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In the AI era, your job will be measured by outcomes, not hours worked: Automation Anywhere’s Ankur Kothari
As new operating models, backed by automation, begin to take shape in enterprises and businesses, the workforce should prepare itself for a change. Outcomes will be the benchmark for productivity and growth, with AI automating most of the repetitive, time-consuming tasks.
These 8 banking stocks have an upside potential of up to 22% in 1 year, according to analysts
When it comes to the banking sector, one should, at this point of time, give some leeway in terms of credit growth. The more important thing to watch for in individual banks is the growth of their digital footprints. If that number is not going up, it can be a cause for concern. Check out Stock Reports Plus, powered by Refinitiv, for price targets of over 4,000 listed stocks along with detailed company analysis focusing on five key components ,earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum, to generate standardised scores. SR+ Reports is a complimentary offering to ETPrime members.
Tech layoffs 2026: More than 175,000 workers laid off as Apple, Microsoft, Oracle, Amazon, Meta, TikTok, Uber, LinkedIn as dozens of companies cut jobs amid AI boom
Tech layoffs are accelerating in 2026 as big companies such as Apple, Microsoft, Oracle, Amazon, Meta, Linkedin, TikTok, Visa and dozens of other mega companies have announced slashing of jobs. Here's why AI, restructuring, cost-cutting and changing business priorities are reshaping the technology workforce. More than 175,000 technology workers had been laid off in 2026 by the middle of the year.
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of more than 20% in one year, as per analysts
When the stock market is hit by a mix of head and tail winds, it is probably the right time to look at stocks from sectors witnessing structural changes. There are several such sectors. In some, the transformation is being forced by geopolitics, and in others by internal operational dynamics. But be sure to look at every aspect of the business you are going to own after buying a stock.
UPI completes 10 years: PM Modi calls it a major turning point for India’s digital payments
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday termed the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) a "major turning point" in the country's digital payments journey, as the interface completed 10 years since its launch.
The 'trustworthy' changes in the lives of India's middle class
Digital payments and tax reforms have significantly altered middle-class spending habits. GST has streamlined consumption taxes, impacting everyday purchases and larger items. Real estate regulations offer homebuyers greater protection during significant financial commitments. JAM trinity and telecom reforms increased formal financial access for many citizens. Infrastructure upgrades and digital services have collectively saved valuable time and effort.
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ET World Leaders Forum 2026: Our reform express will move forward at even greater speed, says PM Modi
Building on the theme of Shared Futures for the ET World Leaders Forum, Prime Minister Narendra Modi says the future of every country is interconnected and nothing is possible in isolation. Listing the nation’s major achievements, he highlighted how, even as global unrest was creating an atmosphere of uncertainty and distrust, India emerged as a bright spot of growth, stability and hope.
Stock picks of the week: 6 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 29%
Given current market conditions, better stick with stocks that offer some comfort. It could be valuation, or growth purely dependent on domestic factors. But in all cases, the management should have a track record of dealing with different cycles of the economy and being on the conservative side in the past, rather than being aggressive. Our selected stocks for today depict a strong upward trajectory in their overall average score which is based on five key pillars: Earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum. This implies that there has been a significant improvement in their market outlook in the given time frame.
Vijay Shekhar Sharma's Rs 4 crore pay found 'materially below' peer median; Board recommends revision
Under the proposed structure, Sharma's remuneration will also include a variable component which will be performance-linked set by the NRC on achievement against predefined financial performance targets.
One of a Kind Awards: Recognising startups that put customers at the centre
At the One of a Kind Awards - for early stage startups, presented by The Economic Times and Cashfree Payments, the Customer Experience Delight Award recognised an early-stage, internet-first startup that built strong customer relationships through engagement, retention, responsiveness and service excellence.
One of a Kind Awards: An ode to startups creating categories of their own
At the One of a Kind Awards - for early stage startups, presented by The Economic Times and Cashfree Payments, the Category Creator Award recognised early-stage, internet-first startups that created, disrupted and owned categories—setting the bar high for others to see and feel inspired by.
Ebix and NSDL Payments Bank cross one crore registrations Under MSRTC NCMC Programmes.
Over one crore NCMC RuPay smartcards were registered in five months. These cards now serve MSRTC concessional passengers across Maharashtra's villages. The digital passes replace old paper systems, improving verification and reducing misuse. This initiative aligns with Prime Minister Modi's Digital India 'One Nation, One Card' vision. Future plans include retail payments and integration with metro and water transport.
YouTube offers creators millions to not work with Netflix
The payment would come in a couple of different forms. YouTube has discussed directly financing some programs, and it has also offered to allot a portion of major brand deals to creators. Though YouTube hasn’t finalised deals with any creators, it is close an agreement with several partners, said the people, who declined to be identified because the negotiations are sensitive and ongoing.
Sebi to soon roll out AI rules with a ‘kill switch’ for stock market
Sebi will soon issue guidelines for responsible AI and machine learning use in India’s securities market, with mandatory safeguards including a “kill switch”, human oversight and data controls. Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said the framework will balance innovation with investor protection as AI adoption expands across surveillance, risk assessment, fraud detection and investor servicing, while ensuring accountability among regulated entities.
After paper leak turmoil, NTA fires 600, overhauls exam system with four-tier checks
The National Testing Agency is implementing significant changes to its examination system. Around 600 experts have been removed and new ones are being onboarded. A four-tier checking system for question papers will be introduced to enhance scrutiny. NTA offices will relocate to new premises with strengthened security measures. These steps aim to ensure the smooth and reliable conduct of competitive examinations.
Apple changes fees for alternative app stores in EU
The company last year changed App Store rules and fees in the EU after the bloc's antitrust regulators ordered it to remove commercial barriers that they said hindered developers from directing customers outside the store.
These 7 bank stocks have an upside potential of up to 27% in one year, according to analysts
Consider how things have panned out for the banking sector in Q1 FY27. The quality of loan books has improved. Though credit growth was not as good as expected, things have, on the whole, been better for all segments of banks, except for small finance banks. Check out Stock Reports Plus, powered by Refinitiv, for price targets of over 4,000 listed stocks along with detailed company analysis focusing on five key components, earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk, and price momentum, to generate standardised scores. SR+ Reports is a complimentary offering to ETPrime members.
BPSC TRE 4.0 recruitment 2026: 32,388 teacher posts, apply from September 1; Check eligibility, dates, selection process and salary
The Bihar Public Service Commission has revealed plans for teacher recruitment, offering 32,388 vacancies. Applications for the TRE-4.0 will begin on September 1, 2026. Applicants must adhere to specific educational qualifications and age limits for each role. The selection process includes written exams followed by interviews. Successful candidates will enjoy competitive salaries alongside a range of employment benefits.
Airtel Payments Bank names Shabnam Sinha as chairperson, succeeding Sunil Mittal
Shabnam Sinha will become Airtel Payments Bank chairperson from October 1, 2026. She succeeds Sunil Bharti Mittal, who steps down after serving since 2016. Sinha brings over three decades of extensive leadership and board experience. The bank currently serves over 121 million monthly active users nationwide. Sinha aims to build on growth and strengthen digital financial services.
iPhone overheating & network issues: Court orders Apple India to pay customer Rs 45,500 refund plus compensation & legal costs
A Haryana consumer commission has ordered Apple India to refund Rs 45,500 for a faulty iPhone 15. The device allegedly suffered repeated overheating and connectivity issues after purchase. Apple denied any manufacturing defect and attributed the problems to alleged unauthorised modifications to the handset. However, the commission found insufficient technical evidence to support Apple's claim. The company must also pay Rs 10,000 towards compensation for mental agony and harassment, and litigation costs.
Presenting the jury for The Economic Times Startup Awards 2026
Meet the high-powered jury that will pick the winners of the ET Startup Awards 2026.
Crypto wallet provider SafePal discloses data breach affecting nearly 40,000 users' order information
An authorization flaw in the order tracking system allowed access to another customer's order information between March 2, 2025, and April 11, 2026, SafePal said in a statement.
Independence Day 2026: The road to UPI — India’s payments revolution was centuries in the making
India’s payments ecosystem has evolved dramatically, from hundis and merchant networks that moved value across long distances to formal banking, electronic transfers and the digital infra behind UPI. Each technological leap solved the same fundamental challenge: enabling money to travel securely and efficiently without physically moving cash from one place to another.
Class 11 UP student uses AI to fake his own kidnapping, extort money from father with injured-eye images
In a bizarre turn of events, a student orchestrated his own abduction as a means to settle online gaming debts. Crafting an AI-generated image, he sent alarming ransom texts to his father. Swift police investigation located the teen at a friend’s residence within mere hours. Confronted by authorities, he confessed to concocting the scenario under intense pressure. He was returned home safely after a thorough questioning process.
What actually happens when you ignore a traffic challan in India
Ignoring traffic challans in India leads to escalating consequences. Unpaid fines remain on record and may attract additional penalties. Cases can be referred to court, leading to ex-parte rulings and summons. Unresolved challans can affect vehicle registration renewal and insurance policies. Buyers will see pending fines during car resale, impacting the sale price.
Gen Z employee was asked to have work email on his phone. He asked one question: ‘Who should I bill?’ Here’s why it left HR silent
Generation Z is often unfairly condemned as lazy and entitled. Taking to X, a popular career coach explained how the current generation of employees is far from being entitled. They are just establishing boundaries when there were none before
Road ministry directs motor vehicle aggregators to pull down all tip-related prompts prior to acceptance or ride completion
The Road Transport Ministry has directed ride aggregators to immediately remove all pre-ride tipping prompts from their apps, saying tips must remain voluntary and can only be offered after a journey is completed under the Motor Vehicle Aggregator Guidelines, 2025.
Travelling to Sri Lanka? Indian tourists can now save 20% on PickMe rides with UPI payments
Indian tourists can now enjoy a flat twenty percent discount on PickMe rides in Sri Lanka. This offer is valid for rides paid for using UPI, up to a limit of seven hundred fifty Sri Lankan rupees. The initiative aims to encourage digital payments and reduce cash reliance for Indian visitors. UPI is already accepted at numerous locations across Sri Lanka, including tourist attractions and restaurants.
Indian diaspora could be UPI’s ticket to the global payments map
NPCI plans to expand UPI internationally by targeting countries with large Indian diaspora populations, with CEO Dilip Asbe saying it could enter 15-20 markets over the next decade. NPCI is in talks with Japan, Malaysia and Bahrain, while exploring AI-enabled payments and building on UPI’s presence in nine countries.
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