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This festive season, India's job rush is arriving sooner, spreading farther and lasting longer

India's festive hiring is shifting towards longer-term roles as employers seek to retain talent beyond peak season. Companies are also beginning recruitment earlier in anticipation of higher demand during the festive period. Nearly half of the employers foresee hiring growth in Tier II and Tier III cities as e-commerce expands.…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Two bronzes in three days! Parul Chaudhary shines again at Asian Games 2026, finishes third in 5000m after 3000m steeplechase podium

Parul Chaudhary won her second bronze medal in three days at the Asian Games 2026, finishing third in the women’s 5000m final with a time of 15:14.61. The Indian athlete had earlier won bronze in the 3000m steeplechase and finished fourth in the 1500m. Her latest medal further boosted India’s…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

India adds 5.5 million mobile users in August; Jio, Airtel drive bulk of gains: TRAI

India’s wireless subscriber base rose by 5.5 million in August to 1.29 billion, with Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel accounting for more than 4.5 million additions, TRAI data showed. Urban subscriptions grew significantly faster than rural connections, while the overall telephone, broadband and wireline subscriber bases also expanded during the…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

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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

Equity capital inflow in real estate, data centre, hotel assets doubles to USD 9.5 bn in Jul-Sep: CBRE

During the third quarter of 2026, India's real estate, data centre, and hospitality sectors attracted a record USD 9.5 billion, marking a notable rise from the previous year. Data centres alone accounted for 57 percent of these investments, signaling a change in investor focus. Additionally, foreign entities represented roughly 59…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

India has ‘insulated' itself from the 'turbulence' of crude supply shock: Hardeep Singh Puri

Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri said India has so far insulated itself from crude oil and natural gas supply disruptions caused by the West Asia crisis and Strait of Hormuz volatility. He said logistics remained the key challenge, while India has diversified crude sourcing to 41 countries and strengthened domestic…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Delhi to Ulaanbaatar in just 5 hours: India-Mongolia launches first direct flight; timings & what passengers need to know

India and Mongolia have launched direct, non-stop flights between New Delhi and Ulaanbaatar, cutting travel time between the two capitals to around five hours. Operated by Mongolia’s Hunnu Air every Monday, the new service is expected to boost tourism, medical travel and business, while improving access to Buddhist heritage sites…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

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India-Kazakhstan military exercise to boost capabilities to undertake joint counter-terror operations

From September 28 to October 11, India and Kazakhstan will conduct a collaborative military exercise aimed at enhancing joint capabilities and interoperability in counter-terrorism operations authorized by the United Nations. Indian troops, particularly from the Garhwal Rifles, will train alongside Kazakhstan's forces, focusing on joint strategies, air mobility, and unmanned…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Samsung adds a festive-season sting, hikes Galaxy S26 prices by up to 17% in India

Samsung has announced a price increase of up to 17% for its Galaxy S26 smartphone range in India. The base model is now priced at Rs 1,02,999, significantly higher than its initial price. Other variants of the Galaxy S26 series have also seen price revisions, with every model exceeding Rs…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Piyush Goyal to visit US from Sept 29 to Oct 5, attend G20 Trade Ministers meeting

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will visit the United States from September 29 to October 5 and participate in the G20 Trade Ministers meeting, the Commerce Ministry said. The visit comes as India continues engagement with the US on trade and economic issues, with Goyal set to hold official…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

RBI completes 1 trillion rupee net debt sale for first time in a decade

In a historic move, India's central bank has recorded net sales of bonds amounting to 1 trillion rupees this financial year. With predictions suggesting this figure may double by December, market analysts anticipate stricter monetary policies. The Reserve Bank of India has also reduced liquidity in the banking system, responding…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Protests erupt in India over women’s safety after spate of alleged rape cases

Top court slams ‘failure of law enforcement and public administration’

The Independent UK · Sep 28

Asian Games Squash: Indian men and women enter quarters

Both Indian men's and women's squash teams successfully qualified for the quarterfinals in the Asian Games. The women's team achieved a victory against Japan while the men's team comfortably defeated South Korea. Anahat Singh lost her match against Satomi Watanabe, but Joshna Chinappa and Tanvi Khanna secured wins for India.…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Rupee, dirham and UPI: India, UAE push cross-border trade without friction

India and the UAE are working towards enhancing bilateral trade by adopting local currency transactions and payment system integration. The two countries aim to reduce transaction costs, improve payment access, and settle international trade using Indian rupees and UAE dirhams. Various sectors, including energy and technology, will see increased investment…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

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School holiday tomorrow, September 29: Check state-wise school closure updates amid heavy rain and weather alerts

School Holiday September 29: Schools in several states may announce local closures as heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, flooding and other weather concerns continue. Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Odisha and Northeast India are among the regions being monitored. Students and parents should check fresh district-level or school-specific…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Gulveer Singh wins silver in 1500m, Vithya Ramraj claims bronze in women's 400m hurdles

Indian long-distance runner Gulveer Singh won silver in the men’s 1500m final at the 2026 Asian Games with a personal best of 3:36.72. Vithya Ramaraj also secured bronze in the women’s 400m hurdles, setting a new national record. Avinash Sable finished fourth in the men’s 3000m steeplechase, while Seema Kaliramna…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Mumbai Indians announce retained players ahead of WPL 2027 season

The countdown to the WPL 2027 Auction has officially begun, with the auction set to take place on October 28, 2026, in Kochi.

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Delhi's current pleasant weather likely to dissipate soon

New Delhi is experiencing pleasant weather currently, but temperatures are set to rise soon. According to the India Meteorological Department, this change is expected from October 1. Maximum temperatures will range from 33 to 35 degrees Celsius, while minimum temperatures may be between 23 and 25 degrees Celsius. This trend…

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The Economic Times · Sep 28

India's 4G smartphone shipments set to grow 3% in 2026 amid broader market slump: Counterpoint

India's 4G smartphone market is projected to grow by three percent year-on-year in 2026. Shipment shares are expected to increase from 11 percent in 2025 to 13 percent in 2026. Consumers are shifting towards 4G devices, particularly in the sub-Rs 20,000 segment for better value. Original equipment manufacturers are expanding…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

India's Russian crude imports fall to five-month low as refiners diversify supplies

India's crude oil landscape shifted in September as imports from Russia plummeted to their lowest since April, prompting refiners to seek alternatives. Despite this drop, overall crude imports surged, bolstered by robust refinery activity and rising fuel requirements. Increased supplies from Iraq and Saudi Arabia have effectively offset the reduction…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Who should be in the room: The five kinds of wealth builders ET Wealth Expo is built for

The ET Wealth Expo 2026 is set to unite diverse wealth builders across India, focusing on the dynamic financial landscape. The event will spotlight unique paths to wealth creation and management for family decision-makers, affluent professionals, and new high net worth individuals. Throughout this two-day experience, participants will join expert-led…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

IPO express picks up steam: Anmol Industries, Koolking Industries, 5 other firms file draft papers with Sebi

Seven companies spanning biscuits, beer, HVAC components, agricultural machinery, engineering, edible oils and telecom infrastructure have filed DRHPs with Sebi for proposed IPOs. Anmol Industries is seeking to raise up to Rs 1,800 crore, while five other companies have proposed fresh issues of up to Rs 300–370 crore, alongside OFS…

MyLifeXP · Sep 28

Why Do Snakes Go Blind Near Pregnant Women? The Hidden Tale

Can a pregnant woman really make a snake go blind? This strange belief has circulated for generations, especially in parts of India where snake folklore, Hindu mythology and ancient religious stories remain closely connected. According to one traditional account associated with the Brahma Vaivarta Purana, the story begins inside a…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Motilal Oswal sees 4 factors boosting risk-reward after market’s sharp fall from 2024 high, lists 27 stock picks

Motilal Oswal Financial Services sees improving risk-reward for Indian equities as valuations cool, earnings recover and domestic liquidity remains strong. The brokerage also highlights sectoral rotation and names 27 stocks across large-, mid- and small-cap segments as top ideas.

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Oil woes push rupee to over one-week low, RBI caps fall near 96/USD

On Monday, the Indian rupee plummeted to its lowest mark in over a week, driven by soaring oil prices. Investors reacted to mounting geopolitical tensions, leading to an uptick in bond yields and a dip in stock values within the region. State-run banks intervened by selling dollars, likely under the…

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