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Street vendor push: Loan hike, credit cards okayed | India News

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Govt has approved higher subsidised loans for street vendors under the second phase of PM SVANidhi scheme and expanded its coverage by bringing around 50 lakh more beneficiaries under its ambit. TOI has learnt that the proposal to enable around 11 beneficiaries who have paid the first two tranches of subsidised loans […]

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All food business operators must display licence: FSSAI

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: All food business operators, including restaurant and dhaba owners, will have to display licences at an appropriate place on their premises, FSSAI directed on Friday. Operators should also display the QR code of a mobile app meant for complaints, the regulator said, adding that these would be routed to the jurisdictional authority

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Why Black entrepreneurs flock to Martha’s Vineyard every August

[ad_1] Sign at Martha’s Vineyard Airport, Massachusetts Cindygoff | Istock | Getty Images Martha’s Vineyard has long been a summer vacation destination for Black families, but August in the Massachusetts beach community is becoming an important hub for Black entrepreneurs, investors and financial firms, too. “I would say the magic of it is really about

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Trump’s tariff hit: India among dozens to be impacted after new deadline – 10 key takeaways for the world from the fresh White House order

[ad_1] In another move aimed at trade enforcement, the US has unveiled a comprehensive revision of global tariff rates, targeting several countries and territories along with the European Union.The move, formalised via an executive order signed by President Donald Trump, marks a shift from negotiation-driven tariffs to a more systemic, penalty-oriented approach.The revised rates —

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Volvo Car India introduces refreshed XC60 SUV at ₹71.9 lakh

[ad_1] Volvo Car India on Friday introduced the refreshed XC60 Mild Hybrid SUV, at an introductory ex-showroom price of ₹71,90,000.  “The XC60 has consistently been one of our most successful models globally, and in India, it has garnered immense customer appreciation. With the latest Refreshed XC60, we are elevating the user experience to the next level,

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Andhra Pradesh allots land for WTC, Sify data centre in Vizag

[ad_1] BVM Energy and Residency Private Limited, a Kapil Group Entity, has been allocated 10 acres out of the 30 acres earmarked to set up the World Trade Centre facility at Visakhapatnam. The Andhra Pradesh government issued an order on Friday, allotting land at Yendada near Visakhapatnam to set up the facility. The company has

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Front‑running scam: ED raids in 7 cities linked to ex‑Axis MF employee, illegal gains of over Rs 200 crore exposed

[ad_1] The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday, August 1, conducted search operations at several premises across seven cities, Delhi, Gurugram, Kolkata, Ludhiana, Ahmedabad, Bhavnagar, and Bhuj as part of an investigation into a large-scale front-running scam involving an ex-employee of Axis Mutual Fund. The action was conducted under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002.

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Assam: PM Modi to visit state on September 8, inaugurate Rs 4,200 crore bio-refinery

[ad_1] Assam Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Assam on September 8 and will inaugurate a bio refinery at Numaligarh. Sarma, while addressing a press conference held at Lok Sewa Bhawan in Guwahati, said, “Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate a bio refinery at Numaligarh,

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TN Govt, IIT Madras to set up Semicon fab facility, announces seed funding of ₹100 crore

[ad_1] TRB Rajaa, TN Industry Minister and V Kamakoti, Director, IIT Madras at a press conference in Chennai to announce the launch of a Centre for Advanced Semiconductor Technologies, at IIT Madras | Photo Credit: BIJOY GHOSH The Tamil Nadu State government has announced plans to launch a Centre for Advanced Semiconductor Technologies, which will

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H.D. Deve Gowda Slams Donald Trump for “Baseless” remarks against Indian economy

[ad_1] In a strongly worded public statement, Shri H.D. Deve Gowda, Former Prime Minister of India and a sitting Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha, criticised U.S. President Donald Trump for making what he termed as “baseless and ill-tempered remarks” on India and its economy. “Even a small trader and a poor farmer in

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Trunk Tools uses AI to reduce construction errors and waste

[ad_1] A worker inside a residential building under construction in the Las Palmas neighborhood of Medellin, Colombia, on Wednesday, July 16, 2025. Esteban Vanegas | Bloomberg | Getty Images A version of this article first appeared in the CNBC Property Play newsletter with Diana Olick. Property Play covers new and evolving opportunities for the real

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Centre’s July 2025 GST revenue up 7.5% to ₹1.96 lakh crore

[ad_1] Image for representational purposes only. | Photo Credit: Getty Images The Central government’s gross revenue from the Goods and Services Tax (GST) grew to ₹1.96 lakh crore in July, up 7.5% from the collections in July last year, and 6% higher than the collections in June 2025. Refunds under the system, however, surged by

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How much are Southwest’s new assigned seats? It depends

[ad_1] Southwest Airlines new premium seats featuring extra legroom. Leslie Josephs/CNBC Southwest Airlines‘ first assigned seats went on sale this week for flights starting Jan. 27 of next year. What you’ll pay will vary. The price depends on the route, when you’re traveling and where you sit. Selecting your ideal seats can add hundreds of

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Family offices use structured pay to keep executives for the long term

[ad_1] Maskot | Maskot | Getty Images A version of this article first appeared in CNBC’s Inside Wealth newsletter with Robert Frank, a weekly guide to the high-net-worth investor and consumer. Sign up to receive future editions, straight to your inbox. Family offices are ramping up the war for talent, creating new incentive plans for top executives

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Capgemini Engineering CEO William Rozé departs from the Group

[ad_1] Capgemini has announced that William Rozé, CEO of Capgemini Engineering and Group Executive Board member, has decided to leave the Group to pursue other projects. Capgemini and Rozé agreed on his departure, effective from July 31. He has relinquished his responsibilities within the Group and his successor will be announced in the coming weeks,

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US announces new tariffs on India & others; marks new era of American protectionism

[ad_1] US president signed an executive order that raised tariffs for over five dozen countries with Washington’s negotiations for trade deals went down to the wire ahead of the August 1 deadline | Photo Credit: bugphai US President Donald Trump unveiled sweeping new tariffs on dozens of countries including 25 per cent duties for goods

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Big Tech’s acquihire deals face regulatory scrutiny, outgoing EU antitrust official says

[ad_1] Last month Google hired staff members from AI code generation startup Windsurf [File] | Photo Credit: REUTERS Big Tech deals to acquire skills rather than major companies may soon come under the regulatory scrutiny they previously avoided, the outgoing head of the European Commission’s antitrust unit said. Acquihires, in which Big Tech hires start-ups’

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It’s raining NFOs! At least 10 new mutual fund schemes set to launch in August – check details

[ad_1] It’s raining NFOs in the monsoon. At least 10 new mutual fund schemes are slated for launch this month. (AI image) Mumbai: It’s raining NFOs in the monsoon. At least 10 new mutual fund schemes are slated for launch this month. This is in addition to the 10 ongoing NFOs that were launched in

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ED summons Anil Ambani for questioning on August 5 in loan ‘fraud’ case

[ad_1] Anil Ambani, chairman of the Reliance Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group | Photo Credit: PRASHANT WAYDANDE The Enforcement Directorate has summoned Reliance Group Chairman Anil Ambani for questioning on August 5 in an alleged loan fraud-linked money laundering case against his group companies, official sources said on Friday. Ambani, 66, has been asked to depose

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Indian state refiners pause Russian oil purchases, sources say amid Trump’s tariffs

[ad_1] Image used for representation purpose only. Indian Oil Corp, Hindustan Petroleum Corp, Bharat Petroleum Corp and Mangalore Refinery Petrochemical Ltd — have not sought Russian crude in the past week or so | Photo Credit: Reuters Indian state refiners have stopped buying Russian oil in the past week as discounts narrowed this month and

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Trump asks drugmakers to cut U.S. prices within 60 days

[ad_1] U.S. President Donald Trump, U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, David Sacks, AI & Crypto Czar and Amy Gleason, Acting Administrator, Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) attend the “Making Health Technology Great Again” event in the East

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How wealthy yacht buyers plan to avoid the European tariffs

[ad_1] Superyachts in Port Hercules, Monaco. John Lamb | The Image Bank | Getty Images A version of this article first appeared in CNBC’s Inside Wealth newsletter with Robert Frank, a weekly guide to the high-net-worth investor and consumer. Sign up to receive future editions, straight to your inbox. American boat buyers and European shipyards are scrambling

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IT Dept surveys Nuvama Wealth Management over links with Jane Street

[ad_1] Income Tax Department conducted a survey at various offices of Nuvama Wealth Management Ltd, linked to Jane Street’s market manipulation on July 31, 2025, according to sources. Income Tax Department conducted a survey at various offices of Nuvama Wealth Management Ltd, linked to Jane Street’s market manipulation on July 31, 2025, according to sources.

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Eli Lilly’s Mounjaro shows similar heart health benefits as Trulicity

[ad_1] Mounjaro manufactured by Eli Lilly and Company packaging is seen in this illustration photo taken in a pharmacy in Krakow, Poland on April 9, 2024. Nurphoto | Nurphoto | Getty Images Eli Lilly on Thursday said its blockbuster diabetes drug Mounjaro showed heart health benefits in a late-stage trial directly comparing it to the

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DLF retains title as India’s most valuable real estate company followed by Lodha, Taj parent IHCL

[ad_1] With a value of ₹2.1 lakh crore, DLF Ltd. has retained its title as India’s most valuable real estate company in the 2025 GROHE- HURUN India Real Estate 150, which was released on Thursday. As per the report, Lodha Group (₹1.4 lakh crore) and Indian Hotels Company Ltd. (₹1.1 lakh crore) are the second and third most valuable companies respectively. 

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Framework for spectrum allocation for satcom in place: Scindia

[ad_1] Union Minister of Communications Jyotiraditya M Scindia | Photo Credit: PTI The government on Thursday said that Elon Musk-led Starlink has received its licence to launch satellite communication (satcom) services in India, and a framework for spectrum allocation was also in place for a smooth rollout. The announcement coincided with the 30th anniversary of

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CVS Health (CVS) earnings report Q2 2025

[ad_1] CVS Health on Thursday reported second-quarter earnings and revenue that topped estimates and raised its adjusted profit outlook, as it sees strength in its retail pharmacy business and some improvement in its insurance unit.  Shares of the retail drugstore chain jumped more than 1% on Thursday. The company now expects fiscal 2025 adjusted earnings

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Tata Capital to file final papers next week for ₹18,000 cr IPO

[ad_1] The IPO also assumes greater significance as its monetisation will be used to part fund Tata Motors’ recent acquisition of Italy’s Iveco Group, giving it significant presence in Europe’s commercial vehicles market.  Tata Capital’s initial public offer has received regulatory approval, and the final updated prospectus is likely to be filed as early as

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Google offers new policy to accommodate real-money gaming apps on Google Play

[ad_1] The changes will also be integrated into Google’s Ad policy that earlier allegedly restricted RMG apps other than DFS and Rummy from advertising on its platform.  | Photo Credit: REUTERS Google LLC on Thursday proposed to come up with specific criteria for onboarding real-money gaming (RMG) apps on Google Play platform to address the

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U.S. tariffs: Garment exporters fear slowdown in orders

[ad_1] Apparel exports from India to the U.S. are expected to slowdown till a bilateral trade agreement (BTA) is signed between the two countries. Sudhir Sekhri, chairman of AEPC, said in a release that the U.S. tariff of 25% is higher than what was expected. The BTA should hopefully be concluded by October-December 2025. “The penalty

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Best Buy, Ikea test new kitchen concept in U.S. stores

[ad_1] The logo of Best Buy and Ikea on shopping carts. Getty Images Best Buy said Thursday it will test mini-showrooms in some of its stores featuring Ikea products to show off kitchen design elements from the home retailer beside home appliances from the electronics store. Beginning this fall, the program will debut in 10

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JPMorgan marks 1,000th branch opening since 2018 expansion plans

[ad_1] A new JPMorgan Chase branch in Charlotte, North Carolina. Courtesy: JPMorgan Chase JPMorgan Chase has built 1,000 new branches in seven years. That’s more locations than most of its competitors operate in total.  The bank is marking the milestone opening in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Thursday where Chairman and CEO Jamie Dimon is attending

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‘Costing our country trillions of dollars’: Donald Trump calls Jerome Powell ‘too stupid’ after rate decision; central bank holds rates steady for fifth straight time

[ad_1] President Donald Trump lashed out at Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell on Thursday, accusing him of being “too stupid” and “too political” for the job after the central bank opted to keep interest rates unchanged for the fifth consecutive meeting.“Jerome “Too Late” Powell has done it again!!! He is TOO LATE, and actually, TOO

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Moderna to slash 10% of workforce amid Covid vaccine sales

[ad_1] The Moderna Inc. headquarters in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on March 26, 2024. Adam Glanzman | Bloomberg | Getty Images Moderna on Thursday said it plans to slash roughly 10% of its global workforce by the end of the year, as Covid shot sales continue to dwindle and the company grapples with uncertainty in the vaccine

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Covid vaccine makers Moderna BioNTech stocks, mRNA strategies diverge

[ad_1] A researcher works in the lab at the Moderna Inc. headquarters in Cambridge, Massachusetts, US, on Tuesday, March 26, 2024.  Adam Glanzman | Bloomberg | Getty Images The Covid-19 pandemic turned Moderna and BioNTech into household names almost overnight. Now the two companies are on different paths. Both Moderna and BioNTech helped pioneer mRNA,

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‘India set to be third largest economy’, says Piyush Goyal after Donald Trump’s ‘dead economy’ jibe; reiterates national interest important

[ad_1] Piyush Goyal said that India will protect its national interest while pursuing any trade deal. Commerce minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday said that India will protect its national interest while pursuing any trade deal with world economies. Goyal’s comments in the Parliament come after US announced a 25% tariff on India. In what appeared

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Income Tax Dept conducts survey operation in case against Jane Street

[ad_1] Trading firm Jane Street’s logo. | Photo Credit: Reuters The Income Tax Department on Thursday (July 31, 2025) conducted a survey operation at the premises of some broking companies as part of an alleged tax evasion probe against Jane Street, the U.S.-based proprietary trading firm accused of market manipulation, official sources said. Sources stated

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MLB taps NASCAR to help grow baseball with Speedway Classic

[ad_1] MLB will be playing its first ever baseball game at Bristol Motor Speedway in Tennessee. MLB Major League Baseball is taking America’s pastime to an iconic NASCAR track, and the game is set to top league attendance records. On Saturday, MLB will play its first-ever game in Tennessee as part of the MLB Speedway

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Housing sales volume down 5% in H1 across top 8 cities, up 9% in value: CREDAI

[ad_1] Housing market is witnessing “premiumisation” across major cities | Photo Credit: iStockphoto Housing sales fell 5 per cent to 2.53 lakh units during the first six months of this year but increased 9 per cent in value terms to ₹3.59 lakh crore across eight major cities, according to a CREDAI and CRE Matrix report.

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‘Very Serious Matter, Could Destroy Our Trade’: Tharoor, Chidambaram slam Trump’s 25% tariff on India

[ad_1] A day after US President Donald Trump announced a 25 per cent tariff on all Indian exports starting August 1, senior Congress leaders Shashi Tharoor and P. Chidambaram hit out at the move, warning it could severely damage India’s trade with the United States. Tharoor called the development “very serious” and warned it could

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China summons chip giant Nvidia over alleged security risks

[ad_1] Nvidia this month became the first company to hit $4 trillion in market value: a new milestone in Wall Street’s bet that AI will transform the global economy [File] | Photo Credit: REUTERS Chinese authorities summoned Nvidia representatives on Thursday to discuss “serious security issues” over some of its artificial intelligence chips, as the

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How the U.S. 25% tariff plus penalty on India impacts India’s textile, IT, auto, and pharma stocks

[ad_1] A man walks past a screen displaying U.S. President Donald Trump, at the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE). | Photo Credit: Reuters Textile, IT, auto and pharma stocks were trading lower on Thursday (July 31, 2025) after U.S. President Donald Trump announced the imposition of a 25% tariff on all goods coming from India starting

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‘Busy day’ at White House: 25% tariff on India; ‘dead economies’ jibe, trade deal with Pakistan & more – Key points

[ad_1] US President Donald Trump (AP) NEW DELHI: It was a “busy day” at the White House on Wednesday as US President Donald Trump rolled out a series of key announcements, including a 25% tariff and additional penalties on India. At the same time, he offered to assist India’s hostile neighbour Pakistan in developing its

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Oil marketing companies to increase fuel discount for MSRTC buses

[ad_1] State-run oil marketing companies have decided to increase the fuel discount for the loss-making Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) from August 1, officials said. The move is expected to save around ₹12 crore a year. “The Indian Oil and the Bharat Petroleum have agreed to increase the discount on diesel supplied to MSRTC

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Top stocks to buy today: Stock recommendations for July 31, 2025 – check list

[ad_1] Top stocks to buy today (AI image) Top stock market recommendations: According to Aakash K Hindocha, Deputy Vice President – WM Research, Nuvama Professional Clients Group, Jindal Steel, Ajanta Pharma, and Godrej Agrovet are the top buy calls for today. Here’s his view on Nifty, Bank Nifty and the top stock picks for July

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Trade deal delay triggers Trump’s 25% tariff on India, says economic adviser

[ad_1] White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett | Photo Credit: KEN CEDENO/Reuters US President Donald Trump is “frustrated” with the lack of progress on trade talks with India and feels that the 25 per cent tariff imposed on the country will “address and remedy” the situation, the White House economic adviser suggested on Wednesday. National

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U.S. sanctions hit Indian companies over Iran oil trade

[ad_1] Oil tankers pass through the Strait of Hormuz. File. | Photo Credit: Reuters The United States has imposed sanctions on at least half a dozen Indian companies accused of trading in Iranian petroleum and petrochemicals as part of broader action targeting 20 entities worldwide. The U.S. Department of State announced the sanctions on Wednesday

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Plugzmart launches relay to boost EV charger visibility across multiple CMS platforms

[ad_1] IIT Madras-incubated startup Plugzmart has launched Relay, a middleware platform that allows a single public EV charger to connect with multiple Charging Management Systems | Photo Credit: VELANKANNI RAJ B/The Hindu IIT Madras-incubated EV Charger company Plugzmart has introduced Relay – a platform that allows a single public EV charger to connect with multiple

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Apartment rents drop in July as vacancies move to multiyear high

[ad_1] A sign on the side of a building in Hell’s Kitchen, New York City, advertising an apartment is available for rent through a real estate broker.  Deb Cohn-Orbach | UCG | Universal Images Group | Getty Images The massive surge of new apartment supply in the last few years is still being absorbed, and

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“Will PM Modi now grow a spine?”: KC Venugopal demands explanation from Centre on US’ 25% tariff on India

[ad_1] New Delhi: Congress MP K.C. Venugopal and others amid rain during the Monsoon session of Parliament, in New Delhi, Tuesday, July 29, 2025. (PTI Photo) | Photo Credit: PTI New Delhi [India], July 30 (ANI): Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal on Wednesday slammed the Central government after the US imposed 25 per cent tariffs

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India-US trade: Experts warn of GDP hit due to Donald Trump tariffs; pharma, auto sectors may take a hit

[ad_1] File photo: US President Donald Trump (Picture credit: PTI) India’s economy could take a hit from the United States’ decision to impose a 25 per cent tariff on all Indian goods starting August 1, alongside an unspecified penalty for its purchases of Russian oil and military equipment. As per news agency PTI, trade and

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DOJ drops charges against Fat Brands, Andy Wiederhorn

[ad_1] Andy Wiederhorn, former Fatburger CEO. CNBC The Justice Department is dropping its case against Fat Brands and its chair Andy Wiederhorn. In May 2024, the company and Wiederhorn were indicted by a federal grand jury in Los Angeles on charges of wire fraud, tax evasion and other counts related to what prosecutors alleged was

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M&M Q1 net profit rises 24% to ₹4,083 crore

[ad_1] On a standalone basis, the company’s first quarter net profit grew 32% YoY to ₹3,450 crore. Revenue grew 26% to ₹34,143 crore. | Photo Credit: SUDHAKARA JAIN Despite several macroeconomic challenges, including geopolitical disruptions, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. reported a first-quarter consolidated net profit of ₹4,083 crore representing a 24% rise from ₹3,283 crore

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Cinemark to add 20 ScreenX locations in premium moviegoing push

[ad_1] ScreenX is the world’s first multi-projection cinema with an immersive 270 degree field of view. CJ 4DPLEX Singing witches and blue aliens are set to hit the big screen before the end of the year and bring in droves of moviegoers. Cinemark is preparing for the high demand by adding more unique premium screens

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Architecture firms report decline in billings for commercial real estate

[ad_1] Two architecture teachers discuss a student’s final project work. Erdark | E+ | Getty Images A version of this article first appeared in the CNBC Property Play newsletter with Diana Olick. Property Play covers new and evolving opportunities for the real estate investor, from individuals to venture capitalists, private equity funds, family offices, institutional

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‘Exercise Suraksha Chakra’ kicks off in Delhi-NCR: 3-day mega disaster drill underway

[ad_1] A three-day joint disaster management exercise, ‘Exercise Suraksha Chakra’, is being held today at Manekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantonment, with an aim to enhance disaster preparedness and coordination in the National Capital Region (NCR). Conducted by the Headquarters Delhi Area, the exercise is also organized in coordination with the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and State

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ICAI signs MoUs with NSE IFSC, IVCA to boost investor awareness

[ad_1]  ICAI President Charanjot Singh Nanda emphasized that the collaborations will drive economic transformation by improving financial governance, reporting, and investor empowerment. Chartered accountants’ apex body ICAI on Wednesday inked initial pacts with NSE IFSC Ltd (NSE IX) and the Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association (IVCA) as part of advancing investor education and professional

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India-US trade deal: Will India face 20-25% Trump tariffs from August 1? Top 10 things to know

[ad_1] Donald Trump administration officials have indicated that more negotiations are needed with India before a trade deal can be sealed. India-US trade deal: With just two days remaining until US President Donald Trump’s reciprocal tariff deadline, the possibility of a trade deal between India and America is dimming, though officials have not ruled out

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Government to expand train coaches, commited to low-income families, middle class through

[ad_1] In a response to a question in Parliament regarding the augmentation of general class coaches in an express train service, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Wednesday reiterated the government’s broader commitment to the welfare of middle-class and low-income families. The minister stated that a reply had already been given to the specific query raised

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TN Manoharan, the man who helped in revival of Satyam Computers, passes away

[ad_1] T.N. Manoharan (file photo) | Photo Credit: BIJOY GHOSH Padma Shri awardee and chartered accountant TN Manoharan (69), the former chairman of Canara Bank and the man behind revival of Satyam Computers, passed away in Mumbai on Thursday morning. Highly regarded for his financial acumen and work ethics, Manoharan was the Government Nominee Director

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Heavy rain lashes Rajasthan, CM Sharma directs District collectors to stay alert

[ad_1] Heavy rain continued to lash parts of Rajasthan for the second day on Wednesday, leading to waterlogging in low-lying areas and causing traffic jams, much to the inconvenience of commuters. Roads across the city were submerged and many residential colonies reported flooding. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has directed District Collectors and officials to remain on

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‘Some people are uncomfortable with history’: EAM Jaishankar slams Congress over Indus Water Treaty

[ad_1] External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday criticised Congress, saying they are “uncomfortable with history,” while speaking about India’s decision to put the Indus Water Treaty in abeyance following the Pahalgam terror attack. Jaishankar highlighted Congress’s “mistakes” in the Rajya Sabha over the handling of the treaty while emphasising how essential this agreement was.

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Amarnath Yatra to remain suspended from Jammu on Thursday

[ad_1] People during the annual pilgrimage to the holy cave shrine of Amarnath, in Anantnag district, Jammu & Kashmir (filephoto) | Photo Credit: – Authorities on Wednesday announced that the Amarnath Yatra will be suspended from Jammu on Thursday due to the inclement weather conditions. “In view of the inclement weather conditions on the yatra

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Indian contract manufacturers go global: Firms capitalise on tariff-led supply gaps; analysts flag ROI risks

[ad_1] Indian electronic contract manufacturers are expanding globally through acquisitions and strategic partnerships to gain access to clients in the US, Europe, and other international markets. They are capitalising on supply chain disruptions triggered by tariff-related shifts, particularly those involving China. These companies are leveraging the current trade environment to acquire technologies and capabilities that

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Starbucks (SBUX) Q3 2025 earnings

[ad_1] Starbucks on Tuesday reported its sixth straight quarter of same-store sales declines as the company implements a turnaround strategy. CEO Brian Niccol said in a statement that the company’s comeback is ahead of schedule, based on his past experience, which includes turning around Chipotle Mexican Grill after a series of food-safety scandals. “While our

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Starbucks rolls out Green Apron Service ahead of earnings

[ad_1] As companies lean into value offerings and buzzy beverages to lure price-sensitive consumers, Starbucks is doubling down on its plans to get back to basics by leaning into hospitality at its cafes. The coffee giant aims to stand out on guest experience in a cutthroat consumer environment as it tries to boost lackluster sales.

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Nike loses head of North America women’s business to Athleta

[ad_1] A Nike and Athleta store. Kylie Cooper | Reuters | Michael Brochstein | SOPA Images | LightRocket | Getty Images Gap’s Athleta has tapped the head of Nike’s women’s business in North America as its next CEO, delivering a blow to the sneaker company as it tries to win back more female shoppers.  Maggie

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United Airlines flight attendants vote down contract

[ad_1] United Airline flight attendants picketed outside Terminal B at Logan Airport, seeking a new contract. John Tlumacki | Boston Globe | Getty Images United Airlines flight attendants voted down a new labor contract that called for immediate raises of at least 26% and other quality-of-life improvements, their union said Tuesday. The flight attendants’ last

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Air India starts online yoga for stressed crew members; pilots say address real issues

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Air India has begun conducting “online yoga” classes for its crew members, including pilots who have been under severe psychological stress post the June 12 Ahmedabad crash. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) had soon after that accident directed major Indian carriers to hold post trauma mental health workshop for their

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Interrupted growth: On economic activity, climate-related events 

[ad_1] The Index of Industrial Production (IIP), the nation’s monthly barometer of goods output, revealed a 10-month low growth rate in June, at 1.5%, largely due to the sharp contraction in mining activity, by –8.7% (10.3% in June 2024), and electricity output, by –2.6% (8.6% in June 2024). The early onset of the southwest monsoon,

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RIL sets up JV with ONGC, BP for exploration off western coast

[ad_1] Reliance Industries Ltd. (RIL) has entered into a Joint Operating Agreement with Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd. (ONGC) and BP Exploration (Alpha) Ltd. (BP) for the exploration Block GS-OSHP-2022/2 (Block). This Block located off the western coast in Saurashtra basin and was awarded to RIL, ONGC and BP as part of Hydrocarbon Exploration and

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Jagatjit Industries starts commercial production of grain-based ethanol

[ad_1] Jagatjit Industries Ltd. said it has commenced commercial production at its 200‑kilolitre‑per‑day (KLPD) grain‑based ethanol distillery, housed within the company’s complex at Hamira in Punjab. At full capacity, it could supply up to 65–70 million litre of ethanol per year, directly supporting the government’s 20% ethanol blending target under the National Policy on Biofuels. Roshini Sanah Jaiswal, Promoter

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Meghnad Desai, eminent Indian-born economist and author, dies at 85

[ad_1] Lord Meghnad Desai. File | Photo Credit: The Hindu Lord Meghnad Desai, a “multifaceted personality”, eminent economist, holder of India’s third-highest civilian honour, and a member of the United Kingdom’s House of Lords has passed away on Tuesday (July 29, 2025), at the age of 85. Commenting on the loss, Prime Minister Narendra Modi

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IIIT-Hyderabad launches SARAL AI to turn research papers into video presentations

[ad_1] Designed to assist academicians, students, and analysts, the platform uses models like Gemini and Claude to summarise documents, and Sarvam’s Text-to-Speech engine to generate voiceovers. A team of researchers at the International Institute of Information Technology (IIIT-Hyderabad) has developed an AI platform, SARAL AI, that can convert research papers into summarised video presentations. The

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“No leader asked Bharat to stop operation,” Modi on Trump’s truce claim

[ad_1] Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks during the discussion on Operation Sindoor in the Lok Sabha, during the Monsoon Session of Parliament, in New Delhi. | Photo Credit: ANI Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the first time on Tuesday countered US President Donald Trump’s claim on brokering peace between India and Pakistan by asserting that

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SC fixes Presidential Reference hearing from August 19, to first hear TN and Kerala on maintainability

[ad_1] The Union government would be heard on August 19, 20, 21, and 26.  | Photo Credit: Sushil Kumar Verma The Supreme Court on Tuesday agreed to hear first a challenge raised by Tamil Nadu and Kerala against the maintainability of a Presidential Reference questioning the power of the court to draw timelines for the

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UnitedHealth Group (UNH) earnings report Q2 2025

[ad_1] UnitedHealthcare signage is displayed on an office building in Phoenix, Arizona, on July 19, 2023. Patrick T. Fallon | Afp | Getty Images UnitedHealth Group on Tuesday issued a 2025 outlook that fell short of Wall Street’s expectations, as the company’s insurance unit continues to grapple with higher medical costs. Shares of UnitedHealth Group

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Johnson Lifts to invest ₹250 crore in R&D for high-speed elevators

[ad_1] Representative image. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto Johnson Lifts Ltd, manufacturers of elevators and escalators, will be upgrading its Research and Development (R&D) unit with an investment of ₹250 crore to develop and test lifts with speeds exceeding 4 meters per second. This investment will happen over the next 2-3 years. “We have opened

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Health Ministry Fake LinkedIn Profile Alert: Government exposes fake LinkedIn profile impersonating Health Ministry

[ad_1] The Centre on Tuesday debunked fake profiles impersonating the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on the professional networking site LinkedIn. Taking to the social media platform X, the Press and Information Bureau’s (PIB) Fact Check team informed that the Ministry of Health does not have an account on LinkedIn. It also requested people

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Operation Sindoor continues, India has full faith in its Armed Forces: PM Modi in Lok Sabha

[ad_1] India has full faith in its Armed Forces, their courage, and their capabilities, PM Narendra Modi said in a speical disussion in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday. The Indian Forces successfully destroyed terror infrastructure across the border, navigating and destroying several locations never accessed before, said the PM. India has proven that nuclear blackmailing does not

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From field to cup, what goes into the making of the pricey Makaibari tea

[ad_1] Perfect timing and planetary alignment is paramount to the plucking of this exclusive tea | Photo Credit: Srikrishnan PC A taste of tea, at ₹40,000 a kg? Yes, if you are sipping Silver Tips Imperial from the Makaibari tea estate. It takes a visit to the exclusive estate in Kurseong, nestling in the foothills

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Hybrids as a fake proxy for EV—a roadblock on India’s path to clean air

[ad_1] By promoting petrol-based hybrid vehicles, policymakers risk using hybrids as a fake proxy for EV. While hybrids may be slightly more fuel-efficient than other petrol cars, they still run on petrol, still emit harmful NOx and PM2.5, and still contribute to the very pollution crisis the country is trying to solve.(for representational purposes only)

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Palantir, the AI giant that preaches U.S. dominance

[ad_1] Palantir, an American data analysis and artificial intelligence company, has emerged as Silicon Valley’s latest tech darling: one that makes no secret of its macho, America-first ethos now ascendant in Trump-era tech culture. The company’s reach spans the global economy, with banks, hospitals, the U.S. government, and the Israeli military among its ever-expanding client

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Operation Mahadev: 3 Pahalgam attackers brought to justice, says Amit Shah in Lok Sabha

[ad_1] Pahalgam Terror Attack, Operation Mahadev: In a major announcement in the Lok Sabha, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday informed the House that the three terrorists responsible for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack had been eliminated in a joint operation conducted near Srinagar. The operation, named Operation Mahadev, was carried out by

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TCS stock slumps! IT firm’s shares plunge 33% from lifetime high, down 25% in 2025; amidst layoffs news, will bearish trend continue?

[ad_1] Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s prominent IT firm, is facing a disconnect between its operational performance and market sentiment. The company’s stock has plunged 33 per cent from its peak, including a 25 per cent drop in 2025 alone, despite strong Q1FY26 results and continued dividend payouts.Recently, the tech giant’s announcement of large-scale layoffs,

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A.P. CM Chandrababu Naidu proposes training and innovation partnership with ‘AI Singapore’

[ad_1] Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu speaking at A.P.-Singapore Business Forum un Singapore on Monday, July 28, 2025. Photo: Special Arrangement  In a move aimed at transforming Andhra Pradesh into a leading hub for Artificial Intelligence (AI), Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has called for a strategic partnership with AI Singapore to establish cutting-edge research

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Trump eyes ‘world tariff’ of 15-20% for most countries

[ad_1] US President Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer disembark Air Force One, in Lossiemouth, Scotland, Britain. | Photo Credit: REUTERS President Donald Trump said on Monday most trading partners that do not negotiate separate trade deals would soon face tariffs of 15 to 20 per cent on their exports to the United

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Procter & Gamble names operating chief Shailesh Jejurikar as CEO

[ad_1] Shailesh Jejurikar. File Photo: us.pg.com  Procter & Gamble CEO Jon Moeller is stepping down in a surprise move just after four years with the company, and the consumer goods giant said he would be succeeded by operating chief Shailesh Jejurikar. Mr. Moeller, who had been at the helm since 2021, will become executive chairman

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Spirit Airlines to furlough 270 pilots, demote more than 100 others

[ad_1] A Spirit Airlines Airbus A320 taxis at Los Angeles International Airport after arriving from Boston on September 1, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. Kevin Carter | Getty Images News | Getty Images Spirit Airlines said Monday that it will furlough 270 pilots this fall as the carrier prepares for a smaller off-season schedule to

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Fintech middlemen like Plaid are ‘massively taxing’ its systems

[ad_1] Jamie Dimon, chief executive officer of JPMorgan Chase & Co., at the Institute of International Finance (IIF) during the annual meetings of the IMF and World Bank in Washington, DC, US, on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024.  Kent Nishimura | Bloomberg | Getty Images JPMorgan Chase said fintech middlemen — the companies that have helped

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