The Commerce Secretary met key European officials in Brussels to discuss measures to facilitate two-way trade, unlock new opportunities
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Senior officials, railway policymakers and industry representatives discussed coordinated measures to address transportation bottlenecks and improve supply chain efficiency across the region
First import container arrives at Vizhinjam
Jaishankar, who arrived in Atlanta late Thursday evening, met Rubio on the sidelines of the G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Atlanta
Round-the-clock monitoring, field visits and swift relief measures help contain losses and restore essential services; CM seeks Central assistance for recovery
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Hackers are suspected of tampering with freezers at six US military commissaries, spoiling food and prompting investigations.
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Minister said final terms will give India a strong comparative advantage; expects deal to be celebrated by the public
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Tentative resumption of Gulf shipments via Strait of Hormuz offers limited relief as nearly 40% of units remain shut
As part of capacity building under the scheme, the Centre will train elected representatives, officials in the 3-tier panchayati raj system
Maize supply in Tamil Nadu could be influenced by the India Meteorological Department’s (IMD) forecast of below-normal North-East monsoon rainfall over the southern peninsular region
Also announces ₹1,857 crore to strengthen sports goods sector
The Federal Reserve is expected to maintain rates at 3.75%–4%. Its decision is scheduled for 2 p.m. ET on October 28.
The Union Cabinet has approved the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana for 2026-27 to 2030-31, with an outlay of ₹7,395.55 crore. The scheme will cover over 2.55 lakh Panchayats and traditional local bodies, benefiting around 32 lakh elected representatives and functionaries.
The Cabinet’s approval comes as global conflicts disrupt maritime routes, increase shipping detours and put pressure on container availability.
The digital platform has been developed to connect stakeholders and facilitate the adoption of untapped natural rubber plantations
Rajan's argument is not that the RBI should ignore the rupee's decline. Rather, he believes policymakers should avoid committing excessive resources to maintaining a particular exchange rate when broader economic conditions are pushing the currency lower.
