AI could unleash US start-up boom: Scott Bessent

IANS | September 2, 2026 9:20 AM

Asheville, Sep 2 (IANS) Artificial intelligence is helping small businesses operate with fewer people and could unleash a start-up boom across the United States, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said, while urging technology companies to explain more clearly how its benefits will reach ordinary Americans.

India can clock growth beyond 8 pc: World Bank's Ajay Banga

IANS | September 2, 2026 9:14 AM

Asheville, Sep 2 (IANS) India has the potential to grow beyond its current 7-8 per cent trajectory, World Bank President Ajay Banga has said, describing the country’s latest economic performance as robust despite global energy pressures, trade uncertainty and the impact of El Niño.

Trump-Xi talks to address AI guardrails

IANS | September 2, 2026 8:42 AM

Asheville, Sep 2 (IANS) Artificial intelligence is expected to feature prominently when US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping meet in Washington this month, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said, calling for guardrails and closer communication between the "world’s two leading AI powers".

Ram Temple Trust to hold key meet in Ayodhya today; decision likely on CEO post

IANS | September 2, 2026 8:31 AM

Ayodhya, Sep 2 (IANS) The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust will hold a crucial meeting in Ayodhya on Wednesday to finalise the appointment of its first Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and discuss other trustee-level positions, as the temple body moves ahead with major administrative and leadership changes.