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New labour codes: Paradigm shift in India’s employment regulation – but key is implementation

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India’s labour laws have undergone a major overhaul, consolidating 29 laws into four codes effective November 21, 2025. This reform aims to boost workplace safety, ...

Trump tariffs hit India’s manufacturing sector! PMI falls to 9-month low in November; but how big is the loss?

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US tariffs have slowed India’s manufacturing growth to a nine-month low, impacting sales and production. While exports to other regions remain strong, new export orders ...

Gold price today: Yellow metal rises; check 24K, 22K city-wise rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Pune and more

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Gold and silver futures opened strongly on Monday, buoyed by a weakening dollar, anticipated US Federal Reserve rate cuts, and a depreciating rupee. Silver futures ...

SBI shares up 25% in 2025: Analysts see strong credit cycle ahead; will the stock continue to rally next year?

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State Bank of India is experiencing a strong year, with shares up nearly 25% in 2025, outperforming private peers. This growth is fueled by a ...

Bank holiday today: Are banks closed on December 1? — check full state-wise list

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Banks in Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh were closed on Monday for State Inauguration Day and Indigenous Faith Day, respectively. These state-specific holidays mark significant cultural ...

Asian stocks today: Steady start on US rate-cut optimism; Nikkei falls 1.3%, Hang Seng up 1%

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Asian markets opened steady as optimism for a US interest rate cut boosted risk appetite heading into December 2025. The Japanese yen strengthened on expectations ...

‘Economy not heating, room for rate cut’

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India’s Q2 GDP surged to an eight-quarter high of 8.2%, driven by lower prices rather than increased volume. Despite this strong growth, economists believe rate ...

FM to move bill today for new cess on tobacco, pan masala

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The government plans to introduce a new cess on tobacco and pan masala products. This move aims to prevent price drops after the GST compensation ...

Important days in December 2025: National and international dates to note for holidays, observances – check details

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December marks a vibrant end to the year in India with national commemorations like Vijay Diwas and Kisan Diwas, alongside widespread Christmas celebrations. Regional festivals ...

Stock market holidays in December: When will NSE, BSE remain closed? Check details

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Indian stock markets will observe a holiday on Thursday, December 25, for Christmas, with trading resuming on Friday, December 26. This marks the only major ...