New Delhi, Aug 23 — The proposed US-India trade agreement is almost finalised in principle, with the two sides now working to settle the remaining legal and technical language, according to US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor.Speaking at a media event in the national capital, Gor said the broad…
Mumbai, Aug 23 — Indian benchmark indices are likely to remain volatile next week as investors track the first keynote address by US Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh, developments in the US-Iran conflict and negotiations, and movements in crude oil prices. Rising US bond yields, persistent…
New Delhi, Aug 23 — The next space exploration phase will deepen India’s role in human spaceflight, planetary exploration and advanced space technology as these efforts will support India’s ambition to become a leading global space power, according to the government.An official fact-sheet states…
Seoul, Aug 23 — South Korea's alcoholic beverage production plunged to below 3 million kiloliters (kl) for the first time in 27 years in 2025, data showed on Sunday, signalling a structural decline in the industry with more South Koreans turning to healthy lifestyles.Shipments of beer and soju have…
New Delhi, Aug 23 — India’s space economy has reached $9 billion and is projected to reach $40–45 billion over the next decade, driven by a robust startup ecosystem and policy reforms, according to latest government data.As India marked National Space Day on Sunday, the country’s space ecosystem…
New Delhi, Aug 23 — Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) are likely to sustain the buying trend amid India’s improving GDP growth and earnings growth perspective, according to analysts.Total FPI buying stood at Rs 23,543 crore this month (till August 22), of which, Rs 14,117 crore was through…
Seoul, Aug 23 — South Korea's major pharmaceutical companies spent around 100 billion won ($72.13 million) each in the first half for the research and development (R&D) of new drugs, data showed on Sunday, in an apparent bid to secure future growth engines.Yuhan Corp., famous for its…
Seoul, Aug 23 — The Bank of Korea (BOK) is expected to raise its growth outlook for the South Korean economy this year to over 3 percent, economic experts here said on Sunday, citing stronger-than-expected semiconductor exports and recovering domestic demand.According to a recent survey on six…
Kolkata, Aug 23 — The deadline for announcement of the new industrial policy for West Bengal has been extended by one month till the mid-September this year, state Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta, a journalist-turned-politician, said. According to Dasgupta on Saturday, although during the…
Ekta Nagar, Aug 22 — Rakhis made by local youth undergoing skill development training will be sold at several locations in the Statue of Unity area from Saturday, giving trainees a platform to showcase their skills while creating an avenue for employment and self-employment. Trainees of the Ekta…
New Delhi, Aug 22 — Indian Railways has strengthened its position as the world's second-largest cargo carrier due to an expansive rail network, dedicated freight corridors, policy support and growing emphasis on cost-efficient and sustainable logistics.A key factor behind the railways' freight…
New Delhi, Aug 22 — Gemini Edibles & Fats India Ltd -- maker of the Freedom Oils brand -- has flagged significant raw material, supply chain, regional concentration and regulatory risks in its draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) filed with market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India…
New Delhi, Aug 22 — The mandatory Aadhaar biometric update for children aged 5 to 17 years will remain free of cost until September 30, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has said, while urging parents and guardians to complete the process within the stipulated period.UIDAI has…
New Delhi, Aug 22 — Farm and construction equipment maker Escorts Kubota -- jointly controlled by Japan’s Kubota and India’s Escorts -- plans to significantly expand manufacturing capacity in the country as it targets higher exports to Europe, Africa and eventually North America, according to a…
New Delhi, Aug 22 — The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is reviewing the framework governing the monitoring and disclosure of the utilisation of funds raised through public issues with an aim to improve the timeliness of disclosures and simplify compliance requirements, Chairman Tuhin…
New Delhi, Aug 22 — The recently approved Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme (MPMS) will accelerate local value addition, reduce supply‑chain dependencies and boost backward integration, industry leaders said on Saturday.They noted that approvals under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme…
Jammu, Aug 22 — FICCI FLO hosted Vibrant Verve, a premier luxury lifestyle and entrepreneurship exhibition, in Jammu on Saturday, bringing together a curated collection of contemporary and traditional fashion, fine jewellery, art, gourmet delicacies, home decor, gifting solutions and wellness…
New Delhi, Aug 22 — Pakistan’s reported request for a $10-billion support facility from the US Exchange Stabilization Fund (ESF) has sparked debate over whether the move would provide durable economic relief or deepen the country’s dependence on external powers, according to a report.According to…
New Delhi, Aug 22 — Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh on Saturday announced the unanimous adoption of the 'Chennai Declaration', reaffirming BRICS commitment to build an effective, resilient and future-ready framework in science, technology and innovation.The ‘Chennai Consensus’, adopted under…
New York, Aug 22 — Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel held one-to-one meetings with senior representatives of JPMorgan, Tillman Global Holdings, Uber and Golub Capital in New York and visited IBM Research as part of his ongoing US visit, with discussions focusing on investment opportunities,…
New Delhi, Aug 22 — Gold prices surged nearly 5 per cent on a weekly basis, gaining support from a weaker US dollar and reduced expectations of an imminent Federal Reserve rate hike.On Friday, MCX gold futures (October) were flat while MCX silver futures for September advanced 1.28 per cent. The…