institute for supply management

DMK candidate M. Abdul Wahab secured victory in the Palayamkottai Assembly election by a margin of 13,805 votes. The urban constituency in Tirunelveli district faces challenges including water supply, traffic, and job creation, alongside its strengths in education and healthcare.

Global financial markets are seeking quantitative finance professionals skilled in mathematics, markets, and computation. India's growing financial sector, particularly its derivatives market, faces a talent gap. IIM Ahmedabad's APQFRM offers a structured pathway to develop these in-demand skills, bridging the divide between theory and practical application.

The US has sanctioned ten individuals and companies, including those in China and Hong Kong, for aiding Iran's drone and ballistic missile programs. These measures aim to curb Iran's military capabilities and its threat to regional shipping. The sanctions target entities involved in procuring weapons components and raw materials, with a warning to foreign firms engaged in illicit Iranian trade.

Washington isn’t interested in being a guarantor of anything, including energy supplies. New Delhi’s strategic response must centre around the one energy source it has in abundance

India's commercial real estate is shifting, with coworking spaces now a parallel office strategy, not just a temporary fix. Robust demand, driven by Global Capability Centres seeking managed facilities, is boosting the sector. Investors gain diversified cash flows but must consider operational intensity and a different risk profile. Market maturity brings both stability and competition.

India's flexible workspace sector has surged past 100 million sq ft, becoming a dominant force in commercial real estate. Once a niche for freelancers, it now attracts major enterprises and GCCs, driving significant growth and profitability. This shift marks a maturation, positioning India as a global leader in flex office solutions.