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Union minister Piyush Goyal to headline ET Startup Awards on October 9 in Bengaluru

Goyal has been leading trade negotiations with key partners, including the US, after sealing high-profile deals with the UK, which came into force in July, and the EU, which is expected to take effect early next year. His ministry is also overhauling a raft of laws and regulations to make…

The Economic Times · Sep 29

Rs 57 lakh remote job vs Rs 68 lakh Bengaluru offer: Techie asks if the difference is worth the travel from Madurai every week

A software engineer earning Rs 57 lakh at a fully remote startup is considering a Rs 68.2 lakh base-and-bonus offer from a public US SaaS company that requires two days a week in Bengaluru. The move could also mean spending around Rs 17 lakh to exercise existing startup options. His…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Indian is 1000 times safer than London: Bengaluru-based founder Kaushik Mudda describes alleged distraction theft in London

Ethereal Machines CEO Kaushik Mudda said he narrowly prevented two men from stealing his luggage outside London’s Euston railway station. The Bengaluru-based deeptech startup co-founder said one man distracted him by claiming the cab’s tyre was punctured while another reached into the boot. Mudda later wrote on X that India…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Gold rate today (September 28, 2026): Check 24k, 22k, 20k and 18k gold jewellery prices from Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers, Tanishq & IBJA in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad & more cities

Gold rate today: Gold prices fell across major jewellery brands on Monday, September 28, 2026. Meanwhile, gold prices in the international and domestic markets have also come under pressure, with analysts pointing to rising bond yields, interest-rate expectations and continued uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz.

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Office space leasing rises 9 per cent to 18.7 mn sq ft in Jul-Sep across top 7 cities: Colliers

Gross office leasing across seven major cities in India increased by 9 per cent in the third quarter. Bengaluru and Delhi-NCR experienced significant growth, with leasing rising to 5.2 million and 3.3 million square feet, respectively. Hyderabad saw a notable increase in leasing activity, reaching 2.2 million square feet, while…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Shivakumar govt plans 'Karnataka Mandapam' on lines of Bharat Mandapam

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has announced plans for a 'Karnataka Mandapam' to enhance tourism. The government is exploring various potential sites for this initiative, including Jakkur and NGEF premises. Efforts to develop tourism in Kodagu and Malnad are also being prioritised to balance environment protection.

The Economic Times · Sep 28

IndiGo Guwahati-Bengaluru flight makes abnormal runway contact at Bengaluru airport, airline clarifies

An IndiGo flight from Guwahati encountered a tail strike during a landing attempt in Bengaluru. The incident occurred amid challenging weather conditions at Kempegowda International Airport on Sunday. Fortunately, all passengers and crew members were safe and successfully disembarked from the aircraft. The Airbus A321 involved in the incident will…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Jordan in a Week: How the Jordan Pass Changes the Visa Maths for Indian Travellers Visiting Petra and Wadi Rum

What the Jordan Pass Actually Does to Your BudgetJordan charges Indians a visa-on-arrival fee of JOD 40 (roughly ₹4,700) at Queen Alia International Airport in Amman. The Jordan Pass, bought online before you land, costs JOD 70 to 80 depending on the tier you choose. That gap of JOD 30…

Times Life · Sep 28

6 High-Protein Vegetarian Foods to Eat During Pitru Paksha When Meat Is Off the Table

Paneer: the one most households are already using, but not enough ofA 100-gram serving of paneer made from full-fat cow's milk delivers roughly 18 to 20 grams of protein, along with calcium and fat-soluble vitamins. The problem is portion size. Most households treat paneer as a garnish, cubed into a…

Times Life · Sep 28

From Swiggy delivery agent to restaurant owner: Bengaluru entrepreneur shares his journey

Koushik Kharvi has revisited his early days as a Swiggy delivery agent in Bengaluru, recalling that he sometimes hid from friends because he feared being judged for his work. Years later, he runs a Mangalorean seafood venture and works as a seafood consultant. His Instagram post has prompted users to…

The Economic Times · Sep 26