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Padma Lakshmi serves ‘America’s Culinary Cup’ with a side of gorgeous jewels
Spring is in full bloom in New York, and so is Padma Lakshmi’s career. “I was passing by Central Park, and all these beautiful flowers, magnolias, cherry blossoms, were in bloom,” says the glamorous host of “America’s Culinary Cup,” whose finale airs next wee…
Links 5/6/2026
Our nervous daily links: 4,000 year old magic spell, Trump "pauses" Project Freedom, Covid organ damage, cities brace for heat, low Trump-Xi expectations, Russia threatens monster Kiev strike, Big 3 caused EU decline? Africa fertilizer exposure. UK food price…
Centre hopeful of PM SHRI rollout in Bengal, Tamil Nadu; letters to be sent soon
The Ministry of Education will soon write to West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, urging them to sign a Memorandum of Understanding for the PM SHRI scheme. This initiative aims to develop schools as model institutions aligned with the National Education Policy 2020. T…
Standstill in India gold imports drags on, threatens supply
Indian banks face an unprecedented five-week halt in gold and silver imports, causing domestic prices to surge and threatening shortages. Administrative hurdles and tax uncertainties have stalled shipments since April 1, impacting jewelers restocking after Ak…
GCC Indians dump real estate, pile into Indian stocks amid Gulf war fears
GCC Indians are shifting from real estate to Indian stocks, driven by regional conflict and strong investor confidence, survey reveals.
India, Jamaica Sign 3 MoUs During S. Jaishankar’s Historic Visit; Cooperation Expanded Across Health, Solar Energy and Digital Sectors
India and Jamaica have signed three key Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation in healthcare, renewable energy, and broadcasting during External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s official visit to Jamaica from May 2 to 4.
Timken Reports First-Quarter 2026 Results
Sales of $1.23 billion, up 8 percent from last year First-quarter diluted EPS of $1.40; adjusted EPS of $1.67 Net income margin of 8.0 percent; adjusted EBITDA margin of 18.8 percent Raises 2026 outlook; now expects 2026 EPS of $4.70-$5.20, with adjusted EPS …
J&K Bank posts record annual profit of ₹2,363 crore in FY26
Jammu and Kashmir Bank reported its highest-ever annual profit for the financial year 2025–26, extending its streak of record earnings for the fourth consecutive year.
TELUS Digital Expands in Asia-Pacific and Argentina to Support Growing Demand for AI Data Services, Trust & Safety and Digital Customer Experience
Expansion strengthens TELUS Digital's multilingual AI data and CX capabilities, global talent reach and delivery across high-growth innovation hubs VANCOUVER, BC, May 6, 2026 /CNW/ - TELUS Digital, the global technology division of TELUS Corporation (TSX: T) …
TELUS Digital Expands in Asia-Pacific and Argentina to Support Growing Demand for AI Data Services, Trust & Safety and Digital Customer Experience
Expansion strengthens TELUS Digital's multilingual AI data and CX capabilities, global talent reach and delivery across high-growth innovation hubs VANCOUVER, BC, May 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - TELUS Digital, the global technology division of TELUS Corporation (T…
To tax or not to tax mineral rights in India? SC to hear pleas on May 20
The Supreme Court will hear pleas on May 20 concerning legislative power to tax mineral rights, as the Centre's curative petition is pending. Previously, a nine-judge bench ruled states hold this power, dismissing review pleas. The Centre's curative petition …
Mohit Dutta to lead pladis in India
Global snacking company, pladis, known for brands such as McVitie’s has announced the appointment of Mohit Dutta as Country General Manager for India.
Netherlands join hands with Indian spice industry on sustainability
B. N. Jha said India exports over 250 varieties of spices and value-added products to more than 180 countries and continues to hold significant growth potential in the European market
TVK chief Vijay meets Governor Rajendra Arlekar, stakes claim to form govt in Tamil Nadu
TVK chief Vijay meets Tamil Nadu Governor to stake claim for government formation after winning 108 seats in elections.
Opposition parties back Mamata Banerjee; her decision not to quit a protest against Centre & EC, says Sanjay Raut
Sanjay Raut and NCP (SP) back Mamata Banerjee's decision not to resign as West Bengal Chief Minister. They allege democratic processes were subverted and central agencies misused to influence the assembly poll outcome. Raut calls for unity against the Centre'…
Thailand approves $29bn in projects, with TikTok’s ₿842bn data-centre expansion alone worth $25bn
Bangkok’s Board of Investment cleared six major investments on Wednesday. Three of them are data centres. The headline is the TikTok number, but the larger story is what Thailand is becoming inside the regional AI infrastructure trade. Thailand’s Board of Inv…
Antiscalants Market worth $6.56 billion by 2031 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™
DELRAY BEACH, Fla., May 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- According to MarketsandMarkets, "Antiscalants Market by Type, Application (Power & Construction, Oil & Gas, Mining, Municipal Water Treatment & Desalination, Food & Beverage, Chemical & Pharmaceutical, Pulp & Pa…
Why the most simple outfit at this year’s Met Gala has also sparked the most debate
What looked like denim jeans turned out to be 250 hours of Chanel couture, but that did little to stop the backlash surrounding Indian model Bhavitha Mandava’s debut at the gala
TVK chief Vijay meets Governor Rajendra Arlekar, stakes claim to form govt in Tamil Nadu
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief Vijay has staked a claim to form the government in Tamil Nadu. The party emerged as the single largest in the Assembly elections. Vijay met the Tamil Nadu Governor to formalize the claim. The Congress party has pledged its suppo…
Days after DRDO chief said India developing ICBM, BJP says ‘Agni-6 is ready to make history’
India News: NEW DELHI: Just days after Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) chairman Samir V Kamath said that the R&D agency was ready to cond.
Community Team Meeting Agenda for May 7, 2026
The Community Team chat takes place the first Thursday of every month in the #community-team channel on Slack. This meeting is meant for all contributors on the team and everyone who is interested in taking part in some of the things our team does. Feel free …
Fenergo is Positioned as the Leader in the SPARK Matrix™: Know Your Customer (KYC) Solutions, 2026 by QKS Group
The QKS Group SPARK Matrix™ provides competitive analysis and ranking of the leading Know Your Customer (KYC) solution vendors. Fenergo, with its comprehensive technology and customer experience management, has received strong ratings across the parameters of…
Indian firms commit $20.5 billion investment in US; Pharma dominates with $19.1 billion
The pharmaceutical sector accounted for the vast majority of the financial commitment, with planned investments exceeding $19.1 billion, led by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Hyundai reiterates commitment to India as it marks 30 years of operations in country
HMIL has sold a total of 1.35 crore units since its inception, including 96 lakh in India and 39 lakh exported to 150 countries
Carrier begins works of ₹863 crore chiller manufacturing facility in Sri City
The upcoming facility will manufacture high-capacity commercial HVAC chillers exceeding 1,500 TR (tons of refrigeration) in India and house 15 advanced testing and R&D laboratories
AI-based Research Services Market to Surpass USD 35,420.4 Million by 2035 as Synthetic Data and Predictive Intelligence Transform Enterprise Decision-Making
NEWARK, Del., May 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- According to the latest analysis by Future Market Insights, the global AI-based research services market is undergoing a rapid transformation, driven by the integration of artificial intelligence into consumer insight…
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Gamescom Latam attendance up by 17.5% in 2026
The third edition of Gamescom Latam drew 154,000 visitors, up 17.5% on 2025. Last year the show attracted 130,000 attendees, up 30% on the first edition of the event in 2024. Read more
UST acquires boutique American firm Taciti, pads up SAP transformation portfolio
UST acquires Taciti to enhance its SAP transformation portfolio and expand global enterprise relationships in digital solutions.
ServiceNow bullish on opportunities in India, says Zavery
ServiceNow's Amit Zavery highlights significant growth and investment opportunities in India's market during Knowledge 2026 in Las Vegas.
Darjeeling tea industry expected to witness higher first flush crop than last two years
In the last 2 years the industry had suffered significant crop losses for the high-value first flush teas due to prolonged dry spell