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Six of top-10 firms lose over Rs 3 lakh crore in market cap; TCS, Infosys hit hard

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Top Indian firms saw over Rs 3 lakh crore wiped off their market value last week, with IT giants TCS and Infosys leading the decline. ...

2026–27 Rural Development Budget: VB-G RAM G gets 40% of funds; MGNREGS sees 66% cut

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A new rural employment scheme, VB-G RAM G, has secured the largest budget share, overshadowing MGNREGA with a significant allocation. While MGNREGA faces a sharp ...

Economic growth spreads beyond metros; northern, eastern districts gain momentum: Report

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India’s economic growth is expanding beyond major cities, with northern and eastern districts emerging as new activity hubs. While established metros like Ahmedabad and Bengaluru ...

Budget avoided populism, focused on productive capex to power ‘Reform Express’: PM Modi

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Prime Minister Modi highlighted the Union Budget’s focus on productive spending and record infrastructure outlays, steering clear of populism for sustainable growth. He emphasized plugging ...

Gold, Silver likely to consolidate amid Fed rate-cut uncertainty: Analysts

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Precious metal prices are set for continued volatility and consolidation as investors await crucial US economic data, including inflation and GDP figures. Market watchers are ...

India-UK trade agreement likely to come into force in April: Report

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India and the UK’s free trade agreement, signed last year, is slated for implementation by April 2026. This pact promises 99% duty-free access for Indian ...

Global cues, AI disruption fears to steer markets this week: Analysts

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Stock markets are poised for a volatile week, driven by US economic data, the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook, and growing AI disruption fears. Analysts anticipate ...

India-US trade deal to help secure crude at competitive prices: Piyush Goyal

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India and the US aim to boost bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030, with energy imports like crude oil and LNG forming a key ...