Stable political scenario, favourable policy, infra push to drive Indian economy in 2025

India's economic growth expected to accelerate in 2nd half of 2024-25: Report

The Indian economy is expected to pick up growth momentum in the second half of the current financial year with high-frequency indicators such as digital payments, power demand, service PMI, air passenger traffic, rising toll and GST collections suggesting a recovery is already underway, according to a Bank of Baroda report released on Saturday. Jan 11, 2025
wildfires in America

America's wildfire risk: More people living in harm's way

The rapid spread of wildfires across the Los Angeles region has forced thousands of residents to evacuate their homes. The two main blazes, the Palisades and Eaton fires, have been fueled by weather conditions, and their origins are still under investigation. These areas, known as the wildland-urban interface (WUI), are becoming increasingly dangerous as climate change fuels more intense fires. Jan 10, 2025
India to continue as fastest-growing major economy globally: Report

India to continue as fastest-growing major economy globally: Report

India will continue to stand out as the fastest-growing major economy globally in the coming years with growth momentum to improve in 2025 as government spending is picking up again and consumer sentiment stays resilient, according to a Franklin Templeton report. Jan 10, 2025
How long can you stare at your wife at home? Come to office and work 90-hr a week: L&T Chairman

L&T Chairman S. N. Subrahmanyan's 90-Hour Work Week Call Sparks Controversy

In a recent video message that has sparked controversy and gone viral on social media, Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Chairman S. N. Subrahmanyan suggested that employees should work 90 hours a week, including Sundays, to stay competitive. This comes after Infosys' N. R. Narayana Murthy's controversial 70-hour-a-week work call. Jan 9, 2025