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Gold, silver prices likely to extend gains next week as investors await US data

Gold and silver prices are poised for further gains next week. Investors await crucial US inflation and economic data releases. Geopolitical developments in West Asia will also influence market sentiment. Domestic gold and silver futures saw significant increases this past week. Global bullion prices mirrored this upward trend, supported by liquidity measures.

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‘Masters in our own home’: Canada PM Carney explains why trade talks with US were suspended

Canada has halted trade negotiations with the United States due to perceived inequities in demands, leading to the US imposing hefty tariffs on Canadian exports. In response, Canada has unveiled countermeasures to address these tariffs. Prime Minister Carney criticized the US for its unreasonable requests while providing insufficient concessions. This escalation raises alarms about the

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Amrit Bharat 3.0: AC coaches with Vande Bharat-style features for common man soon. Why it matters

Introduced in 2023, over 60-plus Amrit Bharat trains run across the Indian Railways network. The fares are around Rs 500 per 1,000 kilometres for sleeper class travel – the aim clearly being affordability.

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NBFCs stay on growth track as asset quality remains stable: Report

Non-banking financial companies anticipate steady growth ahead. Credit demand remains robust despite global geopolitical uncertainties. NBFC earnings showed strong growth in the first quarter of FY27. Vehicle financiers experienced accelerated asset under management growth. Gold financiers saw moderated growth and yield pressures.

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29 states vs Meta: How a landmark child safety trial could reshape Facebook, Insta

Twenty-nine US states are suing Meta, alleging exploitative product design targeting young users. The lawsuit claims Meta concealed internal research about potential harms to teenagers. States seek substantial financial penalties and court-ordered product redesigns for Facebook and Instagram. A former Meta engineer will testify as a key witness in the ongoing trial. This case could

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US-Canada trade standoff: 50% tariff kicks in as Ottawa vows ‘dollar-for-dollar’ response

Trade negotiations between the United States and Canada fell apart after a three-day face-off. Canada called a halt to discussions, criticizing the US for presenting proposals that were both unfair and detrimental. In a dramatic move, the US introduced hefty tariffs on Canadian goods, prompting Canada to respond with an equal retaliatory measure. This failure

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‘Unfair’: Canada suspends trade talks with US, PM Carney says will match tariffs ‘dollar for dollar’

In response to unfair trade terms imposed by the United States, Canada has decided to suspend its trade negotiations. With significant tariffs on Canadian imports set to take effect at midnight, Prime Minister Carney announced that Canada will retaliate with equivalent tariffs. Negotiators are being recalled to Ottawa, reflecting the uncertainty in discussions as Canada

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US Navy aircraft transits Taiwan Strait before planned Xi-Trump meeting

In a groundbreaking move, China has launched an extensive automotive recall, impacting 4.3 million vehicles across multiple manufacturers including Tesla. Safety regulators have raised alarms about the potential difficulty occupants may face in opening doors during emergency situations. Tesla is responsible for almost three million of these recalls, focusing on solutions such as software enhancements

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