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India’s flex space market to surpass 100 million Sq Ft by 2027

India's flex workspace market is set for a significant expansion, with total flex stock across the top seven cities expected to cross 100 million sq ft by 2027, up from 72.3 million sq ft in 2025, according to Colliers' latest report, "Flex India: Pioneering the Future of Work."

2025-12-11T06:12:36.712352+00:00 IST

80% of Indian rural households report higher consumption

About 80 per cent of rural Indian households have consistently reported higher consumption over the last year, NABARD's Rural Economic Conditions and Sentiments Survey (RECSS) found, asserting the survey outcome as a hallmark of rising prosperity.

2025-12-11T05:53:31.852909+00:00 IST

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella calls for AI-driven shift in software

Microsoft Chairman and CEO Satya Nadella on Thursday highlighted the need for a fundamental shift in the way software is built in the age of artificial intelligence, emphasising that the next frontier of innovation will be defined by an AI-driven software development life cycle (SDLC).

2025-12-11T05:46:44.582980+00:00 IST

Diverse AI use cases delved upon at Carnegie technology summit

The Global Technology Summit Innovation Dialogue, hosted by Carnegie India, saw participation across a wide range of AI use cases, from efforts to ease farmers' lives to applications for animal care, leveraging the emerging technology.

2025-12-11T05:27:50.437261+00:00 IST

India’s CRDMO sector set to grow at 13% CAGR

India's Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CRDMO) sector is poised for accelerated growth, supported by surging global pharma outsourcing, rising demand for complex modalities, and geopolitical supply-chain realignment, according to a report by Kotak Mutual Fund.

2025-12-11T05:27:43.591174+00:00 IST

Nifty, Sensex open flat, experts note with Fed rate cut markets

The domestic stock markets opened on a flat note on Thursday, even as global cues turned supportive following the US Federal Reserve's rate cut and its dovish policy tone.

2025-12-11T04:29:56.998486+00:00 IST

Old economy sectors drive India’s investment boom unlike US

India's capital expenditure (capex) cycle is gaining strong momentum driven largely by old-economy sectors, positioning the country as a hedge against the global AI-led investment euphoria expected to peak in Calendar Year 2026 (CY26), according to a report by ICICI Securities.

2025-12-11T04:06:20.036958+00:00 IST

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US Fed cuts rates by 25 bps as unemployment edges up and outlook

The US Federal Reserve reduced the federal funds rate by 25 basis points (0.25 percentage point), citing rising downside risks to employment and a moderate pace of economic expansion.

2025-12-11T02:53:27.840499+00:00 IST

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India must seek balance in trade talks with US: GTRI

India must insist on balanced outcomes in the ongoing trade negotiations with the United States and remain extremely cautious about extending concessions on agricultural crops or genetically modified (GMO) products, the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) has said in a detailed note.

2025-12-11T02:46:49.358421+00:00 IST

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Expert highlight AI’s expanding role in agriculture

Experts and innovators from across the Global South highlighted how artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming sectors such as agriculture, public services, healthcare and education, while calling for deeper collaboration to scale these benefits sustainably.

2025-12-10T17:11:45.289428+00:00 IST

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Brainstorming on 6G underway on global level: Scindia

While speaking with the reporters in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, Scindia said, "India was never represented before, as far as the establishment of this technology is concerned. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, for 6G, the Bharat 6G Alliance was established in 2023."

2025-12-10T16:13:47.930786+00:00 IST

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Bhashini platform key example of DPI

Speaking to ANI on the sidelines of the Carnegie Global Technology Summit 2025, Keyzom Massally said, "Today, major technology players such as Google and Paytm are already offering services in multiple Indic languages, a shift enabled by these public datasets, language models and open digital rails."

2025-12-10T16:12:37.964455+00:00 IST

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“Looking forward to serving India with @Starlink!,” says Musk

Tesla and SpaceX chief Elon Musk signaled renewed commitment to India's satellite broadband ambitions, saying he is "looking forward to serving India with Starlink" in a post on X, boosting expectations around the service's potential entry into the country.

2025-12-10T16:11:42.563730+00:00 IST

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'Decision on fixed cost urea framework is in last leg'

India is close to finalising the long-pending fixed cost framework for urea manufacturers, a move expected to bring clarity to the fertiliser sector after years of industry demands, Rajat Kumar Mishra, Secretary in the Department of Fertilisers, said on Wednesday.

2025-12-10T15:21:47.511362+00:00 IST

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FAI seeks GST clarifications to alleviate the financial strain

Speaking to ANI, Sankarasubramanian said this would reduce product costs and make fertilisers more competitive as GST-related issues are affecting phosphatic fertilisers.

2025-12-10T14:59:36.709771+00:00 IST

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SIM-Binding will not affect user convenience

According to COAI, the mechanism only requires the SIM to be present and active in the device not necessarily connected to mobile data making it practical even for international travellers.

2025-12-10T14:55:06.252288+00:00 IST

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AEL Rs 25,000 crore rights issue sees 108% oversubscription

The issue, among the largest Rights Offerings in India, was closely watched given the group's 74% promoter holding, which made broad public participation essential. Promoters subscribed fully to their entitlement, while the public portion was oversubscribed by 30%, drawing 4.7 crore share bids against 3.6 crore on offer.

2025-12-10T14:36:51.356540+00:00 IST

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AI experts warn of risks from unregulated development

Experts in artificial intelligence (AI) have raised concerns over the risks of unregulated growth in the sector, emphasising the need for careful oversight to harness its potential while addressing challenges such as trust, security, and ethical use.

2025-12-10T13:51:18.248286+00:00 IST

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'AI-native autonomous networks to transform global connectivity'

Artificial intelligence is revolutionising global telecommunications, with autonomous networks emerging as a key component of advanced networks. Vishnu Ram, Vice Chair of the ITU-T Focus Group on Autonomous Networks, emphasises the importance of autonomous networks in reducing costs and enhancing telecommunications capabilities.

2025-12-10T13:45:36.917600+00:00 IST

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India, US making progress on bilateral trade agreement: DoC

India and the US are making progress on their bilateral trade agreement, with Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal meeting US Deputy Trade Representative Rick Switzer on Wednesday to discuss trade and economic ties.

2025-12-10T13:37:22.183900+00:00 IST

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Karnataka CM writes to PM Modi seeking Q-MINt

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking the Union Government's support to establish a Quantum Materials Innovation Network (Q-MINt) in Bengaluru, positioning the state as a central pillar of India's National Quantum Mission.

2025-12-10T12:30:30.970294+00:00 IST