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India-EU FTA: India Deepens European Ties for Faster Trade Deal

India’s Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal met Spain’s Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo to accelerate the India-EU Free Trade Agreement, focusing on key sectors like green energy and tech.

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India’s FSP Resolution Gap: Beyond SMC/IBC Overlap

Explore India’s financial regulatory landscape. Beyond SMC/IBC overlap, a critical FSP resolution gap threatens systemic stability. Learn more.

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Tripura Attracts ₹1.21 Lakh Crore Investment at Business Conclave

Tripura’s ‘Destination Tripura Business Conclave 2026’ secures ₹1.21 lakh crore in investment proposals, paving the way for significant economic growth and future opportunities across key sectors.

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SEBI Ethics Rules: New Firewalls for Market Integrity

SEBI introduces strict new ethics rules, including a 2-year cooling-off period and family investment curbs, to enhance trust and integrity in India’s financial markets.

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India Fuels Asia-Pacific Corporate Learning Growth

India is a key driver in the Asia-Pacific’s corporate learning and development market expansion, fueled by digital transformation and AI. Learn more.

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India-Spain Trade: Boosting $6 Trillion Economies

India and Spain aim for over 7x trade growth in a decade, bridging the gap between their $6 trillion economies and current modest bilateral trade.

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India’s New Services Index: A Leap in Economic Measurement

India launches a new Index of Services Production (ISP), using GST data to track 19 sub-sectors. This marks a significant shift in measuring the formal services economy.

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India’s Trade Deficit Widens: Import Dynamics Explained

India’s trade deficit hit a 5-month high in June 2026 ($30.43B). Explore the structural import drivers including oil, gold, and electronics.

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India’s Industrial Growth: Chemicals & Infrastructure Boom

India’s specialty chemicals and petroleum sectors surge, driven by global supply shifts and a massive domestic infrastructure push. Discover the key drivers.

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Japan Bond Yields Surge: Global Rate Shifts & Your Portfolio

Japan’s bond yields hit multi-decade highs amid global rate repricing. BlackRock highlights the impact on portfolios and the need for selective income strategies.

India-UK FTA: Unpacking the Zero-Duty Boost for Exports

India-UK FTA: Zero Duty Exports Boost Trade from July 15, 2026

India-UK FTA starts July 15, 2026, offering zero duty on Indian exports. Discover how this boosts market access and competitiveness for Indian businesses in the UK.

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HCLTech’s AI Data Center Bet: India’s Compute Scarcity Solution

HCLTech invests ₹3,500 crore in AI data centers, addressing India’s sovereign compute demand and marking a strategic shift towards asset-heavy AI infrastructure.

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India’s Trade Stance: Shifting Global Power Dynamics

India’s strategic trade holdout signals a shift in global leverage, driven by new alliances and reduced economic risks, demanding equitable terms.

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Supreme Court Upholds Kotak AMC Penalties: FMP Investor Protection

Supreme Court upholds SEBI penalties on Kotak AMC for FMP rule violations, reinforcing investor protection and market integrity. Learn what it means for your investments.

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India Lifts FCNR(B) Deposit Rate Cap to Boost Forex Reserves

India removes FCNR(B) deposit rate caps to attract NRI foreign currency, strengthening forex reserves amid global economic uncertainty. Finance Minister Sitharaman urges banks to boost inflows.

HCLTech Cuts 3,292 Jobs, Boosts Profits, Invests Big in AI

HCLTech Job Cuts, Profit Surge, and Major AI Investment

HCLTech cuts 3,292 jobs in Q1 FY27, yet reports a 20.3% profit increase and plans Rs 3,500 crore investment in AI data centers.

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India Luxury Housing Market to Hit $101B by 2029

India’s luxury housing market is booming, projected to reach $101.92 billion by 2029. Affluent buyers prioritize lifestyle, wellness, and sustainability.

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Grasim Acquires Sprng Energy: India’s Renewable Sector Consolidation

Grasim Industries’ ₹17,200 crore acquisition of Sprng Energy marks a major consolidation in India’s renewable energy sector, emphasizing scale and strategic growth.

GIFT City's Regulatory Arbitrage Reshapes NRI Investment Dynamics

GIFT City: NRI Investment Revolutionized by Offshore Advantages

Discover how GIFT City’s offshore status offers NRIs unique tax and currency benefits, transforming investment dynamics and positioning it as a global financial hub.

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India-US Trade Deal Progress: Strengthening Economic Ties

India and US trade deal negotiations are advancing, showcasing how strong economic ties drive growth despite tariff complexities and ongoing discussions.

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India Opens Door for Private Sector Missile Production

India considers allowing private firms to produce the Astra Mk-II missile, boosting indigenous defense capabilities and streamlining procurement.

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India IPO Market Surges: ₹15,000 Cr Boost Expected

India’s IPO market is set for a major surge with 5 companies planning to raise ₹15,000 crore by July end, signaling strong investor confidence and market optimism.

India's Widening Trade Deficit: A Structural Look at Import Dynamics

India’s Trade Deficit Widens: Import Surge Analysis

India’s trade deficit hits a 5-month high in June 2026 due to a structural surge in commodity imports, despite strong export growth. Analysis of key drivers.

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Oil Shock, Strait Blockade Hit Markets, SK Hynix IPO

Geopolitical tensions and a Strait of Hormuz blockade surge oil prices, crushing tech stocks and impacting SK Hynix’s post-IPO performance.

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India-EU FTA: Reshaping Global Trade Dynamics

The India-EU Free Trade Agreement is set to operationalize soon, marking a significant structural shift in global economic dynamics and trade.

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Aditya Birla Buys Sprng Energy for $1.8B, Boosts Green Portfolio

Aditya Birla Renewables Ltd acquires Shell’s Sprng Energy for $1.8B, significantly expanding its renewable energy capacity in India.

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Tata Capital Enters India’s Gold Loan Boom with Yogloans Acquisition

Tata Capital acquires 88.6% of Yogakshemam Loans, marking a strategic entry into India’s booming gold loan market, driven by secured lending trends.

ICICI Pru AMC Profit Jumps 23% to ₹965 Cr: What it Means for Your Funds

ICICI Pru AMC Profit Soars 23% to ₹965 Cr: Impact on Your Investments

ICICI Prudential AMC’s Q1 FY27 profit surged 23% to ₹965 Cr, fueled by strong asset gathering & SIPs. Discover what this means for your mutual fund investments in a competitive market.

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BlueStone Eyes 705 Stores & ₹120B Revenue by 2030 in India

Prosus-backed BlueStone plans aggressive Indian expansion, targeting 705 stores, 4,000 employees, and ₹120B revenue by 2030, focusing on high street presence.

India's Market Shifts: Why Options Dominance Reshapes Exchange Revenue

India’s Options Market Dominance: Reshaping Exchange Revenue

India’s stock market sees equity options drive 70% of exchange revenue, shifting focus from price to volatility. Explore this structural transformation.

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