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‘Money cannot buy back missed memories’: Indian man in Canada flies to India for family’s housewarming; video goes viral

An Indian man living in Canada appeared to lament missing his family’s housewarming ceremony in India before revealing that he had secretly travelled home for the occasion. Pratik Chaudhary shared the emotional moment on Instagram, saying living abroad can make important family milestones harder to attend. His surprise arrival turned…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

UltraTech commissions 116.55-MW wind project; 1st Indian co to hit 2 GW captive green power capacity

UltraTech has become the first Indian company to cross 2 GW of captive green power capacity with a recent commissioning of a 116.55-MW wind energy project in Barmer, Rajasthan. Additionally, the company has added 10 MW of Waste Heat Recovery System capacity at its Karnataka unit. UltraTech's current green energy…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

Pneumonic plague suspected in Russia, no immediate threat to India: IMA expert

Health authorities are investigating a suspected case of pneumonic plague in Russia, which has raised concerns. Rajeev Jayadevan from the Indian Medical Association indicated that tracing contacts is ongoing. He noted that there is no immediate threat to India from this situation at present. The bacterium Yersinia pestis, which causes…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

Rupee headed to 100? How much the psychological red line matters

India's rupee has slipped past ₹96 as high US Treasury yields, elevated oil prices and foreign portfolio outflows strengthen the dollar. The IMF says India can allow the exchange rate to act as a shock absorber, while the RBI weighs intervention against reserves, inflation and external risks. Experts debate whether…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to lead Indian side at Hong Kong Sixes 2026

Team India is preparing for the 2026 Hong Kong Sixes, featuring prominent IPL players. Bhuvneshwar Kumar will captain a squad rich in international experience and explosive talent. The tournament will be held from 30 October to 1 November, showcasing fast-paced six-a-side cricket. Indian cricket authorities have expressed confidence in the…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

BIRC 2026 to focus on boosting rice-milling margins as India's rice economy scales up

The Bharat International Rice Conference 2026 will focus on improving profitability in India’s rice-milling industry, which processes a crop with an indicative wholesale value of about ₹6 lakh crore annually.

The Economic Times · Oct 5

TVS Motor’s Venu Srinivasan says India must bridge quality gap to make ‘Made in India’ a mark of trust

India's manufacturing sector must focus on quality and innovation to secure a competitive global position. Venu Srinivasan expressed that India's progress must extend beyond cost-effectiveness to achieve international standards. The country faces significant challenges in gaining consumer trust for its products, requiring widespread improvement across all industries. Continuous efforts are…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

KL Rahul wants India’s middle order to push ODI scores towards 370-380

K L Rahul has been focusing on enhancing his batting technique against the old ball in ODIs. He aims to help India consistently score beyond 370 runs in matches. Despite scoring 129 runs in a recent game, India lost the match, but they had already secured the series. Rahul noted…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

‘Indian hotels have spoiled us’: Entrepreneur pays $600 for US hotel stay, shocked by what was on breakfast menu

An Indian entrepreneur’s comparison of hotel breakfasts in the US and India has sparked a debate online after he found the food options limited during a stay at a JW Marriott costing around $600 per night. Vineeth K highlighted the elaborate spreads often offered at Indian and Asian luxury hotels,…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

$100/barrel crude on screen, $145/barrel in physical market: Kotak Securities sees two prices

Crude oil’s physical market price could reach nearly $145 a barrel even if benchmark prices show $100, as soaring VLCC shipping costs widen the gap, Kotak Securities’ Anindya Banerjee said. He expects India to remain protected by ample refining capacity and diversified supplies, while predicting RBI rate hikes in October…

The Economic Times · Oct 5