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India strengthens position as investment destination; FDI rises by 44% to $39 billion in 2025

South Asia witnessed a sharp rise in FDI inflows, which climbed from $34 billion to $46 billion, largely driven by…

2 months ago

Wall Street sees mixed performance; Dow rises 0.3%, Nasdaq falls 0.8% as AI stocks slide

US stocks traded mixed on Tuesday as technology shares faced pressure. Declines in artificial intelligence and semiconductor stocks weighed on…

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India urges US to reconsider proposed 12.5% tariff over ‘forced labour’ probe under USTR’s Sec 301

India has asked the United States to withdraw proposed tariffs on its imports. The nation argues the US lacks adequate…

2 months ago

El Nino impact: India’s hydropower generation sees steepest drop since Feb 2024; piles pressure on grid

Data from the India Meteorological Department showed that cumulative rainfall across the country was 38% below normal until July 1,…

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India bets on critical minerals, rare earths and chips partnerships

India has launched the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) in January 2025 for a seven-year period from 2024-25 to 2030-31.…

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China weighs curbs on overseas access to their advanced AI models: Report

Chinese officials are discussing restricting overseas access to advanced artificial intelligence models. These talks involve major technology firms like Alibaba…

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The biggest hurdle in India’s chip race isn’t the plan—it’s execution

India's semiconductor strategy draws on proven Asian models for growth. Execution, not strategy, presents the nation's primary challenge now. Developing…

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Flights, hotels, visa in one go: 10 things to know about Saudi’s Package Visa

Saudi Arabia has introduced a new pilot Package Visa service for tourists. This digital initiative integrates flight and accommodation bookings…

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Back with a bang! Foreign investors bet on financials, record fortnightly inflows seen in second half of June

The renewed interest in financial stocks helped overseas investors emerge as net buyers of Indian equities worth more than Rs…

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Want a stake in Cochin Shipyard? Centre launches offer for sale at Rs 1,400 per share

The Centre is selling a 2.52% stake in Cochin Shipyard Limited through an Offer for Sale. Non-retail investors can bid…

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