Sowmya Srinivas is engineering director at Rakuten India By Sowmya SrinivasWhen I started my career in IT nearly 20 years ago, I was excited about solving problems through code. I spent hours debugging, improving logic, and making systems work. Over time, I worked across industries like airlines, healthcare, and e-commerce, which helped me grow. From…
New Delhi: There is good news for buyers of top consumer segments such as ACs, TVs (over 32-inches) and dishwashers. The GST Council has cut the rates on the products from 28% to 18%, which will see significant cuts in consumer prices. FM Nirmala Sitharaman said the decision was taken in order to give relief…
NEW DELHI: In an affirmation of India’s semiconductor ambitions, Japanese supply chain major Fujifilm Electronic Materials on Wednesday said it is keen to set up a factory in India as it explores new investments and hirings in the country to cater to the growing fab ecosystem.“India has a big potential across semiconductor manufacturing, supply chain…
Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas are often seen setting couple goals with their sweet moments. Their romance and PDA are loved by fans on social media. On Wednesday night, Nick shared a video of himself performing the Jonas Brothers’ song ‘Backwards’, while Priyanka could be seen enjoying a relaxing self-care session.Jonas shared the video on…
Sri Lanka beat Zimbabwe (Photo: @OfficialSLC on X) Sri Lanka secured a four-wicket victory over Zimbabwe in the opening match of their three-match Twenty20 international series in Harare on Wednesday.Zimbabwe set a target of 175-7 in their allocated 20 overs, with Brian Bennett leading the charge with 81 runs. Sri Lanka successfully chased down the…
NEW DELHI: Activity in the country’s key services sector rose to a 15-year high as new orders and output surged, exports soared, and business confidence rose to a five-month high, a survey showed on Wednesday.The HSBC India Services PMI Business Activity Index increased from 60.5 in July to 62.9 in Aug-the steepest expansion rate since…
NEW DELHI: Commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday assured exporters to support them in dealing with steep tariffs imposed by the US, an official said. He also reaffirmed govt’s commitment to safeguarding the interests of Indian exporters, amid the evolving global trade scenario.He assured industry representatives that govt is actively engaged in creating…
NEW DELHI: Chief Justice of India B R Gavai Wednesday said dignity serves as a guiding principle that connects rights, allowing the judiciary to develop a coherent framework for constitutional adjudication – whether in context of prisoners, workers, women or persons with disabilities.Delivering the keynote address at the 11th L M Singhvi memorial lecture, CJI…
NEW DELHI: Employment in India’s unincorporated sector dipped marginally in the April-June quarter of the current fiscal compared to the previous quarter, though the number of enterprises rose, according to a quarterly survey released Wednesday. National Statistics Office (NSO) published first quarterly bulletin of unincorporated sector enterprises (QBUSE) with estimates for Jan-Mar and Apr-June 2025….
When it comes to healthy snacking, two popular choices often compared are peanuts and makhanas. Both are nutrient-dense, packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, offering a variety of health benefits. Peanuts are rich in protein and healthy fats, which promote satiety and help keep hunger under control for longer, making them suitable for energy…
