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Internet services across parts of Asia and the Middle East faced disruptions after undersea cables in the Red Sea were cut, experts said on Sunday. While concerns were raised over possible sabotage amid ongoing conflict in the region, it was not immediately clear what caused the incident, according to the news agency Associated Press.Microsoft said on its status page that …

The Indian technology services outsourcing sector, valued at $283 billion, derives over 60% of its earnings from US. (AI image) India’s IT sector is worried about the possible imposition of tariffs on software exports to the US by the Donald Trump administration. The IT sector is already experiencing challenges due to worldwide economic uncertainties and the increasing adoption of AI-based …

Two-wheeler sales are expected to grow by 5-6 per cent this fiscal, aided by the GST Council’s recent tax rationalisation, according to a report by Crisil Ratings. Passenger vehicles (PVs) are forecast to see a modest 2-3 per cent rise.As per news agency ANI, Crisil said the rate reduction would lift demand in the auto sector, which has been under …

Elon Musk’s firm in talks with data centres, telcos; groundwork begins for broadband rollout Elon Musk-owned Starlink has begun groundwork to set up terrestrial infrastructure in India, holding advanced talks with data centre operators, internet exchange providers, fibre players and telecom majors, as the satellite broadband firm prepares to launch services in a potentially high-growth market.According to people aware of …

Top stocks to buy (AI image) Stock market recommendations: According to Sudeep Shah, Head – Technical Research and Derivatives, SBI Securities, the top stock picks for this week are Swiggy, and Goldiam International Ltd. Here’s his view on Nifty, Bank Nifty for the week starting September 8, 2025:Nifty ViewThe benchmark index Nifty experienced notable volatility throughout the past week, with …

Faisal IslamEconomics editor WPA Pool/Getty Images It’s been a bruising first week back for the government, full of resignations, reshuffles, and ructions in markets. All of this will have an impact on what ends up in the chancellor’s famous red box outside No 11 in 11 weeks’ time. The first thing to note is that it will be Rachel Reeves …

For most Indians, the fear of outliving retirement savings looms larger than ever as life expectancy rises and medical costs climb. Picture this: your morning coffee in retirement, bills paid, lifestyle intact — and all of it supported by a steady Rs 1 lakh monthly income. Financial planners say this is possible, but the secret lies in building the right …

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday announced that investors of Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGB) 2020-21 Series VI, issued on September 8, 2020, will be able to opt for premature redemption on September 6, 2025. The redemption price has been fixed at Rs 10,610 per unit.According to the RBI statement, the price has been arrived at on the basis …

The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA) has received a set of recommendations from a high-level committee that proposes a simplified process for low-value investor claims, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) said on Saturday.According to the ministry, the changes are expected to reduce timelines, enhance transparency, and deliver hassle-free services to investors, PTI reported.The committee comprised representatives from …

The sweeping GST reforms announced this week will give a major push to India’s cooperative and farm sectors by reducing costs, boosting demand, and raising incomes, the Ministry of Cooperation said in a statement.The ministry noted that the reforms will particularly benefit rural enterprises, farmer producer organisations (FPOs), and women-led self-help groups engaged in food and milk processing. “GST rate …