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Budget 2026: Jewellery sector seeks duty rationalisation, reforms and GST cuts

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India’s gems and jewellery industry is pushing for GST cuts, customs reforms, and policy changes in the Union Budget 2026-2027 to boost exports and competitiveness. ...

Investors’ expectations from Union Budget 2026

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The government should definitely make a uniform policy for accredited investors but with fewer norms. And before angel investors, the government should look at F&Os ...

US Fed set to keep rates steady as officials defend independence

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The US Federal Reserve is widely expected to keep interest rates unchanged when it meets in the coming week, holding firm despite President Donald Trump’s ...

Cuba looks to expand economic ties with India across biotech, renewables and tourism, envoy says

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Cuba seeks to bolster economic ties with India across various sectors including agro-industry, biotech, healthcare, IT, renewable energy, sports, and tourism. The nation, a pioneer ...

India’s maritime sector seen drawing Rs 80 lakh crore investment; Vizhinjam to emerge as global hub, says Sonowal

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India’s maritime sector is poised for a massive Rs 80 lakh crore investment, aiming to reclaim nautical supremacy and create over 1.5 crore jobs. Union ...

New national electricity policy proposes automatic, annual tariff increase

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A draft National Electricity Policy proposes automatic annual electricity bill hikes if state regulators miss tariff order deadlines. This move aims to prevent utility financial ...

Trump torches ties with Canada with 100 per cent tariff threat

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Can Donald Trump’s mortgage bond push lower home loan rates? New Fannie–Freddie limits reignite risk debate

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The Trump administration, through the FHFA, has significantly raised portfolio caps for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, allowing them to buy substantially more mortgage bonds. ...