[ad_1] Internet services across parts of Asia and the Middle East faced disruptions after undersea cables in the Red Sea were cut, experts said on Sunday. While concerns were raised over possible sabotage amid ongoing conflict in the region, it was not immediately clear what caused the incident, according to the news agency Associated Press.Microsoft…
[ad_1] Elon Musk’s firm in talks with data centres, telcos; groundwork begins for broadband rollout Elon Musk-owned Starlink has begun groundwork to set up terrestrial infrastructure in India, holding advanced talks with data centre operators, internet exchange providers, fibre players and telecom majors, as the satellite broadband firm prepares to launch services in a potentially…
[ad_1] The Indian technology services outsourcing sector, valued at $283 billion, derives over 60% of its earnings from US. (AI image) India’s IT sector is worried about the possible imposition of tariffs on software exports to the US by the Donald Trump administration. The IT sector is already experiencing challenges due to worldwide economic uncertainties…
[ad_1] Two-wheeler sales are expected to grow by 5-6 per cent this fiscal, aided by the GST Council’s recent tax rationalisation, according to a report by Crisil Ratings. Passenger vehicles (PVs) are forecast to see a modest 2-3 per cent rise.As per news agency ANI, Crisil said the rate reduction would lift demand in the…
[ad_1] Top stocks to buy (AI image) Stock market recommendations: According to Sudeep Shah, Head – Technical Research and Derivatives, SBI Securities, the top stock picks for this week are Swiggy, and Goldiam International Ltd. Here’s his view on Nifty, Bank Nifty for the week starting September 8, 2025:Nifty ViewThe benchmark index Nifty experienced notable…
[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal on Friday said any potential losses from GST rate rationalisation were accounted for and higher consumption would offset such losses.“With such a big reduction in the tax rate, imagine how much the market will increase and due to that increase, the tax will also increase,” he…
[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Food delivery, quick service restaurants, as well as quick commerce (QC) players are set for a fresh bite of growth, with the recent GST reforms, a rise in discretionary spending, and an upswing in consumer confidence, say industry experts.Over the past few quarters, food delivery had lost momentum due to a weak…
[ad_1] The central government is likely to propose legislation during Parliament’s winter session to implement a tax on tobacco and related products, potentially replacing the existing GST compensation cess levied on these items.The present compensation cess, applied alongside the 28% GST, is expected to remain for a minimum of three months, allowing the government to…
[ad_1] Representative Image (AI-generated) NEW DELHI: Even as GST revamp will spur consumption, for companies, it also means some immediate onground challenges which they will have to tackle amid the festive rush.Whether prices of products go up or decline under the rejigged tax slabs, restickering/retagging of prices will need to be done. For consumer goods…
[ad_1] Employment data for August revealed significant weakening in US job market conditions, with unemployment climbing to 4.3%, marking a nearly four-year peak. This development strengthens expectations for a Federal Reserve interest rate reduction this month, according to Reuters.The Friday employment report further disclosed June’s first job losses in four and a half years, raising…