India
IPO
Ambani's tech shift in focus as investors pile into Jio's record IPO
$3.2bn listing, India's largest, comes amid volatility in Reliance's core oil business
Opinion
Indian households might not be really getting poorer
Need to scratch below the surface of data that shows savings are falling
Economy
India protests and crackdowns hit festive season sales
New Delhi traders say sales are down by two-thirds; industry body cites $42m daily risk
Semiconductors
Indian chemical firms turn to foreign partners to crack chip supply chains
With need to prove quality, lack of domestic customers pushes firms to seek tie-ups abroad
Destinations
On the Ganges, the river sets the itinerary
Luxury cruise passes former capitals and Buddhist ruins before floods intervene
Trump administration
Trump waives key Russia-related sanctions, tariffs under new law
Moscow's major oil customers China and India had raised concerns over Graham act
Politics
Delhi crackdown fosters Gen Z defenders of Indian democracy
Experts and protesters say forceful detentions will stress Modi government
Opinion
China rewired its army in 2016. Why is India only doing it now?
Beijing may be underestimating what New Delhi has learned
IPO
Pernod Ricard mulls India IPO after country sales grew 19% in Q1
World's 2nd-largest spirits maker cautiously optimistic on China
Interview
India's Lohum targets EV batteries after opening Zimbabwe lithium mine
Company aiming for 30,000 tons of lithium carbonate refining capacity, CEO says
Retail
7-Eleven's India exit casts shadow over Lawson's expansion plans
Quick-commerce boom has made offline, multibrand retail a challenging space
Automobiles
Hyundai to invest $15.5bn in Indian manufacturing, R&D
Country's once-No. 2 automaker looks to regain momentum as competition intensifies
Politics
Indian Police detain 'cockroach' leaders again after entering banned venue
Opposition groups demand resignation of election commissioner over voter roll changes
Economy
India, ASEAN growth revised up in IMF's latest world outlook
Global economy seen expanding 3.1% in 2026 as AI investments lend support
Ukraine war
Trump's Russia-Ukraine truce claim comes as India urges peace
Analysts say New Delhi has limited leverage, proposal could be sidelined briefly
Interview
India's Kaynes Semicon eyes foreign help as it targets $31m revenue
Goal for chip packaging company comes as it pursues auto, industrial and power sectors
Politics
Indian capital braces for second day of protests against poll chief
Court ordered release of 'Cockroach' movement founder and two other senior leaders
Politics
Indian police detain 'Cockroach' movement founder, protesters before march
Authorities lock down capital to defuse rally against election chief said to favor Modi's party
Companies
Japan's Kobe Steel eyes India M&A to lift compressor production: executive
Weak yen, high costs push steelmaker toward more profitable machinery segment
Retail
7-Eleven owner eyes European expansion after India exit
Seven & i CEO Dacus talks global strategy revamp amid fierce competition
Technology
AI casts shadow over India's multinational tech job machine
Evolving role of global capability centers is affecting headcount at a key employer
International relations
India's clout in Kashmir tested by new China-Pakistan border protocol
Experts say framework allows Beijing more sway in Delhi-Islamabad 'bilateral matter'
Markets
India's central bank delivers first rate hike since 2023 as inflation bites
RBI shifts from supporting the economy as other major central banks raise rates
Politics
India's opposition protests pile pressure on Modi government
Analyst says government's credibility at 'lowest level' since 2014
Opinion
Can India turn AI disruption into job growth?
From K-shaped impact to J-curve opportunity, policy has a narrow window to act
Sports
IOC confirms India, Qatar among 7 bidders who want to host 2036 Olympics
Governing body sets up multi-year selection process with a vote due in 2029
Finance
AustralianSuper to more than double private equity investment in Asia
Pension funds Down Under seek higher returns across Asia as markets mature
Retail
Reliance closes all 7-Eleven stores in India
Deal with Japan's Seven & i to end after 5 years as competition intensifies
Comment
Closer US-China ties test India's multipolar vision
New Delhi seeks balance in an increasingly bipolar world
Sports
Brazil buzz kicks off Indian soccer's high-stakes reboot
New club-led ISL must rebuild confidence after chaotic last season