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India’s gold demand is expected to decline in 2026 as record price surges reduce jewellery purchases despite strong investment interest. According to the World Gold Council, rising bullion prices have shifted consumer behaviour from ornaments to investment products such as ETFs, coins and bars. While jewellery demand hit multi-decade lows, investment demand surged significantly. The trend signals
The Indian government is planning hybrid ATMs that dispense ₹10, ₹20, and ₹50 notes, as well as exchange larger notes for smaller ones, to address shortages amid UPI’s rise. A prototype is under pilot testing in Mumbai, with potential national rollout at high-traffic spots like markets and hospitals.
Ahead of the Union Budget, the Modi government plans a major cut in import duties on European cars, reducing tariffs from as high as 110% to 40%, with a gradual fall to 10%. The move, linked to the India–EU free trade pact, could sharply lower prices of BMW, Mercedes and Volkswagen cars, reshape India’s auto market, and intensify competition for domestic manufacturers.
Platinum has emerged as the surprise winner among precious metals, surging to record highs and delivering higher returns than gold and silver in 2026. Driven by a weak US dollar, global geopolitical tensions, tight supply from South Africa, and rising industrial demand, investors are shifting toward platinum as a safe and profitable asset. The metal’s strong fundamentals signal continued interest,
In a surprising Bengaluru trend, IT professionals with stable incomes and valuable properties are choosing to work as Rapido bike taxi riders. Viral social media posts reveal techies driving not for money, but for flexibility, fun, and personal satisfaction. This reflects the city’s evolving gig-economy mindset, where passion, freedom, and side hustles matter as much as traditional career success.
Bike taxi services in Bengaluru received a major boost after the Karnataka High Court lifted the state-wide ban, allowing platforms like Rapido and Uber to resume operations. The court ruled that motorcycles used as bike taxis qualify as transport vehicles under law and cannot be denied permits. The decision brings relief to commuters and riders, while the government prepares clear operational rul
Amazon prepares another wave of approximately 14,000 white-collar job reductions starting as early as next Tuesday, completing its goal of cutting 30,000 corporate positions after October’s 14,000 layoffs. Affected areas include AWS, retail, Prime Video, and HR.
Eternal Ltd announced a major leadership shift as CEO Deepinder Goyal resigned effective February 1, 2026. Goyal cited his desire to pursue high-risk, experimental ventures outside a public company framework. The board appointed Blinkit CEO Albinder Dhindsa as his successor, signaling continuity and operational focus.
Ronald Lauder, an 81-year-old Estee Lauder heir and longtime Trump friend from Wharton, reportedly planted the idea of US control over Greenland in 2018, as confirmed by John Bolton. A philanthropist, former US Ambassador to Austria, and World Jewish Congress president, Lauder has invested in Greenland ventures like Greenland Water Bank and hydropower projects, positioning himself as a potential i
Indian stock markets extended losses for a third straight session as global trade tensions and currency weakness hurt investor confidence. The Sensex plunged over 1,000 points while the Nifty slipped below key technical levels, triggering broad-based selling across large, mid and small-cap stocks. In just three days, investors lost nearly ₹18 lakh crore as concerns over tariff wars and a falling r
