Explained: How China gained rare earths dominance — and what it means for the US
China’s decades-long dominance in rare earth elements, crucial for defense and technology, stems from extensive investment across the entire supply chain. Recent export curbs have ...
Budget leak shock: UK’s Treasury chief Reeves unveils tax plan in Parliament; Labour braces for political fallout
Britain’s Treasury chief Rachel Reeves delivered a tax-raising budget following a major leak from the Office for Budget Responsibility. The proposals include freezing tax thresholds, ...
Inflation? Why Thanksgiving is cheaper this year (and what that says about the economy)
Let’s begin with the headline. The average cost of the classic Thanksgiving dinner for ten has dipped a few percentage points. The centrepiece of this ...
No finance degree needed: Sebi widens eligibility for advisers and analysts; all you need to know
Sebi has broadened eligibility for investment advisers and research analysts, now permitting graduates from any discipline to register, provided they meet certification requirements. This move ...
Cabinet clears two major rail multitracking projects in Maharashtra & Gujarat – details
The Indian government has approved two major railway projects totaling Rs 2,781 crore, adding 224 km of track in Maharashtra and Gujarat. These initiatives aim ...
Aadhaar cleanup: UIDAI disables 2 crore deceased persons’ IDs; MeitY urges families to report deaths
India’s UIDAI has deactivated over 2 crore Aadhaar numbers of deceased individuals, a significant step in cleaning its database. This initiative, drawing data from various ...
Uttan–Virar Sea Link Phase I approved: 55km corridor to boost connectivity in Mumbai
Mumbai is set for a massive transport upgrade with the approval of the Uttan–Virar Sea Link, Phase I. This 24.35-km bridge, India’s longest, will anchor ...
Emerging states power growth phase, but cash transfers could stall them: HSBC
Beyond the Usual Suspects: How Emerging States are Rewriting India’s Growth Story For years, India’s economic narrative has centered around a handful of powerhouse states. ...
Gold price today: Yellow metal rises; check 24K, 22K city-wise rates
Gold and silver prices surged on Wednesday, driven by weak US economic data that bolstered expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut next month. ...
Luxury housing rules the roost in price appreciation & demand in top 7 Indian cities
Luxury housing in India’s top seven cities has seen a significant 40% price appreciation since 2022, far outpacing the 26% rise in affordable housing. This ...
