Karishma Asoodani

The IMF warns of growing financial stability risks as sovereign bond yields rise and AI-driven markets face uncertainty. In an exclusive interview with Business Today, Athanos Vamvakidis explains how an AI sell-off could affect India and emerging markets, the threat from cyberattacks, tokenisation risks and why central banks must protect credibility.

The IMF warns of growing financial stability risks as sovereign bond yields rise and AI-driven markets face uncertainty. In an exclusive interview with Business Today, Athanos Vamvakidis explains how an AI sell-off could affect India and emerging markets, the threat from cyberattacks, tokenisation risks and why central banks must protect credibility.

The US-India trade negotiations go beyond headline tariff announcements. Market access, the competitiveness of Indian exporters and the treatment of sensitive sectors will help determine the agreement's economic significance. Business Today breaks down the key issues, India's priorities and the potential implications for trade, industry and the broader economic relationship. All that could soon come into force.

The US-India trade negotiations go beyond headline tariff announcements. Market access, the competitiveness of Indian exporters and the treatment of sensitive sectors will help determine the agreement's economic significance. Business Today breaks down the key issues, India's priorities and the potential implications for trade, industry and the broader economic relationship. All that could soon come into force.

The IMF says tokenisation could make financial transactions faster and more efficient but warns that risks could escalate when transactions become instantaneous. IMF's Vamvakidis explains why regulation and safeguards are essential, how tokenisation could amplify leverage and bank-run risks, and why central banks must protect inflation-fighting credibility.

The current budgetary allocation of Rs1.7 Lakh crore as fertiliser subsidy is expected to surpass Rs 3 Lakh crore, with more than 65% having already been utilised, as per government sources.

Under FAST-DS, eligible taxpayers can regularise disclosures by paying tax at 30% of the fair market value of the relevant foreign assets, along with an equal amount as penalty.

Praveena Rai, MD and CEO of MCX, shares advice for young women navigating careers, financial independence and investments. In this conversation at Business Today’s Most Powerful Women in Business event in Mumbai, she discusses investing in commodity markets, particularly gold and silver, and the importance of making informed financial decisions amid market volatility.

Ritu Kangrade Arora, Country Head, India, Allianz Services, shares why personal branding matters for young women across professions. She urges young women to embrace their authentic selves, communicate their strengths and confidently present who they are to the world, without feeling pressured to fit into predefined expectations or professional stereotypes.

Jyotsna Suri, CMD, and Deeksha Suri, ED, of Lalit Suri Hospitality Group, discuss the lessons of patience and perseverance, navigating disagreements at home and in business, and balancing legacy with fresh ideas.