83 pc India’s small biz leaders say AI is critical for growth: Report

IANS | December 4, 2025 11:59 AM

New Delhi, Dec 4 (IANS) India’s small businesses are entering 2026 with a clear focus on technology-driven growth as 83 per cent of small business leaders in the country say that Artificial Intelligence has become essential for business growth, a new report said on Thursday.

Rupee opens lower as FII outflows continue

IANS | December 4, 2025 10:12 AM

Mumbai, Dec 4 (IANS) The Indian rupee continued its sharp fall on Thursday, sliding 22 paise and remaining well above the 90-per-dollar mark amid weak global cues.

Sensex, Nifty open lower amid weak global cues

IANS | December 4, 2025 9:41 AM

Mumbai, Dec 4 (IANS) Indian stock markets opened weak on Thursday as pressure from a falling rupee and continued foreign investor selling kept sentiment muted on Dalal Street.