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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) highlights that Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with the EU and US will significantly improve India's market access and boost exports. This is crucial as the economy is poised for growth dri…
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India and the US aim to finalize an interim trade agreement by April 2025, with negotiations set to resume in the US from February 23 for three days. This agreement is significant as it addresses trade disputes and aims…
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India has joined the U.S.-led Pax Silica initiative, which focuses on artificial intelligence and secure supply chains. This move signifies a reset in India-U.S. relations after a challenging year. The initiative aims t…
Read full storyThe National Green Tribunal (NGT) has mandated the restoration of the Suav River in official records, directing Uttar Pradesh authorities to rectify gazette and revenue entries, halt construction in floodplain zones, an…
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India has committed to the US regarding Russian oil purchases, with active negotiations for Venezuelan oil imports. A significant India-US trade agreement is expected soon, bolstering economic ties. US Secretary of Stat…
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The OECD emphasized the need for robust public policy to harness AI's potential while addressing job automation risks. Around 27% of jobs are at high risk of automation, necessitating flexible training programs. Governm…
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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) minutes indicate a stronger growth trajectory for India's economy with low inflation providing policymakers flexibility. The projected growth rate for FY26 is 7.4%, driven by domestic dem…
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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) sold $10.02 billion in the foreign exchange market in December 2023 to curb rupee volatility. This intervention was aimed at stabilizing the Indian rupee, which was the worst-performing e…
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India is set to launch Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with the UK and Oman in April 2024, followed by a deal with New Zealand by September. These agreements aim to boost India's economic expansion through enhanced trade t…
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The Delhi High Court ruled that ancestral or inherited properties are not immune from attachment under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The court emphasized that there is no legal exception for such proper…
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On February 19, 2026, the Supreme Court and National Green Tribunal issued key environment orders addressing pollution, mining, and forest conservation. The rulings emphasized stricter enforcement of environmental norms…
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India and the U.S. are likely to operationalize an interim trade pact by April, according to the Commerce Minister. This move is significant as it aims to enhance bilateral trade relations and could boost economic coope…
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India and U.S. officials will hold a three-day meeting from February 23 to finalize the legal text for an interim trade pact. The talks, led by India's chief negotiator Darpan Jain (Commerce Ministry joint secretary), a…
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The Indian government has launched a new export promotion mission with seven measures to boost outbound shipments. These include credit assistance for e-commerce exporters and support for alternative trade instruments.…
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Gujarat is set to amend its marriage registration rules to prevent misuse, requiring applications to be submitted before the Assistant Registrar and including a declaration about informing parents. This change aims to c…
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India's core sectors, which are crucial for economic growth, saw a slowdown to 4% in January 2026, down from 4.7% in December. This growth rate is part of the April-January 2025-26 period, which recorded a cumulative gr…
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The Indian government has announced seven measures under the ₹25,060-crore export promotion mission to boost exports. These measures are part of a larger plan to enhance India's global trade competitiveness. Out of 10 c…
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India's private sector activity accelerated in February 2024, as indicated by the HSBC Flash Composite Output Index reaching a three-month high. This growth was driven by a sharper expansion in manufacturing output, sup…
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The Tamil Nadu government has withdrawn the contentious Private Universities (Amendment) Bill, which was passed last year amid opposition from the AIADMK and other parties. The decision follows a review process initiate…
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Over 12 million young fish were released in Pune reservoirs to restore ecological balance disrupted by invasive species like Tilapia, African catfish, and Suckermouth catfish. These non-native species had outcompeted na…
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The court granted bail to Tantri in the Sabarimala gold theft case due to lack of evidence and ruled he cannot override the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) administrative decisions. This case relates to the governance a…
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India's core sector growth slowed to 4% in January 2024, indicating a moderation in key industries like energy and infrastructure. This slowdown is significant for understanding trends in industrial production and econo…
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India has updated its merchandise trade indices with FY2022-23 as the new base year, replacing FY2012-13. This change aligns India's trade data with global standards and reflects current trade realities. The Directorate…
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India has revised the base year for its goods trade indices from 2012-13 to 2022-23 to better reflect recent economic shifts and trade patterns. This change ensures more accurate data for exports and imports, aiding in…
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