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Cement prices likely to rise sharply in early 2026 despite capacity additi
Updated : 1 month, 4 weeks ago IST
The cement industry is likely to witness a round of sharp price hikes in the first quarter of calendar year 2026, supported by seasonally strong demand and a delayed impact of large capacity additions, according to a report by HSBC Global Investment Research.
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Nomura projects inflation to "drift gradually higher" in new CPI series
Updated : 1 month, 4 weeks ago IST
Nomura, in its latest report, expects CPI inflation to "drift gradually higher in the coming months" following the transition to a 2024 base year. This overhaul includes updated weights that prioritize core categories over staple foods and introduces significant methodological upgrades to da
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Gold set to extend rally in 2026 as investors hedge against market bubbles
Updated : 1 month, 4 weeks ago IST
The report notes, "We remain Overweight on gold, with 3- and 12-month price targets at USD 4,350/oz and USD 4,800/oz, respectively. Ongoing Emerging Market (EM) central bank demand and supportive macro conditions should sustain gold's rally." It expects gold to extend its multi-year rally, s
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Consumer inflation in Q4FY26 likely at 2.6% below RBI forecast, 25 bps rat
Updated : 2 months ago IST
Consumer inflation for the fourth quarter of the current financial year FY26 is expected to remain at 2.6 per cent, which is below the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) projection of 2.9 per cent, highlighted a report by Union Bank of India.
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Thousands of Australians without power after tropical cyclone hits Queensl
Updated : 2 months ago IST
Koji, a category one cyclone, made landfall between the towns of Ayr and Bowen, about 500 km (310 miles) north of state capital Brisbane, before weakening to a tropical low, the nation's weather forecaster said.
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Classes from KG to Class 6 suspended till Jan 14 due to cold wave warning
Updated : 2 months ago IST
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) Ranchi has issued a special bulletin forecasting persistent severe cold and cold wave conditions across the district over the coming days. Subsequently, several guidelines for schools and teachers were issued.
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Rainfall persists across Tamil Nadu and Karaikal; Puducherry experiences l
Updated : 2 months ago IST
The Northeast Monsoon was active over South Tamil Nadu, bringing rainfall to several areas across Tamil Nadu and the Karaikal region, and light rain to Puducherry on Sunday.
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Global economy resilient, but trade tensions, fiscal strains cloud outloo
Updated : 2 months ago IST
Global economic output is forecast to grow by 2.7 per cent in 2026, slightly below the 2.8 per cent estimated for 2025 and well below the pre-pandemic average of 3.2 per cent, according to the World Economic Situation and Prospects 2026, released by the United Nations on Thursday.
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Samsung forecasts record quarterly profit as memory chip prices surge
Updated : 2 months ago IST
The technology giant projected its highest-ever quarterly operating profit on Thursday, buoyed by rising semiconductor prices and a shift in production capacity toward advanced components.
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Indian Pharma Market reached Rs 2.40 lakh crore with 8.1% growth in 2025:
Updated : 2 months ago IST
The Indian Pharmaceutical Market (IPM) concluded 2025 with a valuation of approximately Rs 2,40,672 crore, reflecting a value growth of 8.1 per cent. According to the Pharmarack Indian Pharma Industry Performance report, IPM is likely to maintain the same growth range of 7.8-8.1% in 2026 as
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India's FY26 GDP growth may exceed NSO estimate after base year revision:
Updated : 2 months ago IST
The domestic GDP growth for FY26 is likely to be higher than the National Statistical Office's (NSO) current estimate once the government releases the new base year, highlighted a report by State Bank of India (SBI).
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No change in weather, says IMD as dry spell continues in Himachal; tourist
Updated : 2 months ago IST
The dry spell continued across Himachal Pradesh, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting no significant change in weather conditions over the next several days. Tourists, local residents, farmers and orchardists are all anxiously waiting for snowfall and rain.
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