DARK SECRETS: 2 - The Real Truth

Airbus stages maiden flight of new A350F freighter

Airbus has initiated the maiden flight of its A350F freighter, aiming at breaking Boeing's market dominance. The A350F is set for a series of certification trials before entering service in 2027. Demand for air freight is rising due to various global factors, including rising e-commerce. Airbus has secured orders for…

The Economic Times · Sep 29

This festive season, India's job rush is arriving sooner, spreading farther and lasting longer

India's festive hiring is shifting towards longer-term roles as employers seek to retain talent beyond peak season. Companies are also beginning recruitment earlier in anticipation of higher demand during the festive period. Nearly half of the employers foresee hiring growth in Tier II and Tier III cities as e-commerce expands.…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

AceVector IPO opens for bidding: Check GMP and other key details

AceVector Ltd., parent company of Snapdeal, opened its Rs 420 crore IPO today at a price band of Rs 30-Rs 32 per share. The issue, which closes on September 29, commands a 6% grey market premium. Proceeds will fund marketing, technology infrastructure, acquisitions, and corporate expansion.

The Economic Times · Sep 25

Reselling Clothes in India: How to Price, Photograph and Sell Your Secondhand Wardrobe

What Actually Sells in the Indian Secondhand MarketNot everything in your wardrobe has a buyer. The Indian reselling market runs on a fairly predictable set of categories, and knowing them saves you from photographing things that will sit unlisted for months.Branded Western casualwear moves fastest, think Zara, H&M, Mango, and…

Times Life · Sep 21

Before Buying Cheap Seeds From an Overseas Seller, Check These USDA Rules

A packet of unusual flower or vegetable seeds for $2 can look like one of the easiest gardening bargains you’ll find online. But if the seller is shipping those seeds from another country, you’re not simply ordering inexpensive garden supplies—you may legally be importing plant material into the United States.…

Frugal Gardening · Sep 19

Counterfeit Cosmetics Are Flooding Indian Markets, Here Is How to Check Any Product Before You Use It

Why Counterfeit Cosmetics Are a Skin Health Problem, Not Just a Money ProblemA 2022 study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology tested fake luxury cosmetics seized globally and found arsenic, mercury, lead, and high levels of bacteria in products marketed as moisturisers and lipsticks. Indian customs…

Times Life · Sep 18

Banned beauty products are still one click away in India and around the world

Banned skin-bleaching products containing mercury are still available for purchase online. These illegal items are found on Amazon, Temu, and TikTok Shop marketplaces globally. Sellers are relisting products under misleading names to evade detection by authorities. Health advocates and regulators are working to remove these dangerous items from sale.

The Economic Times · Sep 16

Top 8 Corporate Administration and Cross-Border Banking Platforms for Global Founders Expanding into Asia

Expanding a modern digital enterprise into Asia requires balancing two fundamental pillars: statutory compliance and international financial mobility. For digital publishers, e-commerce operators, cross-border SaaS companies, and remote-first consultancies, the Asia-Pacific (APAC) market represents an attractive combination of rapid technological adoption and mature legal governance.

inkl · Sep 15

EU halves cheap parcel influx in bid to rein in Chinese e-commerce giants

The EU has cut the number of low-value parcels entering the region by half, following the introduction of a €3 flat fee. The measure is part of a broader effort to curb the growing dominance of Chinese e-commerce platforms.

Euronews · Sep 14

Dish TV hopes for a turnaround aided by smart TV VZY, e-Com solutions and content hub

Dish TV is launching new initiatives like VZY smart TV and ShopZop e-commerce to address subscription losses. The company's Watcho content platform shows early signs of traction and growth. Dish TV aims to recover and grow by integrating DTH and OTT services. This repositioning is a response to declining pay-DTH…

The Economic Times · Sep 13