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Rising domestic demand may push imports up as tariffs weigh on ex

An uptick in non-oil non-gold imports is likely in the coming months as domestic demand expands, at a time when exports could weaken due to mounting tariff pressures.

2025-09-27T09:35:38.189048+00:00 IST

FM Nirmala Sitharaman to inaugurate Kautilya Economic Conclave 20

Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman will inaugurate the Fourth edition of the Kautilya Economic Conclave (KEC 2025) on October 3 in New Delhi.

2025-09-27T08:40:46.151650+00:00 IST

Cement firms were strategically trying to pocket GST benefit

Cement companies were strategically attempting to pocket the GST benefit intended for consumers, noted Yes Securities in its latest industry update.

2025-09-27T08:21:39.804045+00:00 IST

Mumbai airport witnesses arrival of over 5 million passengers

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) welcomed over 5 million international passengers between January 2025 and August 2025. Over the past three years, international arrivals at the airport have grown at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 21 per cent, highlighting Mumbai's ever-burgeoning prominence on the global travel map.

2025-09-27T08:20:31.920437+00:00 IST

GeM and AJNIFM sign MoU to strengthen public procurement in India

The Government e Marketplace (GeM) and the Arun Jaitley National Institute of Financial Management (AJNIFM), on Saturday, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen India's public procurement system through training, research and knowledge building.

2025-09-27T06:57:17.981536+00:00 IST

PSU banks reset profitability path as RoA crosses 1%: Report

Public Sector Banks (PSBs) are entering a new phase of profitability as their return on assets (RoA) has crossed 1 per cent, supported by stronger balance sheets, better asset quality and steady credit growth, according to a recent Motilal Oswal report.

2025-09-27T06:16:33.130957+00:00 IST

H1B Visa fee hike shifts career dreams back to India: VDart CEO

Following the recent announcement regarding the H1B Visa, Sidd Ahmed, CEO and Founder of VDart Group, pointed out that the increasing costs are not only making it harder for companies to hire talent but also altering the aspirations of Indian professionals.

2025-09-27T05:06:17.450718+00:00 IST

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Piyush Goyal holds talks with Russian Deputy PM Dmitry Patrushev

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Friday met Russia's Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Patrushev to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral economic and trade ties between the two countries.

2025-09-27T03:15:20.275422+00:00 IST

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Oil India reports natural gas occurrence in Andaman offshore

Oil India Limited (OIL), a Maharatna company under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, on Friday, reported the occurrence of natural gas in its second exploratory well drilled in the Andaman Shallow Offshore Block, marking a significant step in its ongoing exploration campaign.

2025-09-27T02:42:26.336185+00:00 IST

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FSSAI and Australia's DAFF sign MoU on food safety

Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) and the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF), Australia, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in the area of Food Safety on September, 24, at FSSAI Headquarters, New Delhi.

2025-09-26T15:16:48.534284+00:00 IST

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PHDCCI’s SME sentiment index shows continued expansion

The PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) released findings from Round 2 of the SME Market Sentiment Index (SMESI) on Friday, showing continued expansion in India's SME manufacturing sector, though demand and employment indicators remain under pressure.

2025-09-26T14:51:33.836692+00:00 IST

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GST rationalisation to boost consumption growth: Finance Ministry

"More importantly, measures to simplify the GST registration mechanism, particularly for small suppliers making supplies through e-commerce operators and an easier refund mechanism, are expected to lower input costs and improve liquidity for companies, while giving a thrust to Make in India," the Finance Ministry added.

2025-09-26T14:27:13.797610+00:00 IST

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Right time to tap internal resources for critical minerals

India currently imports the majority of its critical minerals, often from a few dominant players, which raises concerns about geopolitical risks and supply chain bottlenecks.

2025-09-26T14:26:08.870143+00:00 IST

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Over 1,500 youth engage with innovators, entrepreneurs at CM Yuva

The second day of the CM Yuva Conclave, held as part of the UP International Trade Show (UPITS) 2025, witnessed a massive turnout of enthusiastic youth from across the National Capital Region (NCR). Over 1,500 students and young professionals visited the exhibition to explore innovative business ideas and entrepreneurial opportunities.

2025-09-26T14:00:37.160855+00:00 IST

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Govt finalises borrowing plan of Rs 6.77 lakh cr

The share of borrowing (including SGrBs) under different maturities will be: 3-year (6.6%), 5-year (13.3%), 7-year (8.1%), 10-year (28.4%), 15-year (14.2%), 30-year (9.2%), 40-year (11.1%) and 50-year (9.2%), added the release.

2025-09-26T13:18:10.603141+00:00 IST

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India must become self-reliant in rare earth elements’ production

Amid global challenges, India's self-reliance in the production of Rare Earth Elements (REE) is vital for national security and realising the vision of a developed nation, President Droupadi Murmu said during the National Geoscience Awards 2024 at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

2025-09-26T12:06:52.799974+00:00 IST

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TSMC denies talks on investments or partnerships amid Intel rumor

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) on Friday denied reports that it is in talks with any company regarding potential investments or partnerships, amid rumours linking the chipmaker to Intel's financial troubles and a possible collaboration, reported Focus Taiwan.

2025-09-26T11:22:54.991795+00:00 IST

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20.36 lakh new workers enrolled under ESI scheme in July

The Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) added 20.36 lakh new employees under the ESI Scheme in July 2025, according to provisional payroll data released by the Ministry of Labour and Employment.

2025-09-26T10:54:11.131224+00:00 IST

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Scindia chairs key telecom stakeholders meeting ahead of IMC

Minister of Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia, along with Neeraj Mittal, Secretary (Telecom) chaired a high-level meeting with Telecom Service Providers (TSPs) and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) Advisory Committee on Thursday.

2025-09-26T10:27:42.503055+00:00 IST

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Up to 30% tax savings from GST 2.0 for households across India

Indian households are set to benefit from tax savings of up to 27 to 30 per cent under the new GST 2.0 regime, according to a report released by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry's Committee Against Smuggling and Counterfeiting Activities Destroying the Economy (FICCI CASCADE) along with the Thought Arbitrage Research Institute (TARI).

2025-09-26T10:14:25.663775+00:00 IST

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GIFT City to explore regulatory changes to support stakeholders:

Sanjay Kaul, Managing Director and Group CEO of Gift City, said that the entity will explore regulatory improvements to enhance the ecosystem and ease stakeholders' concerns.

2025-09-26T10:09:06.563885+00:00 IST