The crisis changed India in many ways. September 19, 2008: A world wrapped in uncertaintyThe global financial crisis erupted from the US housing market, where easy credit, rising home prices and risky mortgages had fuelled a massive boom. As borrowers defaulted and mortgage-linked assets collapsed, losses spread across banks and financial institutions.Lehman Brothers’ collapse on…
Indian-American Tech CEOs forum ‘IDEAS4INDIA’ held in Seattle. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella praised Seattle’s growing technology ecosystem and its deepening ties with India while addressing more than 40 Indian-origin tech CEOs and CTOs from across sectors, including artificial intelligence, quantum computing and enterprise software.Nadella was the guest of honour at the first ‘IDEAS4INDIA: Indian American…
The situation comes as the Strait of Hormuz has remained effectively blocked for months. India needs to diversify its crude and gas suppliers, expand strategic storage and strengthen port infrastructure as growing security tensions in West Asia expose vulnerabilities in the country’s energy supply chains.The latest flare-up involving Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s Houthi rebels has…
Director Samjad PS’ upcoming Malayalam film ‘Half’ has achieved a major international milestone by becoming the first Malayalam film to screen in the Midnight Madness section of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). The film received a strong response from international audiences at its screening, with viewers applauding at several points and continuing the interaction…
The Senate passed the bill 86-11 on August 7. (Photo: ANI) US President Donald Trump on Friday signed into law the Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, giving his administration expanded powers to impose sanctions and tariffs on Russia and countries that continue significant purchases of Russian oil and gas.The White…
Over five decades have passed, but Thaduthuvila Chandapillai Yohannan, the genial octogenarian, recounts that day in Tehran with the enthusiasm of a five-year-old.It’s the 1974 Asian Games and the then 28-year-old long jumper’s left toe is swollen. He walks onto the runway, taking painkillers.Yohannan’s first attempt lands at 7.25m. The pain shoots up and he…
File photo: Thane Police arrest three in connection with TET paper leak case NEW DELHI: The Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test paper allegedly walked out of an Agra printing press hidden inside shoe insoles, with two employees paid Rs 8,000 each to smuggle out the confidential examination material, according to a chargesheet filed by Thane City…
For resignations, the terms governing notice periods and buyouts are primarily determined by the employment contract. Serving your full notice period can be tricky after resignation, especially if you wish to join the next place of your employment at the earliest.In companies where notice periods can run for several months, moving to a new job…
Soori has praised Jason Sanjay at the trailer and audio launch of ‘Sigma’, recalling the two-and-a-half-hour narration of the film that he received from Vijay’s son around one-and-a-half years ago. The actor said Jason’s approach and presence reminded him of his father, actor Vijay, and described the young filmmaker’s humility as one of his standout…
Noel voted against Chandrasekaran’s reappointment MUMBAI: The largest shareholder in Tata Sons, Sir Dorabji Tata Trust (SDTT), is weighing legal options including a possible plea before the Mumbai bench of the National Company Law Tribunal, to challenge N Chandrasekaran’s reappointment as chairman for five years, according to people familiar with the matter.The development follows Tata…
