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Germany's Merz heads to India to bolster trade, security ties

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is in India to boost economic and security ties. This visit comes ahead of a planned EU-India free trade agreement. Discussions will cover trade, defense deals, and skilled labor recruitment. India seeks broader partnerships to reduce dependence on other nations. German companies see significant opportunities in India's growing market.

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India-German ties: Why they could take a quantum leap after Chancellor Merz’s visit

Chancellor Merz’s visit should also be seen in a broader European context. As talks on an India–EU Free Trade Agreement gather momentum, Germany’s leadership within Europe can play a catalytic role in bridging differences and shaping a commercially meaningful pact that reflects contemporary supply-chain realities, notes FICCI Director General Jyoti Vij.

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After months of setbacks, Apple’s AI Siri may launch soon: Report

Apple’s long-delayed AI-powered Siri could finally near the launch. Featuring personal context, on-screen awareness and app actions, the revamped assistant could debut with iOS 26.4 as early as March or April, according to recent reports.

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Union Budget 2026: Govt should refrain from hiking income tax surcharge on super-rich, experts say

India Budget 2026: Tax experts advise the government against increasing income tax surcharges on the super-rich or reintroducing wealth tax in the upcoming budget. Such measures could prompt high-income earners to relocate to low-tax jurisdictions, potentially impacting job creation and investment. Experts suggest focusing on administrative efficiency and existing tax enforcement.