MUMBAI: Average daily UPI volumes rose to 75.7 crore in June from 74.8 crore in May, up 1.2% month-on-month, while average daily value held steady at Rs 96,405 crore against Rs 96,465 crore, down 0.1%. According to National Payments Corporation of India, this stability in daily run rates came even as headline monthly numbers softened…
NEW DELHI: Peak temperatures and the sweltering heat this year have delivered a windfall for consumer brands, with quick-commerce platforms driving robust growth in heat-linked categories.As temperatures climbed across the country, demand for products ranging from ice creams and beverages to sunscreens more than doubled year-on-year in May as consumers sought relief from the relentless…
NEW DELHI: Hero MotoCorp is set to invest Rs 3,200 crore in Andhra Pradesh over the next three to five years as India’s largest two-wheeler maker ramps up manufacturing, strengthens its global supply chain and expands beyond vehicle production into higher-margin businesses such as accessories and merchandising.The investment includes Rs 750 crore for the company’s…
NEW DELHI: India’s smart TV market may have slipped into reverse in the first quarter of 2026, but the ongoing FIFA World Cup is emerging as an important catalyst for premium television sales. Brands are reporting a sharp surge in demand for larger screens, despite broader consumer caution.According to Counterpoint Research, India’s smart TV shipments…
NEW DELHI: GST collections rose 13.9%, fastest pace in eight months, to Rs 1,94,812 crore on sharp growth in the mop-up from imports due to a spike in international prices of crude, fertiliser and other commodities.Latest data showed that in June, for transactions undertaken in May, IGST on imports shot up nearly 35% to over…
Conversations around the cost of living in Dubai never seem to slow down. While social media is full of videos claiming people can live there on surprisingly small budgets, one Indian couple has gone viral for sharing the numbers from their own household. Their detailed monthly expense breakdown has sparked a discussion, with many users…
One of the biggest misunderstandings among renters is the idea of normal wear and tear. A faded paint colour or a carpet that has naturally worn down over several years is usually considered ordinary use. But many tenants stretch this definition much further. Deep scratches from furniture, large holes in walls, broken fixtures or stains…
Quote of the day by Franz Kafka (AI-generated image) Today’s quote of the day comes from Franz Kafka’s novel The Trial, first published in 1925. The line reads, “It’s only because of their stupidity that they’re able to be so sure of themselves.” It is spoken by the novel’s protagonist, Josef K. , as he…
WhatsApp’s next update is already making headlines, even before it reaches everyone. The messaging platform’s decision to introduce usernames has kicked off a discussion that goes beyond privacy. A post by entrepreneur and content creator Ankur Warikoo has put the spotlight on a question many users are now asking: could a feature meant to protect…
New Orleans is a city that warmly welcomes visitors of all ages with a diverse blend of attractions, activities, and experiences that will keep the whole family engaged and immersed all day!Day One: French QuarterFrench Quarter is one of New Orlean’s most historic neighbourhoods and a vibrant hotspot of culture and endless multigenerational experiences.Start your…
