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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.
Trump admin secures 10% stake in US miner for $1.6B
The Trump administration is involved in a $1.6 billion debt-and-equity investment package in USA Rare Earth, a strategic move to secure a 10% stake in the company, according to Financial Times.
Why SEC has dropped lawsuit against Gemini cryptocurrency exchange
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has terminated its lawsuit against Gemini, a cryptocurrency exchange founded by billionaire twins Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss.
Google wants to make kids lifelong customers, internal docs reveal
Internal documents revealed as part of a child safety lawsuit have exposed Google's strategy to "onboard kids" into its ecosystem by investing in schools.
Budget 2026: Key details you need to know
The Union Budget for 2026-27 will be presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1.
iPhone sales in India hit record high in 2025
Apple's iPhone has witnessed a massive surge in popularity in India, with the company shipping around 14 million units in 2025.
Budget 2026: Modi government may raise intern stipend
The Indian government is likely to increase the one-time stipend given to interns under the Prime Minister's Internship Scheme (PMIS), according to Moneycontrol.
NVIDIA CEO in China amid regulatory challenges
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang is currently in Shanghai, China, amid fierce competition from local companies and scrutiny from Chinese authorities.
Adani-Embraer tie-up to assemble commercial aircraft in India
Billionaire Gautam Adani's aerospace and defense company, Adani Aerospace, is set to partner with Brazil's Embraer, the world's third-largest planemaker behind Airbus and Boeing.
SEBI approved IPOs of 13 companies this week
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has approved the initial public offering (IPO) papers of 13 companies this week.
India's forex reserves surge by $14B to $700B
India's foreign exchange reserves have witnessed a significant increase, rising by $14.17 billion to reach $701.36 billion in the week ending January 16, 2026, as per data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
RBI injects ₹1.25L crore into financial system: Why it matters
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a major liquidity injection plan to ease the cash crunch in the banking system.
India-EU FTA may grant duty-free access to most Indian goods
The proposed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union (EU) may allow duty-free access to over 90% of Indian goods in the bloc.
Cognizant expands operations in tier-2 cities to tap into talent
Cognizant, a leading global technology company, is expanding its operations in India, including tier-2 cities. The move is part of a strategy to tap into the country's vast talent pool.
Sam Altman to visit India for AI summit
OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman is planning a trip to India in mid-February, according to TechCrunch. This will be his first visit in nearly a year.
Meta, EssilorLuxottica sued for billions over Ray-Ban smart glasses tech
Meta and EssilorLuxottica have been hit with a multi-billion dollar patent infringement lawsuit by Solos Technology.