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Microsoft says sorry for global outage as it traces disruption to network upgrade issue; adds all products now operational
Microsoft services like Outlook and Teams faced a significant outage impacting users globally for over a day. The disruption began on Thursday, November 12, and continued into Friday, leading to severe communication issues. Microsoft reported gradual improvements in service restoration across affected areas during the outage. Many users still encountered intermittent access problems and delays in email delivery as the company worked on a resolution.
Goyal in Egypt: Both sides to discuss increasing cooperation in infra, mnfg, logistics
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will visit Egypt for two days to enhance trade relations. He will engage in discussions to facilitate business participation in each other's markets and review the progress of bilateral trade. Over 140 Indian business leaders will accompany him to explore opportunities in various sectors. Meetings with Egyptian officials and business representatives are scheduled to reinforce economic cooperation.
Focus, discipline and realised returns to define India's next generation of fund managers: Report
Grant Thornton Bharat and IVCA have unveiled a significant report shedding light on the role of emerging managers within India's dynamic venture capital arena. The findings reveal that domestic venture fundraising skyrocketed to $5.4 billion in 2025, underscoring the pivotal role of these managers in identifying and nurturing innovative enterprises.
Microsoft outage shows the risks of relying on a single technology provider for essential services
Microsoft 365 services, including Outlook, Teams and AI assistant Copilot, were interrupted. As the outage entered its second day Friday, Microsoft said it saw "encouraging recovery progress." But the company also warned that "intermittent access issues or delayed email delivery" may persist for some users.
Compulsory licensing of drugs only after exhausting all other measures: Department of Pharmaceuticals secretary Manoj Joshi
The government plans to address the high costs of innovative medicines by first negotiating prices. Compulsory licensing will be considered only after other alternatives are exhausted. Trade margins on high-cost drugs are being examined to enhance affordability. Discussions are ongoing with pharmaceutical companies to improve access and affordability of patented drugs. The government is also working on initiatives to support the local pharmaceutical manufacturing sector.
How to access your emails if Microsoft Outlook is down? Try these alternative ways to stay connected
A Microsoft Outlook outage can significantly disrupt communication for users relying on its services. Users can access emails through web browsers or alternative email platforms during this downtime. Additionally, smartphones can provide access to previously downloaded messages, allowing continued communication. Messaging applications serve as useful tools for urgent updates and coordination among colleagues during service disruptions.
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What caused Microsoft outage third time in around one year?
Microsoft 365, Outlook, Teams outage has caused global headlines after disrupting services around the world.
Got an email offering to fix your Outlook or refund you for the Microsoft outage? It’s probably a scam; here’s how to spot it
Microsoft's global outage has created an opening for phishing scams. Emails promising to restore Outlook access, verify mailboxes or arrange refunds should be treated with caution. Microsoft 365 was still experiencing disruption on November 13, with recovery incomplete. Users should avoid email links claiming to fix their accounts and check updates through Microsoft's official channels instead.
Outlook not working? Don’t reset your password or reinstall Office as Microsoft 365 outage disrupts emails, experts say it could make things worse
Microsoft outage today: Microsoft 365 outage has disrupted Outlook email access and delayed messages, with problems also affecting Teams and SharePoint. MQTec Managing Director Moneeb Qureshi has warned users against resetting passwords or reinstalling Office, explaining why these fixes may not help while Microsoft's services remain affected.
What can you do while Microsoft fixes one of its biggest outages ever? Outlook is returning, but when can users trust email and Teams again before logging ?
Microsoft outage latest update: Microsoft is in the process of recovering services following a significant global outage. In its latest update on Friday, November 13, the company said North America was seeing broader improvements, while Europe and Asia-Pacific were also showing signs of recovery. Some users, however, continue to face intermittent access problems and delayed emails.
Outlook down but Teams chat up? The Microsoft workarounds that kept some offices running
Microsoft 365 faced significant service disruptions affecting Exchange Online and other applications on 12th and 13th November. Users experienced difficulties accessing email, while some services like Teams remained functional. Microsoft outlined strategies for companies to communicate during the outage, emphasizing the need for alternatives. To mitigate future issues, businesses are encouraged to develop strong contingency plans and backup options.
Sunil Mittal says India must hold satellite 'Kill Switch', warns against dependence on single provider
Sunil Bharti Mittal advocates for India to independently manage its satellite communications infrastructure for national security. He highlights the various satellite operators, including Elon Musk's Starlink and Eutelsat OneWeb, competing for market access. Mittal argues that India should not rely solely on foreign providers for critical communications.
Microsoft outage today: Is it fixed? Outlook, Teams disruptions enter second day as Detroit, Miami, Austin and Baltimore hit
Microsoft outage today: The global disruption affecting Outlook, Teams and other Microsoft services has entered its second day, leaving users, government agencies, schools and businesses struggling with email and communication problems. Detroit, Miami, Austin, Jacksonville and Baltimore are among the US cities reporting disruptions, while several police and sheriff's departments have also flagged communication issues.
Gmail to Proton Mail: 5 alternatives for users as Microsoft continues to battle Outlook and the Teams global outage
A major disruption hit Microsoft on November 12, 2026, causing a global outage that affected services like Outlook and Teams. This left countless users and organizations struggling to connect via email and participate in crucial Teams meetings. In the wake of the Microsoft outage, users can explore alternatives, including Gmail, Yahoo Mail, and Proton Mail, as the tech giant strives to restore normal service operations.
Cloudflare Claude Down Reason: Why users are facing issues today amid widespread outages at Microsoft Outlook on November 13 Doomsday
Cloudflare Claude down reason: Cloudflare, Claude and Microsoft Outlook users reported technical issues on November 13, triggering concerns about a wider internet outage. Here's why the services are facing disruptions, what Microsoft has said about the Outlook outage, which platforms are affected and whether the incidents are connected to November 13 Doomsday chatter.
Microsoft outage: Are your personal photos and documents on cloud storage safe? Can you lose everything stored in Outlook and OneDrive?
Microsoft's global outage has disrupted access to Outlook, OneDrive and other Microsoft 365 services, leaving users worried about their personal emails, photos and documents stored online. But does being unable to access these files mean they are lost forever? Here is what happens to cloud-stored data, how Microsoft's storage systems protect files and emails, and what recovery options are available if users accidentally delete them.
Smaller MFIs change tack: No onlending, just routing funds
India’s microfinance sector is seeing a structural shift as funding constraints and mounting stress push smaller lenders away from direct lending towards business correspondent models. With bank funding and fresh equity drying up, lenders are increasingly pursuing off-balance-sheet growth and earning fee income by acting as agents for banks. Industry leaders say the traditional joint-liability group lending model is losing relevance as borrowers gain access to multiple formal and digital credit options.
Microsoft Outlook outage status: Is email working again? What's down, what's working and when will services resume?
Microsoft Outlook Down Latest update: Microsoft Outlook users are facing email access disruptions as the company struggles to restore affected Microsoft 365 services. Microsoft said its earlier changes to improve service availability were "not taking as expected". The company is now exploring alternative ways to increase infrastructure capacity amid persistent traffic management issues. Here's what's working, what's not and when Outlook services are expected to resume.
Microsoft Outlook down today? Downdetector reports surge as North and South American users face email access problems
Microsoft Outlook users are facing widespread email disruptions, with Downdetector recording over 130,000 reports. Microsoft is investigating Exchange Online connectivity issues affecting inbox access, logins and email delivery. The outage has also triggered complaints about Microsoft 365 services, including Teams, leaving users awaiting a full restoration.
Elon Musk has a class 12 competitor from India: Hyderabad student makes satellite receiver that works without internet
A Class 12 student from Hyderabad has developed SummitSathi, a satellite-based receiver that downloads cloud images without internet or mobile connectivity. Three units, costing around Rs 68,000 each, are planned for deployment across 10 villages in Himachal Pradesh's Seraj Valley to provide an additional source of weather-related information during network disruptions.
AI can bring productivity gains with job risks; impact on India not yet clearly visible: Moody's
Artificial intelligence is expected to improve productivity in IT services and BPO sectors in emerging markets. Moody's predicts GDP growth for India will rise to 7% in 2027. The lack of digital infrastructure and skills could limit how emerging markets benefit from AI.
Piyush Goyal pitches India as safe investment haven amid global turmoil, highlights $85 trillion market access
Union Minister Piyush Goyal highlighted India's commitment to global investors through stable policies and fair laws. He emphasized that India has signed trade agreements benefitting nearly $70 trillion of global GDP, expanding market access for its goods and services. Goyal assured investors about intellectual property protection, underlining that technology is not appropriated. He noted India's reliability demonstrated during the COVID-19 pandemic by supplying essential goods to over 100 countries.
ET AI Awards 2027 are here: Discover if your AI innovation is ready for the spotlight of a national stage!
Celebrating the future of technology, the ET AI Awards 2027 acknowledges key innovations and leadership in AI from various industries in India. With an impressive array of over 40 categories, these awards emphasize the importance of AI developments by startups, SMEs, and large enterprises, offering a valuable stage for recognizing their contributions to the AI ecosystem.
80% of demand for tokenised assets come from emerging markets, says Binance’s SB Seker
Tokenised assets are finding their strongest foothold in emerging markets, where high entry costs and limited access have long kept global investment products out of reach for ordinary investors. About 80% of demand for tokenised US equities and other instruments comes from emerging markets, according to SB Seker, head of Asia Pacific at Binance.
HCA Global pre-leases 6.44 lakh sq ft in Mindspace Hyderabad; rental outgo Rs 945 crore
HCA Healthcare’s Indian subsidiary, HCA Global Services, has pre-leased 6.44 lakh sq ft of office space at Mindspace in Hyderabad for 10 years, with a total rental outgo of around Rs 945 crore. The lease, covering seven floors in Building No. 8, will begin on September 1, 2027, at a monthly rent of Rs 7.09 crore, with an annual escalation of 4.5%.
Noida to Greater Noida West Metro gets Rs 2,390 crore boost: 8.5-km Aqua Line extension to have five new stations; check route, interchange & completion timeline
Noida to Greater Noida West Metro: Ashwini Vaishnaw on Wednesday announced the Cabinet's approval for the Rs 2,390-crore Noida Metro Aqua Line extension from Sector 51 to Greater Noida Sector 4. The 8.5-km elevated corridor will have five new stations and is expected to be completed within four years. The project aims to improve connectivity across Noida and Greater Noida West and ease traffic congestion.
India’s product landscape is changing: Which products are setting the benchmark across technology, finance, and consumer markets?
The ET Product of the Year Awards 2026 showcase India's rapidly growing product ecosystem by honoring groundbreaking innovations across diverse sectors such as enterprise technology, financial services, and consumer markets. These awards place emphasis on products that have made a significant market impact, gained customer adoption, and demonstrated exceptional innovation, motivating companies to present their tangible successes and contributions to the industry.
PSBs integrate ESG parameters into companies' credit risk assessment
Public sector banks are incorporating environment, social, and governance parameters into their credit risk assessment processes. Seven banks, including the State Bank of India, lead this initiative to enhance credit appraisal. They are developing climate risk frameworks for credit workflows and adopting standardized emission calculation methodologies. The EASE 9.0 Reform Agenda monitors these developments to modernize state-run lenders.
Karnataka, Uber discuss passenger safety, regulatory issues and urban transport
Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge recently met with the Uber India Public Policy team to discuss urban mobility. The discussions emphasized passenger safety, regulatory issues, and improvements in urban commuting services. Kharge mentioned that further engagement with ride-hailing platforms will enhance public transportation. Additionally, initiatives like the Bengaluru Urban Mobility Mission are underway to address traffic management and safety.
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