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Biomimicry: The natural blueprint

From the shape of a jellyfish to the kingfisher's beak, biomimicry is influencing the future of technology and innovation

6 min read7 Oct 2018
Money

The rise and fall of cryptocurrencies

Bitcoin prices have declined sharply since last 1 month and most countries, including India, have refused to accept bitcoin as a currency and have said that it is not legal tender

2 min read8 Feb 2018
Money

Options for overseas medical treatment

You can buy an insurance policy that covers treatment abroad, or buy a rider to a domestic policy to avail of similar benefits

5 min read14 Jun 2017
Politics

Policies need to make positive contribution to rest of the world: Narendra Modi

The distinction between domestic affairs and foreign affairs is increasingly losing relevance, says PM

3 min read30 Jan 2016
Companies

The irony in the start-up world

Global start-ups look at India, while Indian start-ups look outward

4 min read16 Jan 2016
Photos

Messi is not alone: 5 foreign celebrities who endorsed Indian brands

On Monday, Tata Motors roped in Lionel Messi to be their brand ambassador. This is the first time that Messi will endorse an Indian brand.

3 Nov 2015
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Industry

Aon to exit Indian insurance broking market

Aon is parting ways with its partner in its insurance broking joint venture in India

1 min read13 Oct 2015
Market

GDP growth to exceed 7.5% this fiscal: Finance Ministry

Govt is committed to ensure that the country remains a 'bright spot' in the world economy

2 min read14 Sep 2015
Industry

Disney will awaken new ‘Star Wars' toys in global livestream event

The toys will be introduced over an 18-hour period in 15 cities and 12 countries beginning early on 3 September

1 min read26 Aug 2015
Industry

Microsoft plans celebratory global debut of Windows 10

India will be among the 13 countries where the technology giant will host mega events on 29 July

1 min read14 Jul 2015