Chennai: The National Statistics Office (NSO), under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), has begun a crucial preparatory phase for two landmark surveys with an All-India Workshop of Trainers held in Chennai on January 28 and 29, 2026. The workshop marks a key step ahead of the launch…
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Govt Mulls Hybrid ATMs for Small Notes Amid UPI Push
The Union government is exploring the introduction of hybrid automated teller machines capable of dispensing small-denomination currency notes, even as digital payments powered by the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) continue to expand rapidly across India. The move aims to address growing public frustration over the shortage of ₹10, ₹20 and…
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India–EU Seal Historic Free Trade Deal After 20 Years of Talks
India and the European Union have announced a historic free trade agreement, ending nearly two decades of prolonged and often stalled negotiations. The landmark pact, unveiled in New Delhi during a high-level India–EU summit, is being hailed as the largest trade deal ever signed by India and one of the…
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Halwa Ceremony Marks Union Budget 2026-27 Prep
New Delhi: The final stage of preparations for the Union Budget 2026-27 commenced today with the traditional Halwa Ceremony at the Budget Press in North Block, New Delhi. The event was graced by Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman and Union Minister of State for Finance Shri Pankaj Chaudhary. The…
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Why ITC Is Avoiding Acquisition Rush in Premium Personal Care
As India’s premium personal care market witnesses a flurry of mergers and acquisitions, ITC Ltd is deliberately steering clear of the buying frenzy. While several fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies are snapping up venture capital-backed, digital-first brands, ITC is choosing a slower and more selective path. The company believes that…
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India–EU Trade Deal: Car Import Tariffs to Drop to 40%
India is preparing to significantly open its tightly protected automobile market by sharply cutting import duties on cars from the European Union, according to sources familiar with the negotiations. Under a proposed India–EU free trade agreement, import tariffs on select European cars could be reduced to 40% from the current…
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India’s Growth Momentum Shines at Davos 2026: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Davos, Switzerland: Union Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted India’s high growth trajectory and economic resilience at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos. The Minister emphasised that deep structural reforms, steered by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, have transformed India into a globally trusted investment destination. Strong Structural Reforms…
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Bharat Steel 2026: India Leads Global Push for Green Steel
As India prepares to host Bharat Steel 2026 in New Delhi, the country is positioning itself at the centre of a global conversation on the future of steelmaking. The two-day summit will bring together policymakers, technology innovators, investors and industry leaders from across the world to address the most pressing…
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Steel Prices Rise Again After Import Curbs Boost Demand
Mumbai: Indian steel prices have increased for the second time in January as domestic producers capitalised on import restrictions, reviving construction demand and tight market inventories. Domestic steelmakers have raised prices twice within a span of two weeks in January, following the Centre’s decision to impose a safeguard duty on…
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Budget 2026: India’s Trade Policy Reset in Turbulent Times
New Delhi: As India approaches the Union Budget 2026, trade policy has emerged as a central economic challenge rather than a background consideration. Slowing global growth, renewed protectionism and disrupted supply chains have reshaped the rules of international commerce. For India, which remains deeply integrated with major global markets, trade…