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An audience watches a high-budget international film on a large screen in a modern Indian cinema.

Hollywood Eyes India: Box Office Boom or Premium Pitfall?

Hollywood shifts focus to India’s growing premium screens as China’s box office falters. Can India deliver sustainable growth or is it a premium trap?

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An aerial view shows a long bridge spanning turquoise waters, connecting two islands. A port with ships is visible.

China-Maldives Ties Deepen Amid India Geopolitical Balancing

China seeks deeper strategic ties with the Maldives, as the island nation balances relations with both China and India for crucial economic support and development.

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China Pledges $14.7M for Typhoon Noul Relief in Guangdong

China’s central government allocates $14.7 million for emergency relief efforts in Guangdong following Typhoon Noul, focusing on infrastructure and transport restoration.

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A neglected Pressure Swing Adsorption oxygen plant in front of a hospital building under an overcast sky.

CAG Audit: 57% of Bengal COVID Oxygen Plants Non-Operational

CAG audit reveals 57% of West Bengal’s COVID-19 oxygen plants are non-operational, with critical equipment idle and funds unspent, highlighting healthcare infrastructure gaps.

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A woman in a formal suit speaks at a wooden lectern with the Indian emblem, in a brightly lit room with seated officials.

CCI Prioritizes External Complaints Over Self-Initiated Probes

India’s Competition Commission (CCI) is shifting its strategy, reducing suo motu investigations to address conflicts of interest and prioritizing external complaints for new cases.

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CCI Reduces Suo Motu Cases to Prevent Conflict of Interest

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) is strategically reducing suo motu investigations to avoid conflicts of interest and streamline regulatory oversight, as revealed to a Parliamentary panel.

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An Indian citizen and a tax official interact at a modern, well-lit service counter in an Indian Income Tax office.

Nirmala Sitharaman Directs IT Dept for Better Taxpayer Service

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urges the Income Tax department to enhance taxpayer services, reduce bureaucracy, and improve public asset management in India.

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An older man and a younger woman sit at a table, examining bills and a handwritten ledger in a home.

Family Remittances: Balance Needs vs. Chit Funds

Struggling with family remittances? Learn how to balance essential needs with family’s preference for illiquid chit funds to avoid budget shortfalls.

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Nippon India MF Crosses 4 Crore Folios, Leads Unique Investors

Nippon India Mutual Fund achieves a landmark, becoming the first to surpass 4 crore investor folios and leading with 2.41 crore unique investors in India.

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India's Swiss Watch Imports Surge Amidst Global Dip in H1 2026

India’s Swiss Watch Imports Soar Amid Global Dip

India’s Swiss watch imports surged 37% in H1 2026, reaching 200,000 units valued at ₹1,991 crore, driven by the TEPA trade agreement.

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Reliance Consumer Products Eyes ₹1 Lakh Crore Revenue by 2030

Reliance Consumer Products aims for ₹1 lakh crore revenue by 2030, doubling gross revenue to ₹22,000 crore and investing ₹40,000 crore in expansion.

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India’s Workforce: Mental Health Support for Business Resilience

Neerja Birla: Only 1 in 10 Indian employees access mental health programs despite widespread struggles. Leaders must prioritize support for business resilience.

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Pralhad Joshi’s Net Worth: India’s New Education Minister Declares ₹21 Crore

India’s new Education Minister, Pralhad Joshi, declares a net worth over ₹21.09 crore in his 2024 election affidavit, detailing family assets and liabilities.

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Indian Markets: Fed, Oil, Earnings Volatility Ahead

Indian stock markets brace for a volatile week influenced by US Federal Reserve signals, crude oil price swings, and major corporate earnings. Stay informed.

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A farmer in traditional attire offers green fodder to healthy cattle near a barn and green fields under a clear sky.

Milky Mist’s Contract Farming to Bridge India’s Dairy Supply Gap

Milky Mist Dairy Food launches contract farming to address India’s widening milk demand-production gap, securing supply for its IPO. Learn how.

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IRDAI’s Public Insurance Registry to Fight Mis-selling

IRDAI introduces a Public Insurance Registry to link policies to individual agents, enhancing accountability and combating mis-selling in India.

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India Aims for Top 3 Global Biotech Power by 2035

India’s Niti Aayog targets top 3 global biotech status by 2035, focusing on innovation and modernizing regulatory pathways to accelerate market entry.

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Sensex Plunges 2,092 Points Amid Geopolitical Tensions, FII Selling

Sensex Plunges 2092 Points: Geopolitics, FII Selling Hit Markets

Indian equity markets saw a sharp decline as the Sensex dropped 2,092 points, driven by Middle East tensions and consistent FII selling, impacting Nifty and broader indices.

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A farmer stands on a wet road, looking at a collapsed concrete bridge over a river, with landslide-scarred mountains in the background.

Himachal Pradesh Monsoon Damage Exceeds ₹20,000 Crore

Himachal Pradesh faces over ₹20,000 crore in monsoon damages since 2022, crippling infrastructure and devastating local farmers. Learn about the impact.

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India’s Defence Exports Soar, Boosting Industry Revenue

India’s defence sector experiences a boom with rising exports and indigenous tech, transforming revenue models for domestic aerospace and defence companies.

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An aerial wide shot of an oil refinery complex on a desert coast, with dark smoke rising from several large white storage tanks.

Houthi Attacks Escalate Mideast Tensions, Threaten Oil Supply

Houthi rebel attacks on Saudi oil sites in Jizan and Yanbu escalate Middle East tensions, threatening global energy supply chains and crude oil price volatility. Conflict expands to Caspian Sea.

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Engineers in white cleanroom suits work with advanced machinery and inspect silicon wafers in a modern, brightly lit cleanroom.

Rajnath Singh: India’s Tech Growth & Self-Reliance at Kargil Event

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted India’s technological self-reliance and economic progress at the 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas, underscoring strides in data infrastructure, digital payments, and semiconductors.

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A wide shot of a busy international shipping port under overcast skies, with cranes moving containers and cargo ships docked.

Australia Challenges US Tariffs Over Forced Labor Claims

Australia disputes US import tariffs citing forced labor concerns. PM Albanese rejects claims, highlighting strong modern slavery laws and seeking fair trade.

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Wide shot of an Indian battery manufacturing facility with automated machinery and technicians on a production line.

India’s Battery Demand to Hit 700 GWh by 2030

India’s advanced chemistry cell battery demand to surge to 700 GWh by 2030, driven by EV growth and energy storage needs. Explore key drivers and government incentives.

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A legal official's hands reviewing a document with multiple stamps and an Indian government seal on a wooden desk.

Jammu Crime Branch Charges Gold Sukh in Rs 30 Lakh Fraud

Jammu Crime Branch files chargesheet against 5 for Rs 30.29 lakh investment fraud by Gold Sukh Trade India Ltd. Learn about unregulated schemes.

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An Indian artisan's hands weaving a colorful, patterned textile on a wooden handloom in a sunlit workshop.

India’s Textile Sector Targets Global Luxury at Bharat Tex 2026

India’s textile industry is strategically shifting towards the global luxury market, showcasing heritage and technology at Bharat Tex 2026 to elevate handloom products.

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An Indian man holding a smartphone with a payment confirmation screen, interacting with a Singaporean market vendor.

UPI Now in 9 Countries: Easier Payments for Indian Travelers

India’s UPI is now live in 9 nations, offering Indian travelers reduced costs and seamless cashless payments abroad. Discover the new international reach.

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India's Credit Card Growth Slows Amid RBI Scrutiny, Rising Debt

India Credit Card Growth Slows: RBI Scrutiny, Rising Debt

India’s credit card market growth decelerates due to RBI scrutiny and escalating consumer debt. New user additions drop significantly as lenders prioritize asset quality.

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An Indian engineer in safety glasses and a blue lab coat works on a circuit board and types on a keyboard in a modern lab.

FORVIA India: Local Ownership for Evolving Auto Market

Global auto supplier FORVIA transitions to local product ownership in India, empowering regional teams for tailored innovation and faster market response.

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Andhra Pradesh Emerges as Key Investment Hub with Tech Corridors

Andhra Pradesh: India’s New Tech Investment Hub

Andhra Pradesh is rapidly becoming India’s premier tech investment hub, attracting significant capital and developing six digital corridors to boost IT, semiconductors, and electronics.

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