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India needs stable agri-export policy to achieve $100 billion goal: Economic Survey
However, agricultural exports have stagnated between fiscal 2022-23 and 2024-25, even as global agricultural trade rose to $2.4 trillion in 2024 from $2.3 trillion in 2022
iQOO 15 Ultra Visits Geekbench With Impressive Performance Benchmark Scores
iQOO 15 Ultra has appeared on Geekbench, revealing some of its key specifications. The phone is set to launch on February 4 and will be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. The listing shows it running Android 16 with 16GB of RAM. It could come with a 6.85-inch display and a triple rear camera unit comprising three 50-megapixel sensors. It is said to feature a 7,400mAh battery with 100W wireless charging support
What changes when Gemini moves inside Chrome
Google recently announced the integration of its Gemini AI assistant within the Chrome browser. But what changes exactly will this development bring along? Read on to learn more. The post What changes when Gemini moves inside Chrome appeared first on MEDIANAMA.
Rupee settles near all-time low at 91.96 against U.S. dollar
At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 91.95 and touched an early high of 91.82, but pared gains to touch an intra-day low of 92 against the greenback
Bottom 10% see sharpest rise in consumption, fall in poverty: Economic Survey
The Survey highlighted positive outcomes from subsidies, pensions, direct benefit transfers and public spending on education and healthcare, which have lifted the vulnerable out of deprivation
Sarvam Maya OTT Release Date: When and Where to Watch This Malayalam Fantasy Drama Film Online?
Sarvam Maya is a Nivin Pauly-starrer Malayalam film that is soon landing on the digital screens. Streaming begins from Jan 30, 2026, on JioHotstar.
Kerala Tourism and The Hindu Group to host ‘Kerala for All’ conclave on inclusive and accessible tourism
A two-day knowledge conclave on inclusive and accessible tourism will be held on January 31 and February 1 in Kochi; the conclave will be inaugurated by Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan
iQOO 15R Dark Knight Colour Option Confirmed: Expected Specifications, Features
iQOO 15R will be available for purchase in India in at least a Dark Knight colour option, the Vivo sub-brand announced on Thursday. The company also revealed the design of the handset, showing the handset with a plain rear panel. On the other hand, the blue colourway is teased to feature a chequered pattern on the back panel. The upcoming iQOO 15R is confirmed to be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset. It will feature a dual rear camera unit, housed inside a square-shaped module.
Need to retain students beyond Class 8: Economic Survey; supports open schooling
This disparity in urban areas having a higher share of secondary schools limits rural students' access to higher-level classes, resulting in "transition losses, increased travel time, and higher dropout rates", the Survey said
Vedanta Q3 Results: Profit surges 61% YoY to Rs 5,710 crore
Vedanta reported a significant 61% year-on-year profit jump to Rs 5,710 crore in the third quarter. The company achieved its highest-ever quarterly EBITDA of Rs 15,171 crore, with a strong operational performance across most businesses, particularly in aluminium production.
Vivo X200T Review: Flagship Power Without the Pro Price Tag
The Vivo X200T price in India is set at Rs. 59,999 for the base variant with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of onboard storage. It is positioned squarely against other premium sub-flagships that often either prioritise raw performance or photography prowess, but not both. Fortunately, the Vivo X200T is an easy recommendation if a premium smartphone that excels in daily use is what you're after.
Swiggy Q3 Results: Cons loss widens YoY to Rs 1,065 crore, but revenue jumps 54%
Food delivery giant Swiggy's consolidated net loss widened to Rs 1,065 crore in Q3FY26, an increase from the previous year's Rs 799 crore. Despite the higher loss, the company saw significant revenue growth, with operations generating Rs 6,148 crore, a 54% year-on-year increase.
World will soon run short of copper amid rising AI data centres, power demand: Economic Survey
Economic Survey 2025-26 warns rising AI data centres and green energy will strain copper supplies, amid mine outages, trade barriers and volatile prices. Surging demand could keep copper elevated, reshaping metals markets, inflation trends, and India’s resilience through coming years.
Market Wrap: Sensex adds 222 points, Nifty above 25,400 as D-St recovers from early dip
Indian markets reversed early losses to end higher on Thursday, with the Sensex and Nifty rebounding after a sharp morning selloff. Gains were supported by an upbeat economic survey and firm global cues, even as elevated crude, record gold prices and U.S.–Iran tensions kept investors cautious ahead of the Union Budget.
Gold, silver prices to remain elevated amid global uncertainties: Economic Survey
The survey highlighted that both gold and silver touched lifetime highs during 2025, reflecting heightened global uncertainty and strong safe-haven demand
Gold price rise hits jewellery demand in India, volumes fell 24% in 2025: World Gold Council
India’s gold jewellery demand by volume fell sharply in 2025 as record prices curbed buying, with consumption dropping 24% year-on-year to 430.5 tonnes, according to the World Gold Council. However, higher prices pushed the value of India’s jewellery demand to a record $49 billion.
Economic Survey 2025-26: High, rising mobility costs evident; RRTS expansion offers hope
Cities need to prioritise the movement of people, not vehicles, notes Economic Survey 2025-2026
FPIs flow remained volatile in FY26 on global uncertainty, capital shift towards AI-hubs: Economic Survey
As a result, there was a BOP deficit of $6.4 billion in H1 FY26 compared to a surplus of $23.8 billion in H1 FY25, which was funded by a decline in forex reserves
Microsoft Reports Declining Gaming Revenue, Xbox Hardware Sales
Microsoft reported that its Gaming revenue fell 9 percent, while Xbox content and services revenue decreased 5 percent in the second quarter of FY 2026. Xbox hardware revenue fell 32 percent year-on-year, Microsoft said.
WhatsApp Reportedly Working on Subscription Plan That Offers Exclusive Features, Customisation Options
WhatsApp is reportedly developing a new optional subscription that will unlock exclusive personalisation and productivity features, according to WABetaInfo. Spotted in the WhatsApp beta for Android version 2.26.4.8, the plan is not yet available to testers and may launch via a waitlist system. Expected features include premium stickers, themes, extra pinned chats, custom ringtones, and app icon options. The subscription will remain optional, keep core messaging free, and not affect user privacy. Pricing and launch details remain unconfirmed.
China reportedly drops rules that sparked property crisis, developer shares surge
Chinese property developers are no longer required to report monthly data related to the country's "three red lines" policy, local media said on Thursday, an apparent end to rules which triggered a major debt crisis that continues to this day.
Brent oil price tops $70 on Trump's Iran threats
Brent crude oil topped $70 per barrel Thursday for the first time since September as US President Donald Trump ramped up geopolitical tensions by threatening military strikes on Iran. In London morning deals, international benchmark oil contract Brent North Sea crude jumped 2.4 percent to $70.06 per barrel.