Nearly 2000 legislative questions on public spending and welfare schemes lie unanswered in Karnataka, crippling oversight. MLAs across parties demand transparency as govt promises action. Read more.
Britain's top military chief issues a stark warning, urging a 'whole-of-society' response to the rising threat from Russia. NATO allies push for higher defence spending.
Experts argue India must shift from insurance-based health coverage to a robust, publicly-funded universal healthcare system. Learn why primary care investment is key to preventing financial ruin.
Chandigarh MP Manish Tewari demands a detailed account of how Rs 33.2 crore was spent on tourism over three years, with Rs 11.8 crore paid to artists. Read the full story.
As MLB Winter Meetings begin, Michael King's free agency, Chicago Cubs' spending shift, and Ketel Marte trade talks dominate headlines. Key moves expected in Orlando.
India's tax revenues soared 30% in the first half of FY25, yet government expenditure grew faster, widening the fiscal deficit. Explore the details and implications for the economy.
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei addresses massive AI infrastructure spending at DealBook Summit, separating tech optimism from economic risk. He reveals 10x yearly revenue growth for the AI firm. Read the full analysis.
Apple's stock hits a record high as its patient, privacy-centric AI approach contrasts with Big Tech's costly sprint. Discover why Wall Street is betting on Apple's long game.
While AI has pushed markets to record highs, mixed U.S. economic signals on jobs and consumer spending threaten 2026 earnings growth. Key Fed decision looms.
Fitch Ratings revises India's GDP growth forecast for FY26 to 7.4%, citing strong consumer spending and GST reforms. It also predicts a December RBI rate cut to 5.25%. Read the full analysis.
New data reveals Gen Z is making sharper holiday spending cuts than older groups in the US, highlighting a severe affordability crisis. Discover how this impacts retail and the economy.
A Mint analysis reveals UPI's explosive growth, with daily transactions soaring 6x in value. Discover how small payments for groceries & eating out are driving India's cashless shift.
PVR Inox reports a 1.4% drop in per-head spending in Q2 FY26. While discounted tickets lure young audiences for films like Saiyaara, high F&B prices dampen concession sales. Family films remain key for higher spending.
Cyber Monday 2025 sees US shoppers spending a record $14.2 billion online, a 6.3% jump from 2024. Get the latest data and analysis on this global shopping phenomenon.
MCG exhausted 33% of its sanitation budget by Oct 31, yet garbage piles plague Gurgaon. Residents demand answers as spending soars and results remain invisible. Read the full report.
Trump's tariffs hit global trade, but a $400 billion AI investment surge by US tech giants is driving growth. Discover how this is saving economies from recession.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tables Supplementary Demands for Grants seeking approval for Rs 1.32 lakh crore gross additional expenditure. Read the full details and implications.
Young shoppers in the US are tightening budgets, cutting holiday spending by 34% due to economic pressures like student loans and high rents. Discover how retailers are adapting.
Revenue growth for India's top 5 IT firms lags behind global clients since 2023. Experts cite AI, automation, and changing spending patterns as key factors. Read the full analysis.
Oxfam's 2020 report reveals India allocated only 4% of its budget to health, ranking 155th globally. This critical underfunding left the nation vulnerable during the COVID-19 crisis. Read the full analysis.
70% of Indians prioritize saving over spending despite economic growth. Discover how financial anxiety and inflation are reshaping consumer behavior and what this means for India's economy.
Western companies in China pivot from profit focus to innovation, adapting to fierce local competition and changing consumer demands. Discover the new strategies for success.
Delhi entrepreneur's viral post about employee with ₹26,000 salary purchasing ₹70,000 iPhone ignites nationwide discussion on financial priorities and spending habits in India.
Black Friday remains America's biggest in-store shopping day despite shifting consumer behavior. Discover how inflation and selective spending shape this year's holiday season kickoff.
Global military expenditure reached a record $2.7 trillion in 2024, rising 9.4% from 2023. Explore how Eisenhower's Military-Industrial Complex concept explains this surge and its implications for global security.
A Chinese man files for divorce after discovering his unemployed wife secretly transferred nearly ₹56 lakh of their savings to a male livestreamer over several years, leaving the family in debt.
Billionaire Mark Cuban warns OpenAI, Google, Microsoft and other AI firms are overspending in AI race, creating a potential bubble. Read his shocking predictions.
Taiwan's legislature approves NT$1.27 trillion special budget for military purchases to counter China's threats. Historic move strengthens island's defense capabilities.
Money sent overseas by Indians under RBI's liberalised remittance scheme rose to $2.8 billion in September, driven by travel spending. Discover the shifting trends in foreign exchange outflows.
US retail sales grew slower than expected in September at 0.2% as consumers faced persistent high prices. Producer prices rose 0.3%, driven by energy and food costs. Read the full analysis.