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Shutdown strain: US economy reels under layoffs and lost pay; food banks, small firms struggle to cope

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Washington’s economy faces severe distress due to the prolonged government shutdown, leading to mass layoffs and halted food assistance. The Capital Area Food Bank is ...

Investor alert: Sebi flags digital gold risks; should you trust unregulated platforms?

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Investors are cautioned by Sebi against digital gold products, which operate outside regulatory oversight and pose significant risks. These unregulated offerings lack investor protection mechanisms ...

Trade ties: India, Australia review CECA talks; reaffirm push for early deal to boost economic partnership

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India and Australia are committed to expediting the conclusion of the second phase of their Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA). Commerce ministers reviewed negotiation progress, ...

Gold market trends: Prices drop for third week as dollar stays firm; Fed tone and China move weigh on sentiment

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Gold prices have dipped for the third consecutive week, influenced by a robust US dollar and cautious Federal Reserve statements. This has dampened investor interest ...

The Scent of Purpose: Blossom Kochhar’s Journey from Kitchen Table to Factory Floor

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From Kitchen Counter to Cosmetic Empire: Blossom Kochhar’s Aroma Magic Story Imagine transforming a passion nurtured at your kitchen table into a nationally recognized brand. ...

Pharma takeover: Pfizer set to acquire Metsera in $10 bn deal; wins board backing after Novo Nordisk exits bidding war

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Pfizer has agreed to acquire Metsera for $10 billion, outbidding Novo Nordisk in a heated competition. Metsera’s board unanimously approved Pfizer’s improved offer, citing significant ...

Marine reform: Centre notifies new deep-sea fishing rules; bans foreign vessels, empowers cooperatives – what changes for Indian fishers?

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New rules for deep-sea fishing in India’s Exclusive Economic Zone are now in effect. These rules prioritize fishermen cooperatives and small-scale fishers. Foreign vessels are ...

India connect: Singapore, Canada startups eye expansion in India; global founders cite policy push and market depth

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Startups from Singapore and Canada are eyeing India’s massive market and burgeoning economy. Companies like NEU Battery Materials and Belli see significant potential for growth, ...

Data centre boom: India’s capacity to hit 8GW by 2030

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India’s data centre capacity is set to surge fivefold to 8GW by 2030, driven by rising data consumption, cloud adoption, and AI. This expansion, requiring ...

Rare earths push: Experts urge India to build global partnerships

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Experts at a Chennai conference urged India to boost rare-earth material development through wider collaboration with friendly nations like Japan, the US, and the UK. ...
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