New Delhi: With the 30th edition of Conference of Parties (COP 30) concluding in Brazil, the pressing issue of Climate Change compelled the international community to take multilateral measures and brought forward new commitments and tools to unlock climate finance. For business, it reaffirmed the importance of adopting a pragmatic approach inembedding Environmental, Social, and…
Bhubaneswar: In a major restructuring of how salaries are calculated across the private sector, India’s revised national wage framework is poised to significantly reduce in-hand salaries for a large segment of employees—even as overall employer cost (CTC) remains the same. Under the new rules, basic pay plus dearness and retaining allowances must constitute at least…
Bhubaneswar: India’s revised national wage framework—now mandating that basic pay must constitute at least 50% of total wages—may not change how much employers spend on their workforce, but it significantly reshapes how employees receive their salaries. The new structure does not increase corporate costs; instead, it redistributes the components of employee compensation, shifting the balance…
Bhubaneswar: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has issued a public advisory warning consumers against investing in digital gold products offered by jewellery brands and online platforms such as Tanishq and MMTC-PAMP. The market regulator clarified that these products fall outside its regulatory framework, leaving investors exposed to significant financial and operational risks….
Lucknow, November 15, 2025 – Blossom Kochhar Aroma Magic, the premier aromatherapy company in India, proudly announced the relaunch of its iconic range of essential oils, now presented in an all-new, elegant avatar. Dr. Blossom Kochhar, Founder and Chairperson of Blossom Kochhar Group of Companies, while addressing a press conference in Lucknow, spoke about the essential…
Bhubaneswar: As winter sets in, India’s most celebrated season — the wedding season — is back in full swing. Over the next three months, the country is expected to witness nearly 46 lakh weddings, driving a massive ₹6.5 lakh crore boost to the economy, according to estimates from industry associations. From luxury hotels to small…
Bhubaneswar, India: The world’s largest economy is once again grappling with a severe budget crisis, as political deadlock in Washington raises fears of a potential government shutdown. Negotiations between the administration and Congress have stalled over spending priorities, leaving thousands of federal workers anxious about delayed paychecks and uncertain job schedules. If a deal is…
Bhubaneswar: After weeks of record-breaking gains, gold prices have witnessed their steepest fall in over a decade, marking a sharp correction in the global bullion market. International gold rates tumbled more than 5%, slipping below $4,100 per ounce, while in India, domestic prices dropped by nearly ₹4,000 per 10 grams ahead of Diwali. Market experts…
The event, themed “Do The Impossible,” is scheduled on October 30, 2025, at Taj Lands End, Mumbai. It aims to define new strategies for brands to drive seamless customer experience and business growth. Mumbai, India: Netcore Cloud, a marketing technology leader, has announced Agentic Marketing 2025, a major summit in partnership with Google Cloud and…
Bhubaneswar: Gold and silver prices are witnessing a sharp rise in Odisha as the wedding and festive season approaches, driven by strong market demand. Analysts predict that the upward trend is likely to continue in the coming days. Currently, the price of 22-carat gold has crossed Rs 1,20,000 per 10 grams, reflecting sustained buying by…
