BENGALURU: India’s e-commerce and quick commerce sector is hiring again, but the playbook has changed. Talent demand rose 35% between 2023 and 2025 to nearly 98,750 roles, even as companies shifted from expansion-led hiring to building technology capability and execution strength, according to a CIEL HR report.The sharpest shift is in technology hiring. Demand for…
MUMBAI: Raymond, which has shed its apparel and real estate businesses through a series of demergers, is in talks to acquire Deharde, a German precision engineering company that supplies aerostructures to Airbus and others, people familiar with the matter said.If completed, the deal would mark Raymond’s first overseas acquisition since its 2024 restructuring and would…
NEW DELHI: Grasim Industries reported a nearly 28% increase in its consolidated net profit to Rs 3,802 crore for Q4FY26 driven by its building materials, financial services and cellulosic fibres businesses on Wednesday. It posted a consolidated net profit of Rs 2,973 crore for the Jan-March quarter a year ago. On a standalone basis, Grasim…
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has issued an updated standard operating procedure (SOP) for processing foreign direct investment (FDI) proposals introducing a defined 12-week timeline and a fully paperless application system, PTI reported.Under the revised framework, decisions on FDI proposals will be taken within 12 weeks, excluding the time taken…
For many car buyers, the monthly EMI becomes the single most important number while choosing a loan. But industry experts say that focusing only on EMI can hide the bigger financial picture, from total interest outgo to ownership costs and loan flexibility. Here’s what to really keep in mind before signing a car loan agreement.EMI…
India and the United States are set to resume trade negotiations this week, with a delegation of about a dozen officials travelling from New Delhi to Washington for discussions on the first phase of the proposed bilateral trade agreement (BTA). The talks, scheduled from April 20 to 22, will be led by India’s chief negotiator…
Image of crash (Resolution improved using AI) A Hellenic Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon executed a successful emergency landing at Zakynthos International Airport on Thursday afternoon after suffering an unspecified technical issue mid-flight.The incident occurred on July 9 when the fighter jet, belonging to the 116th Combat Wing, was forced to divert to the southern…
The Times Internet Half Marathon 2026 brought together runners from across the country, each bringing a different story with them. Fitness goals, personal battles, and lifelong dreams, the race held it all. What unfolded on the track was a result of commitment, hard work, and endurance. Yashika Aneja Winner, Chip Time: 00:27:14At 32, Yashika Aneja’s…
AP LAWCET admit card 2026: The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has released the Andhra Pradesh Law Common Entrance Test (AP LAWCET) 2026 on its official portal, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in, today, April 20, 2026. Candidates can move to the official website to download the hall tickets. The AP LAWCET 2026 is scheduled to be…
Krunal Pandya, Nicholas Pooran (x) Lucknow Super Giants batter Nicholas Pooran and Royal Challengers Bengaluru all-rounder Krunal Pandya were involved in a brief on-field exchange during a tense IPL 2026 clash in Lucknow on Thursday. The moment came during a high-pressure encounter with LSG desperately needing a win to keep their playoff hopes alive. Pooran,…
