China Investigates Trip.com for Suspected Monopoly Breaches
Chinese regulators launch investigation into Trip.com Group for potential misuse of dominant market position, following earlier crackdowns on tech giants like Alibaba.
Chinese regulators launch investigation into Trip.com Group for potential misuse of dominant market position, following earlier crackdowns on tech giants like Alibaba.
MNS chief Raj Thackeray says his comments about an industrialist were misinterpreted. He clarifies he opposes monopolies, not industry, and warns of national risks from concentrated economic power.
Elon Musk calls the Apple-Google Gemini partnership for Siri an 'unreasonable concentration of power,' raising concerns about AI monopoly and potential legal action.
MNS chief Raj Thackeray alleges Adani Group's rapid, state-backed expansion since 2014 is creating monopolies in ports, airports, and power across Maharashtra, threatening local interests.
Billionaire investor Peter Thiel argues that capitalism and competition are opposites. He urges founders to build unique, monopoly businesses like Google for success. Read his insights from Wharton and his recent Nvidia warning.
Trump's Greenland interest highlights its rare earth reserves, but infrastructure, environment, and China's dominance are major hurdles. Explore the full story.
Trump's push for Greenland faces harsh reality: extreme remoteness, technical hurdles, and fragile ecology block rare earth mining. Experts say focus should be on viable projects elsewhere. Read more.
Registration for MHT CET 2026 has commenced. Aspiring students for engineering, pharmacy & other UG courses in Maharashtra must apply online by February 12, 2026. Check eligibility, fee, and exam dates.
Maharashtra govt instructs MMC to introduce QR codes for doctor verification to curb bogus practitioners. SC orders MMC elections within three months. Read more.
In a major political shift, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena leader Santosh Dhuri joins the BJP, citing ideological alignment. This move strengthens BJP's position ahead of crucial state elections.
Maharashtra saw over 32.7 lakh new vehicle registrations in 2025, a 13.5% annual increase. Mumbai alone added 3 lakh vehicles, intensifying traffic and pollution woes. Explore the full data breakdown.
Explore China's strategic, decades-long plan to control the global supply of rare earth elements, crucial for modern tech and defense. Understand the geopolitical implications.
Former NIA Director General Sadanand Vasant Date is the new Maharashtra DGP. Get the details on his appointment, career, and the challenges ahead.
Political alliances in Maharashtra are in disarray as parties finalize strategies for the crucial civic polls across 29 municipal corporations. Key players like BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP face internal and external challenges.
A US startup, Noveon Magnetics, is pioneering a method to recycle rare earth magnets, aiming to reduce global dependence on China's supply chain. Discover how this innovation could reshape geopolitics and clean energy.
Mrs Maharashtra 2025 pageant celebrates married women's elegance & empowerment. Discover the legacy, categories, and how to apply for this prestigious title. Apply now!
Maharashtra's BJP and Congress hold key meetings on Dec 25 to finalize candidates for crucial municipal corporation elections. Get the latest political strategy updates.
Following the massive IndiGo flight cancellations, former CM Prithviraj Chavan demands a DGCA inquiry, financial penalties, and even breaking up the airline to prevent monopoly. Read the full analysis.
Union Minister Bhupender Yadav stated the Sunderbans remains underdeveloped due to tourism monopolies and encroachment. He calls for political leadership to unlock its true potential as a UNESCO site.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav alleges BJP is pushing a 'hidden agenda' for a single corporate group, warns of inflation & exploitation. Read his full statement.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis congratulates winners of municipal council polls, pledges continued development. Key results from Pune, Nagpur & more.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann awards 505 mini bus permits to youth, dismantling family-run monopolies. New buses, app-based booking, and toll plaza closures announced to boost public transport.
The Aam Aadmi Party announces its ambitious plan to contest 227 seats in the upcoming Maharashtra civic body elections, marking a major expansion of its political footprint beyond Delhi and Punjab.
India's antitrust watchdog CCI investigates IndiGo after December's operational meltdown. Could the airline's 65% market share lead to penalties for abuse of dominance? Details inside.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticizes the Modi government for allegedly creating monopolies and duopolies across sectors. He demands economic power be returned to MSMEs for a stronger India. Read the full story.
America's new National Security Strategy, driven by oil self-sufficiency and China's gallium monopoly, favours peace & multi-polarity. India's diplomatic space expands. Analysis by James K. Galbraith.
Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu refutes Rahul Gandhi's 'monopoly model' claim amid IndiGo's 6-day crisis, stressing competition and passenger relief. Read the full political clash.
A US federal judge has ruled Google must renegotiate its default search and AI contracts annually, a major blow to its dominance. This could reshape competition in search and AI markets.
Russian President Vladimir Putin launched RT India in New Delhi. Five media MoUs were signed between Prasar Bharati and Russian firms to create alternative platforms. Read more.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi slams the government's aviation 'monopoly model' after a massive IndiGo systems failure disrupts flights nationwide. Details on the chaos and political fallout.