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US job openings drop to 6.5 million, lowest since 2020, signalling continued labour market weakness

US job vacancies declined to their lowest level in more than five years in December, underscoring persistent softness in the labour market despite strong economic growth, according to AP.Data released by the US Labor Department showed job openings fell to 6.5 million in December from 6.9 million in November, marking the lowest level since September…

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High frequency indicators point to continued buoyancy: RBI report

MUMBAI: RBI has said that the first advance estimates of real GDP growth for 2025-26 reflected the resilience of the Indian economy, driven by domestic factors amid a challenging external environment, adding that high-frequency indicators for Dec pointed to continued buoyancy in growth impulses with demand conditions remaining upbeat. In its State of the Economy…

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‘Ensuring continued connectivity’: Elon Musk’s Starlink to provide free internet services in Venezuela – key details

As Venezuela is going through a period of intense political uncertainty, billionaire Elon Musk has publicly voiced support for the country’s citizens, with SpaceX-owned Starlink rolling out free internet access.The tech mogul on Sunday posted, “In support of the people of Venezuela,” while reposting to Starlink’s announcement that it would temporarily offer free broadband services…

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‘Reforms driving productivity’: FM Sitharaman highlights 8.2% GDP rise; says high-frequency indicators show continued momentum

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday said the July–September GDP growth of 8.2 per cent reflects the strength of the Indian economy and underscores the impact of reforms and fiscal consolidation.In a post on X, Sitharaman said, “Various high-frequency indicators also point to continued economic momentum and broad-based consumption growth.”Official data released earlier in the…

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Gold outlook: Yellow metal retains shine as global uncertainty fuels record demand; HSBC sees continued strength ahead

Gold is set to remain firmly supported in the months ahead, with HSBC describing the metal as a reliable shield against global volatility. In its Think Future 2026 outlook, the bank said gold continues to benefit from powerful demand both from central banks and retail investors amid persistent economic and geopolitical uncertainty.As per news agency…

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‘Continued accusations about me distract Majesty’: Prince Andrew gives up his royal titles and honours

Britain’s Prince Andrew announced on Friday that he will give up the use of his title of Duke of York amidst ongoing criticism regarding his behaviour and associations with the late US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Andrew, the younger brother of King Charles and second son of the late Queen Elizabeth, has seen his reputation…

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$100k fees for H-1B visa: India assures continued talks with US; focus on ‘skilled talent mobility and exchange’

India continues its engagement with the Trump administration and relevant stakeholders regarding Washington’s proposed rules to increase H-1B visa application fees to $100,000.In its Friday briefing, the MEA emphasised that skilled workforce mobility has significantly benefited both nations’ innovation, economic progress and wealth generation. “We have seen the notice by the US Department of Homeland…

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TikTok deal close? Why US wants China to divest- All about framework deal reached for continued social media app operations

TikTok users in the United States could be spared a potential closure following the Trump administration’s announcement of a framework agreement with China over the ownership of the popular social video platform.Trump, Xi to discuss final agreement US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Monday in Madrid that President Donald Trump and Chinese Premier Xi…

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India-EU FTA: ‘Looking forward to our continued dialogue’ says Goyal; 13th round of talks held in Delhi

India and the European Union (EU) have reiterated their commitment to finalise the long-discussed Free Trade Agreement (FTA), highlighting that a fair and balanced pact would deliver major benefits for people and businesses on both sides.Commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal hosted European trade commissioner Maros Sefcovic and agriculture and food commissioner Christophe Hansen in…

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