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Bihar Aims for 4x Economic Growth & 10M Jobs by 2026

Bihar targets a fourfold economic surge and 10 million new jobs by 2026, focusing on industrial growth and restoring its historical prominence. Learn about the ambitious ‘Build Bihar, Believe in Bihar’ plan.

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MP Attracts ₹10 Lakh Crore Investment After Policy Overhaul

Madhya Pradesh attracts over ₹10 lakh crore in investments through significant policy reforms, reduced red tape, and faster land acquisition, boosting ease of doing business.

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Indian Markets Consolidate, Primary Market Booms

Indian stock markets consolidate with low volumes while the primary market thrives with IPOs and strong listings. Key indices show mixed movements.

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India’s Medical Tourism Startups: Funding Gap in $22B Market

Despite India’s booming $22B medical tourism market, startups struggle for VC funding, securing only $9.28M. Explore the challenges and growth drivers.

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West Bengal’s New Industrial Policy: Dual Incentives for Growth

West Bengal unveils a new industrial policy featuring a dual incentive approach, blending budgetary allocations with off-balance-sheet measures like soft loans to boost growth.

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India’s Gold Monetisation Scheme: Unlock Idle Assets

India aims to revive its Gold Monetisation Scheme (GMS) to formalize household gold, reduce imports, and boost financial markets by unlocking vast private reserves.

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Indian Markets Consolidate: IPOs Shine Amidst Low Volumes

Indian stock markets are in a consolidation phase with muted trading volumes. While major indices trade range-bound, the primary market thrives with successful IPOs.

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Aditya Birla Group Eyes Local Debt for Sprng Energy

Aditya Birla Group is seeking local lenders for debt financing to bolster its renewable energy platform, Sprng Energy, signaling a strategic push into domestic capital markets.

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India’s Electro State Shift: EVs, AI, Renewables Drive Energy Transition

India is transitioning to an ‘electro state’ driven by EV, AI, and data center demand, boosting renewables and nuclear energy. Learn about the key drivers and requirements for this shift.

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India NBFCs: Growth Amidst Margin Squeeze

India’s NBFCs show strong growth driven by credit demand, despite persistent margin pressures. Explore key financial highlights and outlook.

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India Eyes Chile Trade Pact for Critical Minerals

India’s Commerce Secretary visits South America to finalize a trade pact with Chile, focusing on critical minerals like lithium and copper vital for EV batteries and renewables.

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Indian Families Launch Foreign Offices Amid RBI Ambiguity

Indian business families are establishing overseas family offices, navigating RBI policy ambiguity with support from banks and wealth managers.

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India’s Water Security by 2047: Collective Action is Key

Experts at ‘Bharat Discourses on Water @2047’ in Ahmedabad stress collective action, not just policy, for India’s water security by 2047. Learn more.

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Bajaj Pulsar N160: Thrilling Urban Ride for Young Professionals

Discover the Bajaj Pulsar N160! With its 165cc engine, it offers a punchier, refined ride perfect for college students & young professionals navigating city streets.

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India-Japan Tech Alliance: Semiconductors, AI & Future Manufacturing

India and Japan deepen tech ties, focusing on joint manufacturing of semiconductors, AI, and clean energy to build resilient global supply chains.

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Sarvam AI Raises $350M, Eyes $10B for AI Frontier

Indian unicorn Sarvam AI secures $350M, including $75M from Nvidia, to develop foundational AI models and challenge global leaders.

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India’s Economy Resilient Amidst AI Capital Shift to US

Despite global capital flowing to US AI, India’s long-term growth remains robust due to demographics, energy demand, and transition, experts confirm.

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Quiet Quitting in India: $351 Billion Productivity Loss

Nearly 60% of Indian employees are quiet quitting, costing the economy $351 billion annually due to widespread workplace disengagement. Explore the impact and causes.

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Tamil Nadu & Karnataka Bus Services Resume After 119 Days

Inter-state bus services between Tamil Nadu and Karnataka have resumed after a 119-day halt, restoring vital connectivity and boosting regional economic activity.

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India Eyes FY27 Fiscal Deficit Target Amidst Global Challenges

India remains confident in meeting its FY27 fiscal deficit target of 4.3% of GDP, bolstered by lower subsidy needs and fiscal buffers despite global economic headwinds.

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UPI as Public Infrastructure: India’s Funding Debate

Experts advocate for treating India’s UPI as public infrastructure, funded publicly, not via transaction fees, due to its extensive economic and social benefits.

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India’s New Gas Rules: LPG & PNG Policy Changes Explained

India’s new LPG & PNG connection rules: 30-day termination, 90-day transition, and refill interval changes. Understand the policy shifts impacting households.

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India Data Center Investment Slows Amid Protests

Foreign investment in India’s data center sector decelerates due to escalating protests over resource usage and environmental concerns, impacting projects in Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra.

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SEBI Chief: Stronger Governance Needed for India’s Growing Mutual Funds

SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey calls for enhanced governance in India’s mutual fund industry as its investor base rapidly expands and diversifies, especially from smaller towns.

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ShareChat Eyes $400M IPO Fueled by Microdrama Boom

Mohalla Tech, parent of ShareChat, targets a $400M IPO within five quarters, driven by 65M microdrama viewers and recent operational profitability. Learn more.

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India Market Premium Dips: Foreigners Exit, Domestic Funds Rise

India’s market premium is declining as foreign investors grow cautious, while domestic mutual funds see increased investment despite weakening returns. Explore the changing investment landscape.

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EPF vs. Stocks: EPFO Clarifies Investment Differences

EPFO clarifies that Employees’ Provident Fund and stock market investments serve distinct financial goals, highlighting why they are not substitutes for retirement security and wealth creation.

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Japan Living Costs: ₹1 Lakh for 25 Days (Excluding Food)

An Indian man spent nearly ₹1 lakh on basic living costs in Japan for 25 days, excluding food. Discover the surprising expenses.

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US, India Stocks Offer Low Free Cash Flow Yields: Goldman Sachs

Goldman Sachs report: US & Indian equity markets (S&P 500, Nifty 50) show unattractive 2.7% free cash flow yields, lagging behind Europe’s 5%.

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US-Canada Trade War: Tariffs Spark Retaliation Fears

US tariffs on Canada trigger retaliatory threats, risking price hikes and reduced investment for the US economy. Explore the potential fallout.

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