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India’s trade position risks losing ground in global markets without increased exports to China and reduced import duties on raw materials, warned the head of a government policy think tank on MondayNITI Aayog CEO BVR. Subrahmanyam emphasised that strengthening trade relations with China is crucial for enhancing India’s manufacturing exports, particularly as Asia emerges as…
On Saturday, actress Soha Ali Khan celebrated her 47th birthday surrounded by family, friends, and lots of cakes. The day was filled with laughter, love, and heartfelt moments. From sweet treats to warm wishes, Soha’s birthday was a reminder of the joy that comes from spending time with loved ones. Sharing glimpses of her celebrations…
French automaker Renault is planning to reduce about 3,000 jobs through a voluntary redundancy programme for staff in support function; Reuters reported on Saturday citing French newsletter L’Informe. The cost-cutting initiative, named “Arrow,” targets human resources, finance, marketing, and other support services, aiming to lower staff numbers by roughly 15% at its headquarters in Boulogne-Billancourt…
Iran foreign minister Abbas Araghchi (File photo) Iran announced on Sunday that its cooperation with the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog is no longer relevant after international sanctions were reimposed on the country. Foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said the Cairo Agreement, a deal signed in September with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), cannot continue under…
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has kept its policy interest rate unchanged at 5.5 per cent for the second consecutive meeting, while retaining flexibility for future reductions. This comes after the monetary policy committee (MPC) significantly lowered its inflation projections, according to a Crisil Intelligence analysis cited by PTI.The central bank, in its October…
It began like any other day. Employees in India woke up, logged into their computers, and prepared for a routine workday. By 11 AM, they were expecting ordinary meetings and tasks. Instead, they faced an abrupt, life-altering announcement that would leave many reeling.An Indian employee working for a United States-based company recently shared a post…
NEW DELHI: On the back of a fillip provided by a reduction in GST on 375 items, Indian consumers flocked to stores and car dealerships resulting in the highest Navratri sales in over a decade, govt officials said, citing industry data.They argued that the move lowered prices, helping families upgrade vehicles, buy white goods and…
Google has laid off more than 100 employees in its Cloud division this week, primarily affecting workers in design and user experience research roles, according to reports from CNBC and Business Insider. Affected employees received emails on Monday informing them their positions were being eliminated, according to internal documents viewed by CNBC and several LinkedIn…
Pfizer has agreed to lower prescription drug costs for Medicaid and invest $70 billion in US manufacturing, President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday, in a move aimed at reducing healthcare costs.As of 1:26 PM (GMT-4), Pfizer shares were actively trading at $25.08, marking a sharp 5.14% gain, signaling strong investor interest and positive developments driving…
In this February 10, 2016 photo, Afghans access social media websites at a private internet cafe in Kabul, Afghanistan. (AP file photo) The Taliban government in Afghanistan has ordered a nationwide suspension of internet and mobile phone service, following weeks of cutting fibre-optic internet connections in different provinces.According to internet watchdog NetBlocks, the country is…
