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Trump threatens steep tariffs on South Korea over stalled trade deal
US President Donald Trump has increased tariffs on South Korean imports from 15% to 25%, accusing the country of failing to fulfill a trade deal.
AI startup Ricursive just raised $300 million—here's why it matters
Ricursive Intelligence, an AI chip startup, has achieved a $4 billion valuation just two months post-launch, following a successful $300 million funding round.
Union Budget 2026: What the real estate sector is hoping for
The Union Budget 2026 is expected to bring tax relief, subsidies, and incentives for the affordable housing segment, potentially boosting demand and loan growth.
Trump bumps up tariffs on South Korean goods to 25%
President Donald Trump announced a hike in tariffs from 15% to 25% on certain South Korean imports, citing the ally's failure to uphold a trade agreement.
Auto stocks slide as India-EU deal makes European cars cheaper
Shares of major Indian automobile manufacturers such as Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M), Maruti Suzuki India, and Tata Motors have taken a hit.
India-EU trade deal: KPR Mill, Welspun Living stocks surge
The India-Europe Union (EU) trade deal has sparked a rally in export-focused stocks, particularly in the textiles, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals sectors.
India-EU trade deal will become effective after these steps
India and the European Union (EU) have concluded negotiations on a historic trade agreement after nearly two decades of discussions.
India-EU trade deal: How will it impact various stocks, sectors?
After nearly two decades of negotiations, India and the European Union (EU) have reached a major trade agreement.
Starlink's direct-to-device internet service faces regulatory hurdles in India
Starlink, the satellite internet company owned by Elon Musk, has hit a major roadblock in its plans to offer Direct-to-Device (D2D) services in India.
Silver hits record high of ₹3.5L/kg: What's driving surge?
Silver prices have hit a record high of ₹3,54,780 per kg today, jumping by 6%. The spike is being attributed to a weaker US dollar and rising geopolitical tensions.
India-EU trade deal promises unlimited mobility for Indian students
India and the European Union (EU) have signed a mobility agreement, aimed at facilitating the movement of Indian students, workers, and professionals across EU countries.
India, EU sign trade deal: What's getting cheaper for you
India and the European Union (EU) have signed a major free trade agreement (FTA) today.
TikTok outage leaves US users frustrated, creators in distress
TikTok's new US owners faced a major setback with widespread app outages, following a significant ownership change, stirring user concerns about the platform's future.
Tech jobs are leading the pay game in India for 2026
Technology, driven by deepening digitisation and a focus on artificial intelligence, has become the highest paying sector in 2026, according to the Randstad Salary Trends Report.
What does India's tourism sector want from Union Budget 2026?
The travel, tourism, and hospitality industry in India is looking for structural reforms in the Union Budget 2026.
YouTubers sue Snap for using their videos to train AI
A group of YouTube creators has sued Snap for allegedly using their videos without permission to train its artificial intelligence (AI) models.
India's wealthy are moving their money to dollar assets
India's wealthy are increasingly diversifying into dollar-denominated assets due to concerns over the rupee's depreciation, according to a recent survey.
Sensex plunges 4% in January: Buy the dip or wait?
India's leading stock indices, the Sensex and Nifty, have seen a decline of over 4% this month.
Chinese firm buys majority stake in Puma for $1.8B
In a major development, Chinese sportswear giant Anta Sports Products has announced its plan to acquire a 29.06% stake in German rival Puma.
Starlink's direct-to-device plans hit a speed bump in India
Elon Musk's Starlink may need to reapply for approval from India's IN-SPACe to offer direct-to-device (D2D) connectivity, following the rejection of its Gen 2 constellation.
CVector grabs $5 million to boost its industrial AI game
New York-based industrial AI startup, CVector, has raised $5 million in a seed funding round for its innovative 'nervous system' for big industries.
Meet Piyush Pandey, India's adman posthumously awarded the Padma Bhushan
Piyush Pandey, the mastermind behind some of India's most iconic ad campaigns, has been posthumously awarded the Padma Bhushan.
From start-up banker to Padma Bhushan: Uday Kotak's inspiring journey
In a significant celebration of India's financial architects, veteran banker Uday Kotak (66) was conferred the Padma Bhushan on the eve of Republic Day 2026.
USA Rare Earth scores $1.6B boost from Trump administration
The US government is investing $1.6 billion in USA Rare Earth, aiming to reduce dependence on China for critical minerals used in high-tech products and national security.
Trump to raise tariffs on South Korean goods to 25%
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to increase tariffs on a range of South Korean goods, including automobiles, lumber, and pharmaceuticals.
Nationwide bank strike today: Check affected banks and services
Public sector banking services are likely to be disrupted today due to a nationwide strike called by bank employee unions.
Sify bags ₹600cr from Kotak to boost data centers
Sify Technologies plans to invest $5 billion over the next five years to expand data centres, incorporate AI operations, and acquire GPUs.
IonQ to acquire SkyWater for $1.8B, creating quantum computing giant
Quantum computing firm IonQ is set to purchase chipmaker SkyWater Technology for $1.8 billion, aiming to enhance its semiconductor manufacturing and quantum processor development.
NVIDIA invests $2B in CoreWeave to boost AI infrastructure
Nvidia has invested $2 billion in AI infrastructure provider CoreWeave, nearly doubling its stake and expanding their strategic partnership for data centre development.
Meet the team shaping FM Nirmala Sitharaman's 2026-27 budget
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the Union Budget 2026-27 with a team of key officials, including Anuradha Thakur, Arvind Shrivastava, and Vumlunmang Vualnam.
Union Budget 2026: What to expect this year
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 2026–27 live on February 1, 2026, at 11:00 am across multiple platforms.
India and EU finally seal major free trade deal
The upcoming free trade agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union is expected to reduce import duties on textiles, footwear, automobiles, and wines.
California rideshare drivers just got the green light to unionize
Rideshare drivers in California have been granted the right to unionize and collectively bargain for improved pay and working conditions, following Massachusetts' lead.
Fed's Michelle Bowman wants to shake up bank supervision
Michelle Bowman, the Federal Reserve's vice chair for supervision, is reshaping bank oversight by reducing staff and altering rules, causing tension within the central bank.
OPEC+ puts oil output hikes on pause through early 2026
OPEC+ members are expected to continue their oil production freeze next month, despite geopolitical risks and a global surplus.
Kotak Mahindra Bank's Q3 profit edges up, steady growth continues
Kotak Mahindra Bank's robust Q3 earnings were overshadowed by a plateauing net interest margin and slower profit growth.
ED attaches ₹1,986cr in PACL ponzi scheme crackdown
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached new properties worth over Rs 1,986 crore in its ongoing investigation against PACL's alleged Rs 48,000 crore Ponzi scheme.
AI video platform Synthesia secures $200 million funding at $4bn valuation
British AI startup Synthesia, known for creating realistic video avatars, has nearly doubled its valuation to $4bn following a successful funding round.
Sun Pharma, Cipla recall US products over manufacturing defects
Sun Pharma and Cipla are recalling specific products in the US due to manufacturing issues, as reported by the US Food and Drug Administration.
Gold price to hit $27,000? Robert Kiyosaki makes bold prediction
Robert Kiyosaki, the author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, has reiterated his bullish stance on gold prices.
Bank of Baroda to raise $500M via bond sale
Bank of Baroda, India's second-largest public sector lender, is gearing up to raise around $500 million through a US dollar bond issue.
AI to add $607B to India's economy by 2035: PwC
A recent report by PwC has predicted that artificial intelligence (AI) will contribute around $607 billion to India's economy by 2035.
China clarifies Canada trade deal isn't aimed at US
China has clarified that its new trade agreement with Canada is not targeted at any other country.
Axis Bank's Q3 net profit rises 3% to ₹6,490cr
Axis Bank has reported a marginal 3% rise in its standalone net profit for the December quarter at ₹6,490 crore.
Who was TT Jagannathan, 'Kitchen Mogul' awarded Padma Shri posthumously?
TT Jagannathan, the late chairman emeritus of TTK Prestige Group and a pioneer in the kitchenware industry, has been posthumously awarded the Padma Shri.
IndiGo flights to Tbilisi, Almaty, Baku canceled till January 28
In light of the current situation, IndiGo has announced the cancellation of its flights to and from Tbilisi (Georgia), Almaty (Kazakhstan), Tashkent (Uzbekistan), and also Baku (Azerbaijan) till January 28.
Reliance skips Russian oil as PSUs ramp up imports
Reliance Industries, India's largest importer of Russian crude oil, has not bought any barrels from Russia in January.
Gold surges past $5,000 as geopolitical tensions fuel demand
Gold has hit a record high of over $5,000 per ounce for the first time ever.
Budget 2026: Adventure tourism might be promoted as revenue model
The upcoming Union Budget is likely to promote adventure tourism as a new revenue model for states, according to HT Mint.
Who blocked the trade deal between India and US?
US Senator Ted Cruz has claimed that Vice President JD Vance and White House Economic Adviser Peter Navarro were behind blocking a proposed trade deal between the United States and India.
Budget 2026: Tax-exemptions for using CSR funds in skilling likely
The Indian government is considering tax exemptions for companies investing their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds into vocational training.
Luxury housing market in India to cool down in FY27
The demand and prices for luxury homes in major Indian cities are likely to cool down in the next fiscal year, a survey by property consultant India Sotheby's International Realty (ISIR) has revealed.
Global economy to slow down in 2026, says WEF report
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has released its latest Chief Economists' Outlook, predicting a tough year for the global economy in 2026.
India-EU FTA to boost trade, not harm domestic industry: GTRI
The Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) has said that the India-EU free trade agreement (FTA), which will be announced on January 27, is likely to lower costs and expand trade.
Modi government just gave a breather to the beverage industry
The Indian government has extended the deadline for compulsory Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification on aluminum cans.
What do postal employees seek from 8th Pay Commission?
The Federation of National Postal Organisations (FNPO) has proposed fitment factors ranging from 3.0 to 3.25, depending on the level of the employee, and an annual increment of 5% for the 8th Central Pay Commission.
Upcoming IPOs: 5 SME issues to subscribe this week
The primary market is set for a quiet period ahead of the Union Budget 2026, with no mainboard initial public offerings (IPOs) scheduled.
This precious metals refiner will start silver recycling by April
MMTC-PAMP, a leading precious metals refiner, will start silver recycling at its existing stores on a pilot basis within three months.
Why JioStar has moved Supreme Court against a CCI probe
Reliance Industries-owned JioStar has challenged the Competition Commission of India's (CCI) investigation into alleged abuse of dominance and discriminatory pricing in Kerala's television distribution market.
Pichai sells Alphabet shares for $10.6M: What's his stake now?
Sundar Pichai, the CEO of Alphabet, has sold 30,521 shares in a series of transactions last week.
Market cap of India's top 9 companies plunges ₹2.5L crore
The combined market capitalization of nine out of the 10 most valuable companies in India plummeted by a staggering ₹2.51 lakh crore last week.
Not party to legal proceedings in US, says Adani Enterprises
Adani Enterprises has clarified that it is not involved in any of the legal proceedings mentioned in recent media reports.
Budget 2026: Vedanta seeks incentives for low-grade iron ore processing
Vedanta's iron ore mining division, Sesa Goa, has urged the Indian government to incentivize low-grade iron ore beneficiation in Union Budget 2026.
$95M Siri lawsuit: Apple begins sending payouts over unlawful recordings
Apple has begun distributing payouts from a $95 million class action lawsuit settlement over alleged unlawful and intentional recording of conversations with its voice assistant, Siri.
Tamil Nadu hikes pension for noon meal organizers, Anganwadi workers
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has announced a major increase in the pension and retirement benefits for noon meal organizers, Anganwadi workers, and panchayat secretaries.
PM Modi urges Indian start-ups to focus on quality manufacturing
In his latest "Mann Ki Baat" address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for a greater emphasis on quality in manufacturing.
GST cut pushes Indians toward bigger screen TVs
The recent reduction in Goods and Services Tax (GST) on large-screen televisions has led to a major shift in consumer preferences.
Adani Ports to invest ₹16,000cr in Vizhinjam port expansion
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) has announced a massive ₹16,000 crore investment for the second phase of development at the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala.
Who will be the next US Federal Reserve chair?
The search for a new chairperson of the US Federal Reserve is nearing its conclusion, with President Donald Trump likely to announce his pick in the coming weeks.
India's maritime sector to attract ₹80L crore investment: Sonowal
India's maritime sector is set to witness a major boost with an expected investment of over ₹80 lakh crore in the coming years.
You should buy these defense stocks before Budget 2026
Ahead of the Union Budget on February 1, market experts are recommending investors to consider defense stocks.
WhatsApp chats not private? Meta sued over 'false' encryption claims
An international group of plaintiffs has filed a lawsuit against Meta Platforms, Inc., alleging that the tech giant has misled billions of WhatsApp users about the privacy and security of their messages.
3 bank holidays coming next week: Check dates
Next week, banks across India will observe at least three holidays. The first one is on January 26 (Monday), when the country will celebrate its Republic Day.
FPIs sell Indian equities worth ₹33,600cr so far in January
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) have been aggressively selling off Indian equities, with a massive outflow of ₹33,598 crore so far in January.