While banks financing smartphones or laptops may use technology-based mechanisms to restrict certain functions in case of default, it can be done only under tightly regulated circumstances and in a gradual manner.

The budget repeatedly promises higher productivity and institutional support, yet it also reveals that rural Tamil Nadu still requires State intervention at almost every stage of agricultural life.

The Bill updates a colonial-era law — governing how bank records are admitted as evidence in court — for the digital banking age. But experts say it falls short on data privacy and digital safeguards.

Stuntwoman Devyn Dalton, who played Matt Damon’s double in a fight sequence of The Odyssey, spoke to The Indian Express about how stunt doubles work in cinema and what makes one “right for the job”.

While acquitting Tejpal in 2021 in the 2013 rape case, the trial court in Goa held that the woman did not behave like a sexual assault victim. The High Court tore into this myth, pointing out that the trial court's ruling was 'directly contrary' to the evidence…

Anthony Fauci's refusal to answer questions before a Senate committee on the basis of the Fifth Amendment has ignited a constitutional debate over presidential pardons and the limits of congressional oversight. How is this case relevant? We explain.

Continued weakness in consumer demand is never a good sign for future economic growth. Not only does it drag down growth by itself, but it also weakens a major contributor to GDP growth: investments by companies.

The RBI has retained Tata Sons in its Upper Layer NBFC list while keeping its deregistration application under review, leaving the fate of a potential IPO hanging in the balance. The decision has reignited the debate over whether India's largest corporate…

The US Senate has voted 86-11 in favour of a Bill aimed at squeezing Russia’s oil and gas revenues. But it remains to be seen whether it will become law in its current form, given that it could further destabilise a global oil market already reeling from…

Parliament has approved four additional posts in the Supreme Court. The government says the increase will help the CJI constitute Constitution Benches regularly. Why do these larger Benches place pressure on the Court’s daily work, and what can four more…

Turkey’s parliament is considering a 12-article PKK peace bill. Here’s why Ankara is pursuing a deal and what it could mean for Kurds.

At a BJP rally marking seven years of the abrogation of Article 370, workers raised a modified version of a decades-old National Conference slogan. What was the original slogan, and why did the BJP's version spark anger?

Both airlines are emerging from a turbulent year, but their new CEOs face sharply different priorities as they chart the next phase of growth.

The EU is expanding defence and maritime cooperation with the Philippines amid tensions with China and uncertainty over the US role in the region.

Who is the Mecca Agreement primarily aimed at? What do Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey get out of it? An Expert Explains.

Third Mumbai, or Karnala-Sai Chirner New Town, is spread over 323.44 sq km over 124 villages in Raigad district that falls in the influence area of the Atal Setu and the Navi Mumbai International Airport.

While the basic story of the Kakori Train Action is well-known, in what context was it planned, and what happened after? On its 101st anniversary, we explain.

The blockbuster success of Spider-Man films, like the newly released ‘Brand New Day’, in India is a testament to the character’s widespread popularity. But the origins of an Indian wall-crawler go further back.

While science continues to underpin India’s presence in the Arctic, the scope must extend beyond exploration. Although India released its Arctic Policy in 2022, a recent parliamentary committee report highlights a concerning gap.

Maharashtra has registered its first homoeopath under the CCMP route. Here is what the 2014 law means and why doctors oppose the move.

Every week, we recap highlights of the news from China. This week’s edition focuses on recent allegations against Chinese companies and the state on trade, AI and other hot-button issues.