WhatsApp is trialling a new on-device AI system that detects suspicious chats from unknown contacts, aiming to bolster scam prevention without compromising end-to-end encryption amid rising messaging fraud. WhatsApp is trialling a new scam warning system that uses on-device artificial…
India’s emerging role in supplying refined fuel to Russia challenges traditional energy flows, revealing deeper shifts amid sanctions and refinery disruptions. India’s refined fuel shipments to Russia point to a striking reversal in the global oil trade, but the picture…
As West Asian conflicts reshape trade flows, India grapples with narrowing discounts on Russian oil and rising import costs, prompting diversification and strategic recalibrations. India’s hunt for replacement crude is getting costlier as the West Asia conflict redraws trade routes…
India’s space sector is set to grow significantly, with policies supporting private firms and collaborations with the US, aiming to boost the market share from less than 2% to 10% in the coming years, underpinned by ambitious national programmes. India’s…
India’s wholesale inflation rate edged down slightly in July, but economists warn that persistent energy and manufacturing cost pressures, along with global uncertainties, suggest a cautious economic outlook for the coming months. India’s wholesale inflation eased marginally in July, but…
In India and beyond, founder-led brands are gaining traction by offering a human touch that counters declining trust and rising regulatory scrutiny, transforming the landscape of digital marketing and brand building. Founder-led brands are emerging as a powerful response to…
A significant reduction in Russian crude imports could substantially boost India’s oil bill and inflation, experts warn as geopolitical and trade tensions escalate. India could face a materially higher oil import bill if purchases of Russian crude are cut sharply,…
The Vizhinjam International Seaport prepares to commence its export-import operations, signalling a significant evolution from transshipment hub to a major freight gateway, with potential to reshape regional logistics and trade in southern India. Vizhinjam International Seaport will begin export-import operations…
India’s central bank may hold fire on rate changes as sluggish growth, inflation risks, and geopolitical uncertainties prompt a cautious economic outlook, suggests Crisil’s latest forecast. India’s central bank may keep room open for rate changes at its next policy…
The Comptroller and Auditor General’s report uncovers widespread GST rule violations in the works contract and construction industry, highlighting significant revenue losses and systemic weaknesses in scrutiny and enforcement. The Comptroller and Auditor General has found 1,334 cases of GST…
