India plays for global glory as companies back the game

[ad_1] MUMBAI: Corporate India is stepping up investments in the country’s sports ecosystem, with capital flowing into infrastructure, leagues and athlete development, as the sector emerges as a high-growth business opportunity backed by rising returns and policy support.Industry experts say the trend has accelerated over the past few years, with both govt spending and private…

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Volatile ride for stocks, bullion sees big bets

[ad_1] MUMBAI: A year that started with volatility with the US President Donald Trump’s liberation day announcement that left global investors jittery, ended with even more volatility due to the war in West Asia, also started by the US President.After a record rally in terms of investor wealth in the domestic market, they are back…

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Big drop! Why bench strength of TCS, Infosys, Wipro & other IT companies has fallen by around 75,000 people

[ad_1] Historically, companies maintained a sizeable bench by hiring in anticipation of future projects. (AI image) Indian IT sector majors – Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Wipro, Infosys, HCL Tech, and Tech Mahindra – have seen their bench strength drop by 25% in the last two years. Bench strength acts as a traditional reserve workforce with…

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Bank holidays in April 2026: When will banks remain closed? Check state-wise list

[ad_1] April 2026 bank holidays: As April 2026 approaches, several banks across India will remain closed for national and state-specific holidays. Customers planning branch visits are advised to check holiday schedules in advance to avoid inconvenience. They should also plan for transactions like cheque clearances, large cash deposits, or demand drafts in advance. Banks will…

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E-commerce turns deal breaker at WTO meet

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: WTO member nations failed to agree to any meaningful outcome at the second ministerial meeting in Africa, including their inability to extend the 28-year moratorium on e-commerce, opening the doors for possible tariffs on digital downloads and streaming services.It also resulted in a public health concern as the freeze on “non-violation complaints”…

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Bank holiday March 31: Are banks open or closed today for Mahavir Jayanti? Check state-wise list

[ad_1] Bank holiday today: As March comes to a close, several banks across India are observing a holiday today on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti.Customers planning visits to bank branches are advised to check the holiday schedule in advance to avoid inconvenience. States observing bank holiday Banks are closed today in the following states: Gujarat,…

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