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Blinkit launches RuPay powered NCMC Bharat Yatra Card
Blinkit’s NCMC Bharat Yatra Card supports instant UPI top ups and eliminates the need for city specific transport cards
'Turmoil in global environment': PM Modi's 'double engine' pitch after India-EU 'historic' FTA
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a historic free trade agreement between India and the European Union, emphasizing a "double engine" growth approach amid global turmoil. This "biggest free trade agreement" aims to provide stability and common prosperity, unlocking new opportunities for India's labor-intensive products and service sectors.
India-EU FTA: Which liquor brands could get cheaper with the ‘mother of all deals’
India and the European Union have finalized a "historic" free trade agreement, significantly reducing import duties on European wines, whiskies, and beers. This pact, concluded after 18 years of negotiations, aims to lower retail prices for premium brands and boost trade between the two economic blocs. The deal also grants India preferential access for its labor-intensive exports.
Karnataka Sets Up Gig Workers’ Welfare Board, Platforms To Pay Social Security Fee
Amid the ongoing face-off between gig workers and consumer platforms, the Karnataka government has constituted a Gig Workers’ Welfare Board…
India–EU FTA won’t make Audi cars cheaper in India; most models already made locally
Despite the hype around the India–EU free trade agreement, Audi India says the deal will not translate into near-term price cuts for most of its cars, as local assembly dominates its sales mix and taxation beyond customs duties continues to shape luxury car pricing.
Hindalco unveils $2.3 billion aluminium smelter expansion plan
Hindalco Industries also commissioned a flat rolled products (FRP) and battery-grade aluminium foil manufacturing facility worth ₹45 billion
Making of Budget 2026: How plans and demands make it to FM Sitharaman's Bahikhata?
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is preparing to present the Budget 2026, a comprehensive financial blueprint for the nation. This intricate process, spanning months, involves extensive consultations with ministries, states, and diverse stakeholders. The budget outlines economic performance and future aspirations, guiding the country's fiscal path.
CG Power and Industrial Solution profit rises 19% to ₹284 crore in Q3
Total sales rose to ₹3,175 crore during the quarter from ₹2,516 crore in the year-ago period
Samsung Will Reportedly Produce 1 Million Galaxy Wide Fold Units to Compete With Apple's Foldable iPhone
Samsung is reportedly planning a major push into wider-screen foldables with the upcoming Galaxy Wide Fold. According to a new report, the South Korean tech giant is targeting an initial production run of around 1 million units, its largest for a special foldable model so far. The device is expected to launch alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Flip 8 in Q3. Leaks suggest a 7.6-inch 4:3 foldable display, a 5.4-inch cover screen, and a book-style design aimed at competing with Apple’s first foldable iPhone.
Budget 2026 banking expectations: Pension changes, insurance reforms, tax relief & more
Ahead of the Union Budget 2026, the State Bank of India has proposed tax reforms to boost household savings and ease compliance. Recommendations include aligning bank deposit interest tax with capital gains, reducing fixed deposit lock-in periods, and removing or raising TDS thresholds.
February reset: How to start again without feeling guilty
February is your chance to reset without guilt. Learn how to start again gently, rebuild habits, and move forward without self-criticism.
India-EU trade deal sealed: Why won't FTA be signed today? Check how long will it take to make agreement official
India and the European Union have concluded talks for a free trade agreement. This landmark deal promises expanded market access for Indian exports and lower tariffs for EU goods. The agreement will now undergo legal review and ratification. Formal signing is anticipated later this year, with implementation likely in early 2027.
Swiggy Integrates MCP To Enable AI-Driven Ordering Across Its Platforms
Becoming one of the first Indian consumer brands to launch model context protocol (MCP), Swiggy has introduced this AI integration…
From inherited skills to steady income, a welding shop in Shamli
In Titar village of Shamli district, a small welding shop has been part of the local landscape since the early 1990s. Today, it is run by Vishal Kumar
EU FTA impact: Auto stocks slump, but textile companies climb
Which Countries Trade the Most With Europe? The Top 5 And Where India Stands
For India, Europe is the second-largest trading partner. In 2024, total trade between the two stood at around $136 billion
Bank strike for 5-day work week hits operations
Shadowfax IPO: Eight Roads Mints 10.4X Return, Flipkart Nets INR 400 Cr
Logistics and delivery major Shadowfax is all set to list on the bourses tomorrow after its IPO was oversubscribed 2.7X.…
India-EU FTA removes import duty on textile, leather in relief from 50% US tariffs
The removal of import duty on Indian textile and leather goods increases scope of sourcing by EU garment and shoe makers.
