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MUMBAI: Global private equity (PE) investors want to bet big on India and are scouting for investments, but President Trump’s tariffs and broader geopolitical risks are slowing down the pace of deal closures—PEs invested $35.5 billion in the country during Jan-Nov 2025, about 16% lower compared to the year-ago period, data sourced from EY showed….
North India schools closed as cold wave and fog intensify As the year 2025 comes to an end, a strong cold wave has spread across many parts of North India, according to media reports. Falling temperatures, dense fog, and snowfall have begun to affect normal life, especially for school-going children. In response, several state governments…
Despite a difficult funding climate, this year emerged as a comparatively stable year for India’s startup ecosystem, with shutdowns falling sharply from last year’s highs. Around 730 startups ended operations in 2025, a major decline from the 3,903 closures recorded in 2024. According to the department for the promotion of industry and internal trade (DPIIT),…
How the Indian education system is responding to high AQI and cold waves As winter sets in, schools across parts of north India are once again being forced to adapt — not because of exams or holidays, but due to hazardous air quality, dense fog and cold-wave conditions. Over the past few weeks, state governments…
Leading bourse NSE has published its official trading holiday calendar for 2026, offering traders and investors an early roadmap for days when equity and derivatives markets will remain shut. The circular, as reported ET, issued under exchange bye-laws and F&O regulations, lists 15 full trading holidays—one more than in 2025—and also details festivals falling on…
Nooruddin Azizi (File photo) Afghanistan’s Taliban government on Wednesday said that it is seeking alternative trade routes through Central Asia as border closures with Pakistan continue to cripple commerce and worsen economic losses.Acting commerce minister Nooruddin Azizi said that the country is losing nearly $200 million every month due to the shutdown of key crossings…
Gandhi Jayanti and Dussehra holidays 2025 Schools across India will observe holidays in the first week of October 2025. October 2 is a national holiday for Gandhi Jayanti, observed across the country. Schools, however, plan additional closures around local festivals like Dussehra, Durga Puja, and regional events, resulting in staggered holiday schedules.Holiday dates vary widely…
