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KPMG is laying off hundreds of employees in the US Advisory division. The latest round of layoffs comes as part of a restructuring effort tied to shifting demand across consulting services. According to a report by The Wall Street Journal, the company has cut about 4% of its advisory workforce in the United States, affecting…
The government is working on a third edition of the Jan Vishwas Bill that will go beyond decriminalising minor offences and focus on simplifying procedures, reducing compliance burden and making business operations easier, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Wednesday.Speaking at the World Bank Group’s workshop on the Business Ready (B-READY) framework, Goyal…
Vinesh Phogat (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: The controversy around Vinesh Phogat and her participation in the upcoming wrestling tournament has taken a new turn, with the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) denying her claims.Speaking to The Indian Express, Vinesh had alleged that she was unable to register for the Senior Open Ranking Tournament, saying the…
A mix of global tensions, corporate earnings and key economic cues is set to shape stock market movement in the coming week, which will be shorter due to a market holiday on Friday for Maharashtra Day.Developments in the Middle East, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz, remain at the centre of investor attention, with their…
The United States has consumed large quantities of advanced missiles and interceptors during its military campaign against Iran, triggering internal concern that a prolonged drawdown could complicate Washington’s ability to respond quickly to a future crisis involving China and Taiwan, according to multiple US officials and new strategic assessments.The issue has emerged as one of…
Nitesh Tiwari’s ambitious adaptation of the ‘Ramayana’ has taken the film world by storm, especially after its captivating debut at CinemaCon. Attendees are raving about its breathtaking visuals and epic storytelling. Whispers in the industry point to a promising distribution agreement with Warner Bros., coupled with a bold push for Academy Awards recognition. Read on…
Gold buying during one of the major festive occasions remained subdued on Sunday, as record-high prices discouraged jewellery purchases, outweighing a slight rise in investment-led demand. The festival of Akshaya Tritiya—considered the second most significant gold-buying occasion after Dhanteras—was marked across the country, with buying precious metals traditionally seen as a sign of prosperity. According…
Jaishankar welcomes South Korea Prez Lee Jae-myung, says talks with PM Modi will deepen strategic partnership NEW DELHI: South Korean President Lee Jae-myung arrived in India on Sunday for a three-day state visit, the first by a South Korean leader in over eight years. The Ministry of External Affairs described the visit as an “important…
As tensions rise in Middle East and vessel safety in the Strait of Hormuz comes under renewed focus, the flag a ship flies has emerged as a key factor in maritime security, regulation and state protection.Flagging a vessel means it is registered with a country and must comply with that nation’s maritime laws and regulations….
India and Russia on Thursday held a round table to strengthen cooperation in the steel sector, focusing on supply chains, technology and research collaboration amid global uncertainties.A Russian delegation comprising industry representatives participated in discussions with Indian counterparts, enabling exchange of views on key issues such as raw material sourcing, technological collaboration, equipment manufacturing and…
