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With 28,000 square kilometres of crop area lit in 2025 in Punjab and Haryana, the contribution of farm fires to North Indias bad air is likely to be much higher than what is currently estimated, finds a new study.

Television and streaming show creators are adapting popular series like Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hain and Mirzapur into films, aiming to leverage established fan bases. Experts warn that while this strategy can attract audiences, it risks diluting brand value if not executed with narrative depth.

IndusInd Bank Chairman Sunil Mehta plans to resign after his term ends amid significant losses and governance issues. The bank is undergoing restructuring, with new leadership appointments aimed at addressing financial issues.

BookMyShows report highlights a surge in cinema attendance in India in 2025. Live entertainment flourished, showcasing 17% growth, with music tourism and premium experiences driving significant economic impact across cities nationwide.

The disbursals in FY26 comes after a rare-earth magnet supply shock in April due to China's strict export control. These magnets are used in crucial manufacturing sectors such as defence, electronics, renewable energy and automobiles, including electric vehicles.

JioHotstar has scheduled 1,500 hours of new programming in all four southern languages for release over the next 12 months.

What cushioned the impact was that the IndiGo crisis unfolded over a weekend when business travel is typically minimal.

A revolution is playing out quietly in the world of debt recovery, thanks to artificial intelligence. Bots are now collecting debts, and apparently doing so with a human emotion that too many human collectors lack: empathy. A fascinating inside story.

As automation and GenAI accelerate creative output, IT-backed marketing units from TCS to Info Edge and Accenture are facing pressure on hiring, pricing and long-term viability.

Indian OTT platforms face viewer fatigue due to repetitive and lengthy ad breaks. Experts emphasize the need for improved ad experiences and transparency to regain user trust and prevent subscription cancellations amid growing customer frustration.

The first tranche of startup applications under the RDI scheme is expected by March 2026, following approvals for Birac and TDB and the near-finalization of Sidbi and SBI-AIF as fund managers.

Bank holiday today, 9 December: Bank holidays differ from region to region, depending on festivals or other special occasions like elections. Since there are Kerala local body polls on Tuesday, there is a bank holiday in Kerala.

A new IRCTC catering category allows national food brands into stations for the first time. Heres whats driving the shift, and what it means for Railways, QSRs and small vendors.

Film and sports stars are increasingly creating standalone content on YouTube and social media, allowing them direct access to their audience and creative control. This shift from traditional media enables them to build personal brands and generate revenue while maintaining visibility.

Domestic and global funds are racing to provide non-dilutive, flexible capital as companies seek faster financing and banks step back, while investors hunt steadier returns than equity can offer.

Two of the Big 5 advertising holding companiesOmnicom and Interpublic Grouphave agreed to merge globally. That has triggered a wave of job cuts, and local agencies are also bracing for a shakeup.

Companies like Licious and Zappfresh report that boneless meat commands a premium due to convenience, changing how meat is processed and marketed, despite traditional preferences for bone-in cuts.