New Delhi, February 1: Ashwajit Singh, Founder and Managing Director of IPE Global, has been conferred with the prestigious ICAI Hall of Fame Award at the 19th ICAI Awards -World Forum of Accountants, organised by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). This is the highest honour instituted by…
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Alphabet India Growth Push Signals a Major Strategic Shift
Google-parent Alphabet is preparing for a significant scale-up of its operations in India, underscoring the growing importance of the country in the global technology ecosystem. According to a report by Bloomberg News, the company is planning to dramatically increase its office footprint in Bengaluru, potentially adding millions of square feet…
Leading Through Words: Why Communication Skills for Managers Matter More Than Ever
Management today extends far beyond assigning tasks and tracking outcomes. Managers are expected to inspire trust, navigate complexity, resolve conflict, and align teams around shared goals. At the centre of all these responsibilities lies one defining capability: communication. Strong Communication Skills for Managers are no longer a soft advantage. They…
India-US Trade Deal Signals Major Reset in Bilateral Economic Relations
The India-US trade deal announced on Monday marks a significant shift in economic and strategic relations between the United States and India. U.S. President Donald Trump revealed that Washington would sharply reduce tariffs on Indian goods in exchange for major policy and purchasing commitments from New Delhi. The announcement followed…
ET NOW Global Business Summit 2026 to reflect on ‘A Decade of Disruption, A Century of Change’
South Asia’s definitive thought leadership dialogue, The Times Group’s ET NOW Global Business Summit 2026 co-powered by Spark Capital and Bennett University, is back. The Summit will be held on February 13 and 14 in New Delhi, with the theme ‘A Decade of Disruption, A Century of Change’. This has…
Melodies of Speech: Exploring the Sweetest Languages in India
Language in India is not just a tool for communication. It is music shaped by history, emotion, and geography. Some languages feel firm and rhythmic, others expressive and poetic. And then there are those that feel gentle on the ears, flowing naturally with softness and warmth. When people speak of…
Union Budget 2026–27 Explained: What Gets Cheaper, What Gets Costlier, and Why It Matters
The Union Budget 2026–27 arrives at a moment when India is balancing growth ambitions, geopolitical realities, and domestic affordability. Presented in Parliament by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, the budget sends a clear signal: manufacturing depth, strategic self-reliance, and long-term capability building will take precedence, even if that means short-term price…
Fitch Calls India Budget 2026 Broadly Neutral for Growth
Global ratings agency Fitch Ratings has described the India Budget 2026 as “broadly neutral” for economic growth, while cautioning that the pace of fiscal consolidation is slowing as deficit reduction becomes more challenging without affecting expansion momentum. The assessment came after the Union government outlined its fiscal roadmap for the…
Understanding the Role and Growth of Hotel Management Companies in India
India’s hospitality industry has evolved rapidly, supported by rising domestic tourism, increasing international arrivals, business travel, and large-scale infrastructure development. At the core of this expansion are hotel management companies in India, which have transformed how hotels are operated, branded, and scaled across the country. From luxury resorts to business…
Nipah Virus in India: WHO Assesses Risk as Low After New Cases
The World Health Organization has stated that the risk of the Nipah virus in India spreading internationally remains low, following the confirmation of two new infections in late December. In a statement shared with Reuters, the global health body emphasized that it does not recommend imposing travel or trade restrictions…