‘So close so many times…’: Trump admin official on India-US trade deal; points to ‘complicated situation’ due to India’s Russia ties

‘So close so many times…’: Trump admin official on India-US trade deal; points to ‘complicated situation’ due to India’s Russia ties

US President Donald Trump has imposed 50% tariffs on India’s exports to the US. (AI image) India and the US may soon agree on a trade deal, a senior Donald Trump administration official has said. However, Kevin Hassett who is the National Economic Council Director under the Trump administration has noted that the situation is…

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Aviation upgrade: Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu says ATC systems under review; Delhi glitch probe to guide tech overhaul

Aviation upgrade: Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu says ATC systems under review; Delhi glitch probe to guide tech overhaul

Authorities are examining ways to strengthen air traffic control (ATC) systems after the technical snag at Delhi airport earlier this month disrupted operations and delayed more than 800 flights. Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu said the incident has prompted a wider review of processes and technology at India’s busiest airport.Speaking on the sidelines of…

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Treat wars! Reliance set to disrupt pet food market with ‘Waggies’; aggressive pricing likely to shake up competitors

Treat wars! Reliance set to disrupt pet food market with ‘Waggies’; aggressive pricing likely to shake up competitors

Reliance Consumer Products (RCPL) is preparing to enter India’s fast-growing pet foods market with an aggressive pricing strategy that undercuts major brands by 20–50%, according to people directly aware of the development. The company has informed distributors that its new brand, Waggies, will follow the same value-led playbook it used during its Campa Cola launch,…

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ITR rule update: Govt to notify new IT forms by January 2026; refunds face checks – why CBDT expects a December bounce

ITR rule update: Govt to notify new IT forms by January 2026; refunds face checks – why CBDT expects a December bounce

CBDT Chairman Ravi Agrawal has said that the government will notify the new income tax return forms and rules under the simplified Income Tax Act, 2025, by January 2026, giving taxpayers sufficient preparation time before the law comes into effect on April 1,. Speaking at the inauguration of a taxpayers’ lounge at the India International…

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India-US trade deal: Goyal signals ‘good news’ soon once ‘fair’ pact reached; farmers, fishermen and small industry in focus

India-US trade deal: Goyal signals ‘good news’ soon once ‘fair’ pact reached; farmers, fishermen and small industry in focus

Commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday signalled that the proposed India–US trade pact might soon reach a conclusion, once a balanced pact is finalised. The minister said, “When the deal will become fair, equitable and balanced, you will hear good news.”Speaking at the Indo-US Economic Summit organised by the Indo-American chamber of commerce,…

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Busting myths! H-1B visa holders are not ‘cheap labour’ – why foreign workers are important for US

Busting myths! H-1B visa holders are not ‘cheap labour’ – why foreign workers are important for US

H-1B visas are important: they are the route to getting highly skilled foreign nationals to work in the US. (AI image) H-1B visas, on which the Donald Trump administration is imposing increasing restrictions, are actually beneficial for the US economy and unlike some people who claim that they constitute ‘cheap labour’, evidence seems to suggest…

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IPO Mania: India’s favourite lottery – Everyone wants the jackpot; few realise the house always wins

IPO Mania: India’s favourite lottery – Everyone wants the jackpot; few realise the house always wins

Are investors lining up out of long-term interest? Not at all. The game is played for listing gains. (AI image) By Ashish MenonApplying for IPOs has quietly become a national pastime. Every few weeks, millions of investors line up online, hoping for that one lucky allotment. The attraction isn’t ownership, growth, or dividends. It’s the…

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Gold price prediction: Will gold prices continue to fall? Here’s the outlook for coming days

Gold price prediction: Will gold prices continue to fall? Here’s the outlook for coming days

Gold price prediction: Gold prices are expected to trade within a range as investors await global cues and US economic data. Buying on dips is advised, with support levels at $4050/$4000/$3936 and resistance at $4160/$4200/$4260. Silver also presents a dip-buying opportunity, with support at $50/$49.30/$47.50 and resistance at $52.30/$55. 👉 Visit the Official SleepLean Website…

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India GDP outlook: SBI forecasts Q2 growth to hit 7.5% — here are the factors driving momentum

India GDP outlook: SBI forecasts Q2 growth to hit 7.5% — here are the factors driving momentum

India’s economy is likely to have expanded by around 7.5 per cent in the second quarter of FY26, supported by stronger investment activity, improving rural demand and the effects of GST rationalisation, according to a research report by the State Bank of India (SBI). As per news agency ANI, the report said growth continues to…

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Manufacturing boost: FTAs, incentives lift electronics sector; industry eyes 0 billion target by 2030

Manufacturing boost: FTAs, incentives lift electronics sector; industry eyes $500 billion target by 2030

India is rapidly expanding its global electronics footprint on the back of new free trade agreements, targeted policy reforms and growing investor confidence, industry leaders said. Companies say the shift toward manufacturing-centric policies is reshaping India’s export potential and positioning the country for deeper integration into global value chains.As quoted by news agency ANI, Shiva…

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