging certain borrowing curbs.

George MathewJan 10, 2026

EuroChem unit moves HC to seize assets worth $2.2 billion of Italian company MAIRE

The appeal to Indian jurisdiction is made in accordance with procedures provided for under international law, ECSZ-2 said in a statement

Hitesh VyasJan 10, 2026

Gold ETF inflows surge 211% month-on-month to Rs 11,647 crore in December on safe-haven demand

Indian investors have increasingly turned to gold ETFs as a regulated, liquid, and cost-efficient alternative to physical gold, particularly during periods of volatility across equity and bond markets.

Aanchal MagazineJan 9, 2026

India proactively forging partnerships, strategies to secure national interest: Shaktikanta Das

Indian economy remains resilient, expected to be fastest-growing major economy in the world despite multiple, overlapping global shocks, said Principal Secretary to PM at the inaugural Bibek Debroy Memorial Lecture.

Hitesh VyasJan 9, 2026

RBI Governor calls on regulated entities to jointly develop tools to combat digital fraud

Malhotra said digital channels help in improving financial inclusion and convenience, but without guardrails. They can also facilitate opaque pricing, weak disclosures and inappropriate recovery practices.

Akash MandalJan 9, 2026

Stock indices log worst weekly fall in 3 months amid fresh US tariff concerns

The benchmark Nifty50 index, which fell over 1 per cent on Thursday, ended 193.55 points or 0.8 per cent lower on Friday, closing out the week at 26,683.30, down 2.4 per cent.