National Handloom Day 2026: From Alia Bhatt to Samantha Ruth Prabhu; Actresses who celebrated India's textile heritage as brides

The genetic roots of Tamils: 75,000 DNA markers decoded in latest study of Sangam-era settlement

At least 4 killed 15 injured in shooting at school near Bangkok

Squadron Leader Bhawana Kanth scripts history as Indian Air Force gets its first woman ‘Top Gun’ pilot

Why the Su-30MKI doesn't need external fuel tanks to fly vast distances

‘We are ready to talk’: Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren reaches out to protesting students

Trump says Iranian school bombing photos could be AI-generated - 'I don’t think...'

Zendaya and Tom Holland celebrate their marriage with private reception in England

No connection between Jantar Mantar protesters and Pakistan-based ISI terror module, Punjab Police clarify

Thailand teen killed grandparents before shooting teachers at school – What we know about suspect

Primetime trailer: Robert Pattinson channels Chris Hansen in A24's dark crime thriller

Vishal Bhardwaj to develop film on Tarun Tejpal case after latest court verdict: Report

'Security can't be bought with Pakistan, Turkey deal': Iran tells Saudi Arabia

US may force more visa applicants to make social media accounts public under Trump's new plan

Michael 2 plans revealed: Makers to start filming soon with THIS release window

Explained | Can India reach WTC final with a series win in Sri Lanka?

NZ female politician joins meeting from bathroom with underwear hanging - 'You can see my washing, you can see me'

New Friday OTT releases (August 7, 2026): Operation Safed Sagar, Vadhandhi, Main Vaapis Aaunga- 6 movies and TV shows on Netflix, Prime Video and more

India avoids higher US tariff, secures lower 10% rate. Here's how

‘Certain munitions are unlimited, others...’: Did Trump admit some US weapons supplies were limited?

Can an S-400 operate in the desert?

Bluefly: Priyanka Chopra joins Russell Crowe for new sci-fi action thriller

'Massive attack coming... wait, never mind': Iran mocks US 'theatre diplomacy,' rejects Trump's claim of Hormuz progress

The Royals enter the Doctor Who universe: King Charles and Queen Camilla beam into Commonwealth Games in TARDIS

OpenAI reportedly building donut-shaped ChatGPT smart speaker for homes

France offers deal for 114 Rafale fighter jets, with 94 to be made in India

Lightning bolt strikes football field in Thailand, killing a player during a match

Drug-resistant fungus that hides in hair and enters bloodstream reported in 23 US states

Major relief for TN CM Vijay as wife Sangeetha withdraws infidelity and divorce petition

'Dhoni Made Fleming Great': Panesar says ECB made the wrong choice for England Test coach

The Paradise teaser: Nani's intense avatar and stunning visuals impress fans; new release date announced

Ukrainian astronomers see gargantuan objects dashing at 39,600 kmph on the Moon - 'They can reach Earth in 20 minutes'

Reels vs Results: Why political messaging alone won't win over India's young voters

Born in the USA? Trump targets 'birth tourism' with new birthright citizenship executive order

Asia's manufacturing sector had a poor year-end to 2023 as demand for the goods produced in the region was depressed by a weak global economy. According to S&P Global's manufacturing PMI data released on Tuesdays, much of Asia experienced a slowdown in new orders and output as input costs increased.

Asia's manufacturing activity ended 2023 on a weak note

Pakistan's inflation surged for the second consecutive month in December. Price growth was fueled by a weak currency and the international monetary fund-backed increase in energy cost. That stands in stark contrast to an easing in inflation globally.

Pakistan's inflation rises for the second straight month

After lowering interest rates for the first time since the peak of the pandemic in 2020, the Israeli Central Bank issued a warning. The Central Bank said the government's fiscal response to the hamas war runs the danger of increasing national debt...And may obstruct further monetary easing.

Israel's Central Bank warns on fiscal response to Hamas war | World Business Watch

For the first time in 20 years, South Korea's exports to the US surpassed its shipments to China last month. This indicates a change in the country's relationship on concerns over supply chains for technology and economic security.

US-Korea trade leaps amid China's geopolitical tensions | World Business Watch

Chinese EV maker BYD is challenging tesla at the EV game. BYD posted record sales in the December quarter and sold about 3 million vehicles in 2023, an increase of 61.9%.

Tesla battles with BYD for the most popular EV-maker title

In an unprecedented move, Ideas2IT, an India-headquartered tech firm has announced that 33% of the $100 million company's ownership would be transferred to its employees.

India: Tech firm valued at $100 million gives away 33 per cent ownership to staff

China's growing 'EJIAO' market to suffer if trade is banned. China imports over 3 million donkeys per year. The Donkey Skin is used to make traditional medicine in China.

Africa, Brazil to halt 'donkey skin trade' in major blow to supplies for Chinese medicine

A look at WION's monthly global economic health check & how Global markets performed in December. Oil fell 7% with Brent crude hovering around $77 per barrel even as Red Sea tensions escalate. Watch the video to know more!

Global economic analysis for market moves in December

Navigating the modern business landscape is an ever-shifting challenge, with trends evolving rapidly, consumer preferences in constant flux, and fortunes hanging in the balance. As business dive head-first to stay ahead of the curve in 2024, here are some trends that promise to shape the business terrain.

Can corporate giants compete with tech-first upstarts?

Builders' distress is rising in Asian economies. Residential housing under strain in Asia. Vietnam to South Korea are facing the Real Estate stress. Watch the video to know more!

Real Estate stress brewing in Asian markets?

In large part because of the devoted followers of Elon Musk and Tech-savvy early adopters Tesla is anticipated to announce on Tuesday that it had another record-breaking year for deliveries in 2023. The business is now trying to appeal to a wider audience.

Tesla's new strategy after winning over EV lovers

Stocks on Wall Street took a break in the last session of 2023 following a surge that brought the market close to all-time highs. Global equities snapped a five-day run-up on Friday, the final session before the New Year weekend. There are now indications of fatigue, suggesting a halt or retreat.

Stocks end stellar 2023 with a whimper

Stock Bull Run takes a break at the end of a banner year

Gustavo Cisneros who brought us multinational firms to Venezuela has died at the age of 78. He oversaw a broad array of assets from media to Industry and was known as the billionaire who defined Venezuela's business.

Billionaire Cisneros, who defined Venezuela's business, dies at 78

China's ruthless crackdown against tech giants continues. In a move to appease Chinese regulators, ant group has removed controlling stakeholders. With the latest move, China's central bank now lists ANT’s Alipay as a firm without an actual controller.

ANT group removes controlling stakeholders after crackdown

Hundreds of cargo ships that normally travel the vital Red Sea and Suez Canal transit are rerouting, which is driving up shipping prices. The Suez Canal crisis and the drought at the Panama Canal are disrupting the key maritime artery of the Red Sea. Central bankers now face challenges in combating inflation due to the increase in commercial shipping costs.

Red Sea crisis: Maritime attacks drive up costs

Tencent is facing continued pressure from China as Beijing cracks down on the technology, entertainment, and gaming industries. David Wallerstein, the chief exploration officer of Tencent Holdings, is stepping down from his key managerial position.

China's crackdown pushes Tencent to quit amid gaming turmoil

In 2023, economists widely anticipated a recession in the United States as the Federal Reserve raised interest rates to combat high inflation. However, the expected economic downturn never materialised. What are the factors that led to the world's largest economy defying grim expectations?

How the US defied a recession in 2023

India's economy is expected to maintain its growth momentum amid a fall in inflation. The government is optimistic after the economy beat expectations in July-September. This has also raised expectations that Asia's third-largest economy will outperform its estimates for the full year.

Government optimistic about economy's momentum as inflation falls

With fashion trends returning to the late 90s and early 2000s, one retail business has emerged as a clear winner this year. Abercrombie & Fitch's stock surged by 300% in value, marking its best yearly result since going public in 1996. The business has outperformed the S&P Index thanks to the surge, even surpassing the over 240% increase of artificial intelligence favourite Nvidia.

Abercrombie's 300% surge in 2023 beats sizzling-hot Nvidia

2023 was a comeback year for the world's wealthiest. The Bloomberg billionaires index states the collective net worth of the 500 richest increased by $1.5 trillion in 2023. to put that into context: the gains in 2023 is about half the GDP of UK, the world's sixth largest economy.

2023 marks $1.5 trillion in gains for the world's wealthiest

Emerging technologies will come with huge economic benefits, contributing 30 per cent to the global economy by 2030. Businesses are moving towards integrating these technologies, and we are likely to see certain adoption trends in 2024. We also speak to Raj Kapoor, founder, India Blockchain Alliance for more perspective.

Why companies need to embrace Tech for optimising their business

What is the tech outlook for businesses in 2024?

All eyes are on the Red Sea, where shipping routes have been disrupted due to attacks by Houthi rebels. The Yemen-based rebels have apparently stepped up attacks on container ships in solidarity with Palestine, amid the ongoing Israel-Gaza war.

Flashback Friday: How the interplay between geopolitics & trade triggered the 1956 Suez Crisis 

On December 15, Guyana and Venezuela agreed to resolve the Essequibo dispute without the use of force. With that, the threat of a military conflict is over - at least for now.

Guyana-Venezuela tensions: How oil discovery revived Essequibo crisis

n the world of finance, this year has been a roller coaster of highs and lows, from soaring stock markets to unexpected economic challenges.

2023: A Roller Coaster Ride | Soaring stock markets | NASDAQ records trillion-dollar valuations