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US-India trade pact by year-end? Top trade official shares update; adds caution

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India aims to finalize the initial phase of its Bilateral Trade Agreement with the US by year-end, with commerce secretary Rajesh Agarwal expressing optimism despite ...

Big booster shot! India’s real GDP grows at a robust 8.2% in Q2 FY26; 6-quarter high number beats expectations – top highlights

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India’s economy surged past expectations, posting an impressive 8.2% real GDP growth in the second quarter of FY 2025-26, the highest in six quarters. This ...

Ease rules for employers! New labour codes slash jail provisions to 22; promote more facilitative regulatory setup

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India’s new labour codes have drastically cut jail-bound offences to just six, down from 87, with 16 now compoundable. This reform aims to simplify compliance ...

Indian economy enters H2 of FY26: Finance ministry says GST reform lifts consumption; sees strong demand despite global risks

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Riding the Wave: How India’s Economy is Defying Global Headwinds India’s economic engine is humming along nicely, thank you very much. As we cruise into ...

Stock markets at lifetime highs: What should investors do? Six mistakes to avoid

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As markets rally, investors face six behavioural traps that can derail wealth. Overconfidence, panic selling after gains, FOMO-driven entries, succumbing to tips, ignoring diversification, and ...

India steps up FTA push: New Delhi actively negotiating trade pacts with US, EU, says Goyal; set to resume talks with Canada

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India is actively pursuing free trade agreements with key global players like the US and EU, alongside around 50 other nations and blocs. Commerce minister ...

Gold price today: Yellow metal shine; check 24K, 22K city-wise rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai & more

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Gold and silver prices surged in futures trade on Friday, buoyed by positive global sentiment and increased expectations of a US Federal Reserve rate cut ...

Chinese giant mulls India battery plant; Envision plans $34 million output amid soaring storage needs

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China’s Envision Group is considering a $34 million battery manufacturing plant in India, aiming to support the nation’s renewable energy integration. The proposed facility would ...

Top stocks to buy today: Stock recommendations for November 28, 2025 – check list

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Stock market recommendations: Indian markets surged for a third week, with Nifty hitting an all-time high driven by global optimism and hopes for rate cuts. ...

Asian stocks today: Markets struggle to build on week’s rally; Wall Street stays shut for Thanksgiving holiday

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Asian markets traded narrowly, concluding a strong week for global equities as expectations for a US Federal Reserve rate cut next month grew. While some ...