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State-level deregulation key to attracting more FDI: CRF's Fellow Rupa Dutta

New Delhi, | July 8, 2026 1:27:25 PM IST

State-level deregulation and stronger last-mile implementation of reforms are crucial to attracting higher foreign direct investment (FDI), Rupa Dutta, Distinguished Fellow at the Centre for Trade and Economics, Chintan Research Foundation, told ANI on We ... read..

UST Partners with Anthropic to Bring Claude Into UST's Platforms, Engineering, and Operations and Train 20,000 UST Employees Globally

| July 8, 2026 1:27:19 PM IST

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Motorola launches moto g77 POWER with Segment-Leading 50MP Sony LYTIA 600 Camera, 6.72" FHD+ 120Hz Display, 7000mAh Battery & 5G at Rs. 23,999*

| July 8, 2026 1:27:17 PM IST

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The Ritual of Renewal: Creating a Spa-Like Shower Experience at Home

| July 8, 2026 1:27:15 PM IST

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AI expected to unlock up to 35% in profitability for Indian MSMEs; Nearly 60% to achieve double-digit revenue growth: Report

New Delhi | July 8, 2026 1:27:05 PM IST

The strategic integration of artificial intelligence is projected to unlock an average 30-35 per cent improvement in overall business profitability for Indian micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), according to a joint report by Google and India SM ... read..

Why Finnacle Institute's CFA Pass Rates Consistently Outperform the Global Average -- and What That Says About How the Program Is Taught

| July 8, 2026 1:26:54 PM IST

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AITIGA review gains momentum as India, ASEAN push for faster conclusion of trade talks

New Delhi | July 8, 2026 12:57:03 PM IST

India and ASEAN have stepped up efforts to conclude the review of the ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA), with the Joint Committee directing negotiators to expedite the finalisation of outstanding chapters in a move expected to strengthen trade ... read..

India's beer industry contributes Rs 92,000 crore to GDP, supports farmers and 13 lakh jobs

New Delhi | July 8, 2026 12:27:47 PM IST

India's beer industry is emerging as a significant contributor to the country's economy, agriculture and employment, with industry leaders highlighting its growing investments, support for farmers and extensive domestic supply chains. ... read..

SBI Research calls for comprehensive overhaul of priority sector lending norms to align with Viksit Bharat goals

New Delhi | July 8, 2026 12:27:45 PM IST

Priority Sector Lending (PSL) guidelines need a comprehensive review to align with India's evolving financing needs and the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision, with greater focus on infrastructure, climate finance, renewable energy and higher lending limits across ... read..

Andhra eyes AI leadership: Nara Lokesh leads high-level talks with Samsung in South Korea

New Delhi | July 8, 2026 12:27:44 PM IST

Andhra Pradesh IT, Electronics and HRD Minister Nara Lokesh held discussions with senior executives of Samsung Electronics in South Korea, pitching the state as a potential hub for AI infrastructure, as per a statement by the Minister. ... read..

International Author Excellence Awards 2026 Honours Outstanding Authors in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

| July 8, 2026 12:27:33 PM IST

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Protean eGov Unveils New Campaign: eSignPro Digital Documentation ka Hero!

| July 8, 2026 11:57:39 AM IST

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Lloyds Realty Unveils Refreshed Brand Identity, Reflecting Its Evolution into a Premium, Future-Ready Real Estate Developer

| July 8, 2026 11:57:34 AM IST

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Mercom India Renewables Summit 2026 Concludes With CEO Calling for 1000 GW 10-Year Solar Roadmap to Support India's Energy Transition

| July 8, 2026 11:26:57 AM IST

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dsm-firmenich awards 2026 Nutrition Research Grant to five projects investigating the role of nutrients and bio-actives in supporting healthy longevity in Asia Pacific

| July 8, 2026 11:26:50 AM IST

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US Staffing Firm PTP Introduces Rebecca AI in India to solve hiring challenges

| July 8, 2026 11:26:48 AM IST

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PropertyGuru Group's 2025 Sustainability Report Reinforces its Commitment to More Resilient and Inclusive Urban Futures Across Southeast Asia

| July 8, 2026 10:58:08 AM IST

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UK's MLA College and Institute of Marine Engineers (India) Launch Strategic Partnership to Advance Maritime Education

| July 8, 2026 10:58:06 AM IST

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Monsoon recovery to support kharif sowing as rainfall activity improves: Report

New Delhi | July 8, 2026 10:58:03 AM IST

Improved monsoon momentum in July is expected to support the recovery of kharif sowing, while higher water availability and reservoir levels will likely mitigate the impact of uneven rainfall distribution across regions, according to a report by ICICI Ban ... read..

Fractal Selected as Preferred Services Partner in the Claude Partner Network

| July 8, 2026 10:58:01 AM IST

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Tredence Recognized as a Global Leader in ISG Provider Lens Snowflake Ecosystem Partners 2026

| July 8, 2026 10:57:59 AM IST

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IAA MOBILITY 2027 Registration Now Open - Record-Breaking Demand - More Than Half of Floor Space Already Accounted For

| July 8, 2026 10:57:58 AM IST

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Darwinbox and Neeyamo Partner to Deliver Global Payroll Across More Than 160 Countries Through One Unified Platform

| July 8, 2026 10:57:43 AM IST

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Sensex slips over 360 pts, Nifty below 24,300 as geopolitical tensions push crude prices higher

Mumbai (Maharashtra), | July 8, 2026 10:27:13 AM IST

Indian markets opened on a weak note on Wednesday as oil prices surged on renewed escalations in the US-Iran conflict. Both the benchmark indices opened with a gap-down with most sectoral indices trading in the negative territory. ... read..

The Art Limitless programme developed by BE OPEN encourages the intersection of the arts and the SDG#12

| July 8, 2026 10:26:55 AM IST

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Neeyamo and Darwinbox Join Forces to Redefine Global HR and Payroll Technology for Global Enterprises

| July 8, 2026 10:26:54 AM IST

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India, France hold first joint working group meeting on critical minerals cooperation

New Delhi | July 8, 2026 10:26:52 AM IST

France and India held the first India-France Joint Working Group on Critical Minerals in New Delhi and discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation in the exploration, processing, recycling of critical minerals and rare earth elements, as well as develop ... read..

Samsung posts record Q2 profit of USD 61 billion as AI chip demand drives earnings

Seoul | July 8, 2026 8:56:35 AM IST

South Korean consumer electronics giant Samsung has posted a record profit of USD 61 billion (89.4 trillion won) driven by strong demand for AI-related memory chips, as per a report by Korea Herald. ... read..

Cement sector likely to see sluggish volume growth in H1FY27 before H2 recovery: Report

New Delhi | July 8, 2026 8:27:00 AM IST

India's cement industry is expected to see subdued volume growth in H1FY27 as April 2026 price hikes are unlikely to offset the profitability decline, with weak demand and fresh supply additions during FY27-28 expected to keep prices under pressure, accor ... read..

Govt extends 'Aggressive' and 'Balanced' NPS fund choices to employees of Central Autonomous Bodies

New Delhi | July 8, 2026 2:57:16 AM IST

Employees of Central Autonomous Bodies covered under the National Pension System will now have access to two additional investment options that were earlier available only to Central Government staff. The move is aimed at giving more flexibility to align ... read..

Gadkari pitches hydrogen as India's next transport fuel: "I travel in a hydrogen car. It is better than Mercedes"

New Delhi | July 7, 2026 11:27:34 PM IST

Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday made a strong push for hydrogen-powered mobility, saying he is already using hydrogen vehicles and that trucks and buses running on the fuel are set to hit Indian roads soon. ... read..

India's power grid challenge shifting from power generation to flexibility; battery storage key solution: EAC-PM report

New Delhi | July 7, 2026 10:26:55 PM IST

India's power grid is no longer primarily constrained by electricity generation capacity but by its ability to respond quickly to changing demand, making battery storage the key solution for ensuring grid stability, according to a report by the Economic A ... read..

India must develop solar storage to avoid peak shortages and grid challenge: EAC-PM

New Delhi | July 7, 2026 9:56:49 PM IST

India's power system is no longer struggling to generate enough electricity. It is struggling to generate it at the right time, as per a new paper by the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister. ... read..

Govt committed to strengthening competitiveness of steel sector, unlocking new growth opportunities: Piyush Goyal

New Delhi | July 7, 2026 8:27:06 PM IST

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Tuesday said the government remains committed to strengthening the competitiveness of India's steel sector and unlocking new growth opportunities through close collaboration with industry stakeholder ... read..

Technical panel recommends phased rollout of Index of Services Production with trial release first

New Delhi | July 7, 2026 7:28:15 PM IST

A Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) constituted by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has recommended a phased rollout of the proposed Index of Services Production (ISP), with both the overall index and sub-sectoral indices t ... read..

RBI launches 115th round of Industrial Outlook Survey to assess manufacturing sector sentiment

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | July 7, 2026 7:28:11 PM IST

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Tuesday launched the 115th round of its Quarterly Industrial Outlook Survey (IOS) for the Indian manufacturing sector to assess business sentiment for the July-September 2026 quarter and gather expectations for the quart ... read..

Piramal Pharma's FY2026 Annual Report showcases global scale, innovation-led growth and sustainability milestones

| July 7, 2026 7:28:07 PM IST

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Petroleum Minister Puri says no issues with E20, rollout of E25 will depend on test results and stakeholder consultation

New Delhi | July 7, 2026 7:28:00 PM IST

Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri on Monday said reports of customer problems with E20 fuel are a "misrepresentation", and stressed that the move to a higher E25 blend will only happen after tests are completed and discussed ... read..

OPPO India Elevates Creative Photography with Reno16 Series featuring AI Portrait Camera and AI Remix Collage

| July 7, 2026 6:59:23 PM IST

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ACMA looks at China's automation, EV technologies to strengthen India's auto component industry

New Delhi | July 7, 2026 6:59:11 PM IST

India's auto component industry is looking to adopt lessons from China's advances in automation, battery supply chains and electronics manufacturing after an industry delegation visited the China Auto Show and several manufacturing facilities to study eme ... read..

Indian Coast Guard - Kerala & Mahe and Bisleri International Unite for Cleaner Coastlines and a Sustainable Future

| July 7, 2026 6:59:06 PM IST

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Hope to replicate Noida success in West Bengal, exploring data centre project: Atlantis Intelligence Director

New Delhi | July 7, 2026 6:59:04 PM IST

Atlantis Intelligence has established a strong operational base in Noida and hopes to replicate that success in West Bengal, although investment decisions will depend on policy implementation, the company's Director and Head of Operations, Saurya Vikram R ... read..

Govt targets disbursing Rs 500 cr under Research Development and Innovation Scheme by September: TDB Secretary

New Delhi | July 7, 2026 6:58:57 PM IST

The government is targeting the disbursement of around Rs 500 crore under the Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme by September as it steps up implementation of the flagship initiative aimed at boosting private sector-led research and innovati ... read..

Government Research Collaborations Strengthen Science and Engineering Education at Manav Rachna University

| July 7, 2026 6:58:44 PM IST

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Cochin Shipyard OFS subscribed 3.52 times on Day 1, Govt exercises full green-shoe option

New Delhi | July 7, 2026 6:58:42 PM IST

The Government of India's Offer for Sale (OFS) in Cochin Shipyard Ltd received an overwhelming response from investors on the first day, with the issue being subscribed 3.52 times, prompting the government to exercise the entire green-shoe option. ... read..

PUTHIYASARAL FOUNDATION Strengthens Commitment to Rural Development, Education, Wellness and Social Empowerment

| July 7, 2026 6:58:41 PM IST

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Shri Shishir Bajaj Honoured as "Maharashtra ka Gaurav" at the Viksit Bharat Conclave

| July 7, 2026 6:58:37 PM IST

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Why India's IT Sector Is at an Inflection Point -- The Invos Research Outlook for 2026

| July 7, 2026 6:58:35 PM IST

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DJI Brings Broadcast-Quality Content Creation Within Reach of India's Growing Creator Community

| July 7, 2026 6:28:54 PM IST

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Giftex unveils The Collectors' Cove: India's only collector-first destination celebrating remarkable works, objects and exceptional craftsmanship

| July 7, 2026 6:28:44 PM IST

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Bollywood Star Bhagyashree Supports World Animal Protection's Call to End Elephant Rides at Amer Fort in Jaipur

| July 7, 2026 6:28:43 PM IST

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Prayogtvisha Launches STEM Education Programme Pilot at SSV International School, Guntur

| July 7, 2026 6:28:41 PM IST

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Growth Centres Will Boost Pune's Economic Development & Employment, Says PMRDA Commissioner Dr Abhijit Chaudhari at PROP CONNECT 2026

| July 7, 2026 6:28:39 PM IST

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Pharmed Limited Enters Asia Book of Records with 10,451 Doctors Pledging to Screen and Manage Sarcopenia

| July 7, 2026 6:28:33 PM IST

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India should aim higher than $5 bn in toy market: FM Sitharaman urges industry to target bigger global market share

New Delhi | July 7, 2026 6:28:31 PM IST

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday called on the Indian toy industry to set more ambitious export goals, stating that India has the capability to capture a much larger slice of the projected USD 179 billion global toy market by 2032, ins ... read..

RBI launches 50th round of Services and Infrastructure Outlook Survey for July-September 2026

New Delhi | July 7, 2026 6:28:24 PM IST

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has launched the 50th round of its quarterly Services and Infrastructure Outlook Survey (SIOS) for the reference period July-September 2026, as per a statement by the apex bank on Tuesday. ... read..

Knowledgeum Academy Celebrates Outstanding IBDP Results with 100 percent Pass Rate and Top Score of 41

| July 7, 2026 6:28:20 PM IST

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NBFC credit growth accelerates to 14.2% in May; retail loans major contributor

New Delhi | July 7, 2026 5:58:03 PM IST

Credit extended by non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) grew 14.2 per cent year-on-year in May 2026 from 11.4 per cent a year ago with retail loans emerging as major credit contributor, as per a statement by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). ... read..

Assetz Announces Partnership with Rohan Bopanna Tennis Academy

| July 7, 2026 5:58:01 PM IST

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AI-driven governance essential for detecting fraud, managing high financial data volatility: Experts

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | July 7, 2026 5:57:57 PM IST

Industry leaders and financial experts highlighted the necessity of integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into financial reporting and corporate auditing while maintaining rigorous human oversight to safeguard against rising fraud risks. ... read..

Krazy Kratos Crowned Champions of KRAFTON India Rising Star Invitational 2026

| July 7, 2026 5:28:23 PM IST

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Reliance's Strand Life Sciences secures Indian patent for blood-based early cancer detection technology

New Delhi | July 7, 2026 5:28:20 PM IST

Strand Life Sciences, a subsidiary of Reliance Industries Limited, has been granted an Indian patent for its integrated platform that enables early cancer detection from a simple blood test using cell-free DNA (cfDNA) analysis, the company said in a press ... read..

Prince Narula and Yuvika Chaudhary Turn Online Speculation Into a Clever Campaign Reveal With AnyTime Astro

| July 7, 2026 5:28:14 PM IST

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Global Education Connect: International Academic Partnership Ceremony

| July 7, 2026 5:28:12 PM IST

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Raghunath Rapeen's 30-Day Journey with Sundeep Makthala Led to KAARV's USD 4 Million Investment

| July 7, 2026 5:28:04 PM IST

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'Hanuman Teaches Us That the Greatest Strength Is Selfless Service': Swami Abhedananda Sarasvati Ahead of Historic Durban Gathering

| July 7, 2026 4:58:31 PM IST

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Never Use a Safety Harness at Height- if Gravity is Your Friend!

| July 7, 2026 4:58:25 PM IST

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Axis Direct Issues Investor Advisory Against Fake Trading Groups and Impersonation Fraud

| July 7, 2026 4:58:23 PM IST

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NIS Management Limited Secures ?11.90 Cr Security Services Work Order in West Bengal

| July 7, 2026 4:58:21 PM IST

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DUSQ Makes Kickstarter History, Fastest Indian Healthtech Company to Hit USD 1 Million

| July 7, 2026 4:58:19 PM IST

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KRBL Ltd. Wins Two Prestigious Awards at Global Brand & Leadership Conclave 2026 in London

| July 7, 2026 4:58:16 PM IST

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Hical Technologies breaks ground on new aerospace, defence manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu's Hosur

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | July 7, 2026 4:58:08 PM IST

Hical Technologies has announced the groundbreaking of its new 160,000 sq ft manufacturing facility in Hosur, Tamil Nadu. ... read..

Andaman Tour Packages 2026-27: Booking Insights from Andaman TravelCare Show Growing Demand from Major Indian Cities

| July 7, 2026 4:29:11 PM IST

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Hema Malini Unveils Nidarshana Gowani's Media Support Unit to Champion Purpose-Driven Stories

| July 7, 2026 4:29:09 PM IST

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Entrepreneur Karan Bothara Honoured with Mahasanman Award by Gujarat Chief Minister

| July 7, 2026 4:29:07 PM IST

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India's UPI to integrate with Indonesia's payment system, says PM Modi

New Delhi | July 7, 2026 4:29:01 PM IST

India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) will be integrated with Indonesia's payment system, a move expected to make cross-border payments easier and strengthen trade, tourism and business between the two countries, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced ... read..

Sensex, Nifty end lower on Tuesday on profit booking and weak Asian markets ahead of US Fed minutes

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | July 7, 2026 4:28:58 PM IST

Indian equity markets ended marginally lower on Tuesday as investors booked profits in the second half of the trading session amid weakness across Asian markets and caution ahead of the release of the US Federal Reserve meeting minutes. ... read..

NFRA chief declines comment on Rajesh Exports' SEBI submission, says probe process is systematic

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | July 7, 2026 3:57:42 PM IST

National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA) Chairperson Nitin Gupta on Tuesday declined to comment on claims made by Rajesh Exports regarding the submission of records to market regulator SEBI, saying the matter falls within SEBI's jurisdiction. ... read..

PM-SETU expands nationwide; Rs 1,237 crore approved for ITI upgrades in Odisha, Gujarat and Telangana

New Delhi | July 7, 2026 3:57:34 PM IST

The Centre has approved the rollout of PM-SETU (Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs) across 200 ITI clusters and cleared Strategic Investment Plans worth Rs 1,237.58 crore to upgrade industrial training institute ... read..

Piyush Goyal hails Jharkhand's Amrapali mangoes debuting in Dubai; Export initiative yields 180% higher returns for women farmers

New Delhi | July 7, 2026 3:28:11 PM IST

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the commercial export of two metric tonnes of Amrapali mangoes from Jharkhand to Dubai. ... read..

79 Percent Indians Avoid Unknown Business Calls, Reveals Truecaller and Tata Tele Business Services Report

| July 7, 2026 3:28:06 PM IST

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Teen Ekka: A Legacy of Trust Since 1931

| July 7, 2026 3:28:04 PM IST

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ESYGO Wins "EV Charging Network of the Year" at India EV Awards 2026

| July 7, 2026 3:28:02 PM IST

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Critical minerals to drive next phase of India-Australia economic ties under ECTA: Rubix Report

New Delhi | July 7, 2026 3:27:53 PM IST

India and Australia are poised to deepen their economic partnership beyond traditional trade, with critical minerals expected to emerge as the next major pillar of bilateral cooperation under the India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (E ... read..

HCLTech achieves ISO/IEC 42001:2023 Certification demonstrating leadership in Responsible AI

| July 7, 2026 3:27:51 PM IST

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Former Indian Revenue Service Commissioner Avinash Pushkarna Launches Third Novel, Annihilation of Vortex, A Gripping Geopolitical Thriller

| July 7, 2026 3:27:46 PM IST

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Mayank Cattle Food Limited Announces 1:1 Bonus Issue

| July 7, 2026 3:27:44 PM IST

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GIFT City partners with Vietnamese financial institutional firm to exchange knowledge and signs multiple MoUs

New Delhi | July 7, 2026 2:58:40 PM IST

Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) on Tuesday said that it has entered into a partnership with Vietnam International Financial Center-Da Nang (VIFC-DN), a newly established financial hub, to share institutional knowledge and best practices ... read..

AI, clean energy push may trigger new commodity supercycle: Report

New Delhi | July 7, 2026 2:58:35 PM IST

Investments in artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure, the global clean energy transition and supply-chain reshoring could trigger a new commodity supercycle, creating long-term opportunities in copper, power infrastructure and electrification-relate ... read..

Delhi Metro sets up subsidiary to expand transit consultancy, operations business globally

New Delhi | July 7, 2026 2:58:33 PM IST

Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has set up a wholly-owned subsidiary, Delhi Metro International Limited (DMIL), to expand its consultancy, operations and maintenance business in India and overseas, as it looks to leverage its experience in building an ... read..

India's auto component sector grows 12.7% in FY26, but imports outpace exports: ACMA

New Delhi | July 7, 2026 2:58:30 PM IST

India's auto component industry grew strongly by 12.7 per cent in FY26 with exports growing 5 per cent, however, imports grew faster than exports, widening trade deficit, as per a report by Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India. ... read..

ECLGS 5.0 mobilises Rs 1.55 lakh crore guaranteed amount; MSMEs secure 98% of guarantees

New Delhi | July 7, 2026 2:58:17 PM IST

The recently launched Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS) 5.0 has rapidly deployed critical liquidity across the Indian business ecosystem, recording over 4.11 lakh guarantees with the total guaranteed amount surging past Rs 1.55 lakh crore. ... read..

GECO Launches its First Brand Film, 'The Geco Tales: The Castaway'

| July 7, 2026 2:58:12 PM IST

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Bhadora Industries Reports 226% YoY Growth in Q1 FY27 Net Sales

| July 7, 2026 2:58:10 PM IST

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GD Goenka University Hosted a Special Convocation for International Students, Celebrating Global Academic Excellence

| July 7, 2026 3:27:48 PM IST

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Chettinad Group Contributes Rs 3 Crore to Tamil Nadu CM's Public Relief Fund

| July 7, 2026 2:58:06 PM IST

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