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Tata Trusts restructuring proposal could lead to merger of its two iPhone making units
Tata Trusts is hopeful that the merger will keep Tata Sons outside the purview of RBI’s regulatory framework for NBFC-UL
India’s economy grows 7.8% in Q1 as exports strengthen: RBI
India’s economy grew 7.8 per cent year on year (YoY) in the first quarter (Q1) of 2026-27, supported by domestic consumption and investment, while high-frequency indicators remained resilient through August…
India GDP growth seen at 7.5% in 2026, to moderate to 7.1% in 2027
India is projected to remain among the fastest-growing major economies, with growth expected to ease to 6.8% in 2028 as inflation rises and monetary conditions tighten
RBI’s Rate Pause Hits A Wall, Is Another Interest Rate Hike Now Inevitable?
RBI's rate pause faces pressure as Brent tops USD 100, inflation rises and global yields climb, while India's USD 800 billion forex reserves provide a crucial near-term policy cushion.
Launch capacity is biggest gap in India’s space ecosystem, says Astrobase CEO
India’s space economy is projected to reach $40–45 billion over the next decade, with private investment and the number of space startups rising sharply
India’s GDP to reach USD 38 trillion in 20 years, says Ajit Doval
NSA Ajit Doval said India’s GDP would rise from USD 4.015 trillion to USD 38 trillion in the next 20 years while addressing IIT Roorkee’s convocation. He urged students to be courageous, decisive and develop their own doctrine to become leaders Roorkee: National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval said on Saturday that India’s GDP would …
GRAPHIC-Battered bond market braces for a new era of interest rates
The worlds biggest sovereign bond markets are heading for their worst month in years as soaring energy costs fan inflation and the AI boom lifts economic growth leaving investors positioning for an era where interest rates stay higher for longer
RBA raises interest rates by 25 bps; sees more hikes as inflationary risks mount
RBA raises interest rates by 25 bps; sees more hikes as inflationary risks mount
Large 24-Week Trial Finds Standardised Ashwagandha Root Extract Well Tolerated Without Liver or Kidney Injury
A large multicentre clinical trial involving 1,200 adults has found that a standardised Ashwagandha root The post Large 24-Week Trial Finds Standardised Ashwagandha Root Extract Well Tolerated Without Liver or Kidney Injury appeared first on Dharmakshethra - India Unabridged | Defence, Diplomacy, Economy, Health, Ayurveda, Heritage .
Anthropic's IPO prospectus shows sweeping AI vision, surging costs: Reuters
Anthropic is making a massive bet that AI will transform the global economy more profoundly than industrialization, electricity and the internet, according to its IPO prospectus seen by Reuters. But the cost to get there will be staggering. Anthropic reported a net loss of $42 billion in 2025, and…
New Zealand Sees Narrower Budget Deficits as Election Looms
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What Trump's rollback of fuel economy standards means for drivers
The Trump administration is rolling back federal fuel economy standards for new vehicles. The move reverses policies meant to increase fuel efficiency to encourage greater use of electric vehicles. The boost for gasoline-powered vehicles comes as the war in Iran continues to drive up oil prices. Amna Nawaz discussed the changes with David Shepardson of Reuters.
As federal budget nears, Canada’s health ministers to meet to talk funding
Provinces and territories have raised concerns about the federal budget, which forecasts an end to some targeted health care funding after March 2027.
US waives tariffs on certain speciality drugs from 20 countries, including India
The notice said qualifying products from these jurisdictions could receive a zero per cent tariff because they have a current or forthcoming trade and security framework agreement with the US.
US exempts India and 19 nations from 100% tariff on certain speciality drugs: Report
The United States has announced it will exempt certain speciality drugs and ingredients imported from India and 19 other countries from tariffs. This decision follows US President Donald Trump's proclamation imposing a 100% tariff on specified patented pharmaceuticals. Drugs intended for rare diseases and infertility, along with their components, will qualify for the zero-tariff treatment. The exemption applies to 20 other jurisdictions that have trade agreements with the US.
Best thing we can offer young people is a job, not benefits, says chancellor
John Healey's speech comes ahead of next month's Budget, as he faces pressure to bring down government borrowing costs.
Tata Trusts proposes merger of electronics subsidiaries TESS, TCE into Tata Sons to shed CIC tag, avoid listing
The proposed restructuring would turn Tata Sons into an operating company alongside its role as the group’s holding company. The plan requires approval from the Tata Sons board and a prior no-objection certificate from the RBI.
U.S., China to lower tariffs on $60 billion of goods. Here's what qualifies
The lists included U.S. imports of toys, sports equipment and Christmas decorations, while U.S. farm products appeared on the list of Chinese imports.
Will RBI announce steep rate hikes? Nomura sees up to 50 bps increase by Dec, dismisses 125 bps hike fears
Nomura expects the RBI to pursue a limited tightening cycle, with a possible 50 bps rate hike by December, as food and energy pressures rise but underlying inflation remains contained.
China to cut tariffs on US farm goods, but list excludes soybeans
China is set to cut tariffs on a broad range of US agricultural goods, from corn and wheat to meat and dairy, but top import item soybeans were excluded from a tariff-reduction list jointly issued by China's commerce ministry and the White House.
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