Flipkart Creates 2.2 Lakh Seasonal Jobs Ahead of Festive Sales Surge, Women’s Hiring Sees 10% Rise

E-commerce giant Flipkart has announced the creation of over 2.2 lakh seasonal jobs across India in preparation for its flagship festive sale event, The Big Billion Days 2025. The move comes as part of the company’s aggressive scale-up strategy to meet surging consumer demand during the festive season, while also reinforcing its commitment to inclusive…

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India’s FTA Talks Span Time Zones: Piyush Goyal Says Negotiations with US, EU, Chile, Peru Happening ‘Subah Se Shaam’

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has revealed that India is engaged in relentless, round-the-clock negotiations for Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with several major economies, including the United States, European Union, Chile, and Peru. Speaking at the Entrepreneur and Traders Leadership Summit on August 23, 2025, Goyal emphasized that India’s trade diplomacy is operating across…

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India’s Envoy Engages US Lawmakers on Hydrocarbons and Balanced Trade Amid Tariff Tensions

Amid escalating trade tensions between New Delhi and Washington, India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, has launched a diplomatic outreach campaign focused on energy cooperation and fair trade practices. Over the past two weeks, Kwatra has met with more than 16 US lawmakers across party lines, emphasizing India’s growing hydrocarbon imports from…

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After GST rationalisation, where could the next big government push come from? Mihir Vora answers

India’s economic trajectory is at a critical juncture. With the government’s focus on GST rationalisation, the next big question for policymakers, economists, and investors alike is: What comes next? Renowned market expert Mihir Vora, in his recent analysis, shed light on the areas where the government may channel its next major reforms and policy initiatives….

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Mahindra & Mahindra Eyeing Expansion With 350 Acre Land In Lagatpuri

In a major step towards expanding its footprint in India’s booming automotive and manufacturing sector, Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) is reportedly eyeing the acquisition of a 350-acre land parcel in Lagatpuri. The move highlights the company’s long-term growth strategy, focused on scaling operations, boosting production capabilities, and aligning with India’s future mobility ambitions. The development…

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India focuses on mature-node fab manufacturing to tap automotive, telecom, industrial electronics sectors

India is accelerating its semiconductor mission with a strategic focus on mature-node fab manufacturing, aiming to strengthen its position in the global value chain while catering to the rapidly growing demand in the automotive, telecom, and industrial electronics sectors. As the world grapples with supply chain disruptions and rising demand for chips, New Delhi sees…

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Why does Google plan on returning to in-person interviews for new recruits?

In a significant shift from its pandemic-era practices, Google has announced plans to bring back in-person interviews for new recruits, signaling a renewed emphasis on face-to-face interactions in hiring. The move has sparked discussions across the tech industry, where remote and hybrid work models have become increasingly dominant. Google, which was among the first global…

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