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$100 billion trade target by 2030: India, Russia discuss ways to boost bilateral ties; marine and pharma products in focus

AI image used for representative purposes India has urged Russia to expedite the approval of domestic establishments and registration of marine and pharmaceutical products to further strengthen bilateral trade ties.During his visit to Moscow, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal highlighted opportunities for expanding trade and proposed measures to improve market access, the commerce ministry said in…

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Banking push: FinMin asks PSBs to boost MSME, farm credit; focus on deposits, asset quality and AI-led innovation

The finance ministry has directed public sector banks (PSBs) to ramp up lending to micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and the agriculture sector while maintaining healthy growth in low-cost deposits and ensuring strong risk management, according to an official statement issued on Wednesday.Chairing a performance review meeting with bank chiefs, Department of Financial Services…

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COP30 kicks off in Brazil, focus on mobilising $1.3 trillion finance | India News

The 30th session of the annual UN climate conference (CO) kicked off on Monday in Belem, Brazil, with a focus on climate finance to mobilise $1.3 trillion annually for developing countries by 2035. Discussions on the inaugural day, however, were centred around setting key agenda points, involving five critical issues, for negotiations. reports Vishwa Mohan….

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Budget 2026: Pre-budget talks begin, chaired by Nirmala Sitharaman; tax reforms and manufacturing push in focus

Sitharaman holding pre-budget talks NEW DELHI: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday chaired the first pre-Budget consultation meeting with leading economists in New Delhi, marking the start of preparations for the Union Budget 2026-27. Senior officials from the Department of Economic Affairs (DEA), including the Secretary, Chief Economic Adviser, and other key officers, attended the…

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Gold rate outlook: Prices to stay in corrective phase ahead of key US, China data; Fed remarks, tariff hearing in focus

Gold prices are likely to remain in a corrective phase in the coming week as investors await key macroeconomic data from the US and China, along with fresh cues from Federal Reserve officials and a US Supreme Court hearing on trade tariffs, analysts said.“Gold prices are expected to see some consolidation or more correction as…

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Stock market outlook for the week: Inflation, corporate earnings and more in focus; key factors to look out for

Indian stock markets are likely to remain under close watch this week as investors eye key inflation data, corporate earnings, and international developments. Activity by foreign investors is also expected to influence equity trends. Ajit Mishra, SVP, Research at Religare Broking Ltd, said, “This week will be crucial, with several key macroeconomic data releases scheduled….

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