IndiaβUS trade deal reaffirms what had started looking hazy: Indiaβs role as US ally & China counter π
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IndiaβUS trade deal reaffirms what had started looking hazy: Indiaβs role as US ally & China counter
With trade deals inked with the US, UK and European Union, the global trade map seems to have tilted in Indiaβs favour, compared with East Asian economies that seemed to be racing ahead with significant Chinese investments.
Expert Explains: What 2026 Delhi Declaration tells about Indiaβs approach to the Middle East π
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Expert Explains: What 2026 Delhi Declaration tells about Indiaβs approach to the Middle East
The comprehensive joint statement released after the India-Arab League meeting clarified their positions on a number of issues β and kept silent on others
India-US trade deal: How Indian exports diversified in the face of US tariffs, which sectors struggled π
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πFebruary 03, 2026 at 06:19AM
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India-US trade deal: How Indian exports diversified in the face of US tariffs, which sectors struggled
India-US Trade Deal | US Tariffs from 50% to 18% on India Impact Explained: The govt has also restarted trade talks with Canada and Israel, which were canned earlier.
Indiaβs rocky road to trade deal with US: The flip-flops, political pitfalls π
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Indiaβs rocky road to trade deal with US: The flip-flops, political pitfalls
India-US Trade Deal, Negotiations Explained: India was among the first countries to start negotiations with the US, but the trade deal comes after much of the world, and after much ups and downs. We trace its journey.
Benchmark 10-year bond yields rise on record borrowing plan announced in Budget π
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πFebruary 03, 2026 at 08:28AM
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Benchmark 10-year bond yields rise on record borrowing plan announced in Budget
The sell-off followed the Finance Ministerβs announcement on Sunday of a larger-than-expected gross market borrowing of Rs 17.2 lakh crore through dated securities for FY27, a 17 per cent increase over the previous year.
Delhi HC issues notice to govt: What rules govern frozen embryo donation, why they have been challenged π
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Delhi HC issues notice to govt: What rules govern frozen embryo donation, why they have been challenged
The petition has been filed by an IVF specialist and questions why the law permits some forms of non-genetic parenthood while blocking others. We explain the details.
India-US trade deal may have a $100-bn opportunity for Indiaβs electronics exports. Hereβs why π
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πFebruary 03, 2026 at 01:03PM
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India-US trade deal may have a $100-bn opportunity for Indiaβs electronics exports. Hereβs why
Indiaβs electronics industry, which has grown significantly in recent years, is expected to see increased activity as the new framework promises to provide improved market access and technology flows.
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Explained: Hyderabad Metro expansion, set to connect airport, CM Revanth Reddyβs Bharat Future City, and more π
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πFebruary 03, 2026 at 01:14PM
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Explained: Hyderabad Metro expansion, set to connect airport, CM Revanth Reddyβs Bharat Future City, and more
Hyderabad Metro was once one of India's largest metro networks. It is now planning to add more metro lines, with a new financial model for the project.
How does the trade deal with the US affect Indiaβs macroeconomic outlook? π
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How does the trade deal with the US affect Indiaβs macroeconomic outlook?
The deal, which comes into effect immediately, could also arrest the foreign portfolio investment outflows that were exerting pressure on the rupee
US farm exports to India have been surging even with no trade deal π
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πFebruary 03, 2026 at 04:27PM
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US farm exports to India have been surging even with no trade deal
It is not clear if India has agreed to grant greater market access to American corn, ethanol and soyabean, or relaxed restrictions with regard to imports of genetically modified produce and dairy products.
Gen Naravane memoir: Recalling months of LAC tensions, clashes, deaths before the night of Aug 31, 2020 π
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Gen Naravane memoir: Recalling months of LAC tensions, clashes, deaths before the night of Aug 31, 2020
In his unpublished book, Four Stars of Destiny, Naravane mentions the conversations he had with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on the night of August 31, 2020, when Chinese tanks advanced towards Rechin La in eastern Ladakh
Rupee, GDP growth, interest rates: What the US trade deal means for Indiaβs economic outlook π
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πFebruary 04, 2026 at 06:30AM
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Rupee, GDP growth, interest rates: What the US trade deal means for Indiaβs economic outlook
A reduction in US tariffs on Indian goods to 18% is a positive for the domestic growth outlook. However, this weakens the case for further interest rate cuts from the RBI, whose Monetary Policy Committee will announce its decision on Friday.
Can a long-lasting leatherette ball be a game-changer for cricket academies? π
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πFebruary 04, 2026 at 07:05AM
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Can a long-lasting leatherette ball be a game-changer for cricket academies?
Super 50 promises these academies a longer lasting product that is priced at a slight premium. So, is it a game-changer for cricket academies that have an eye on their bottom-line?
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RBIβs Monetary Policy: Why the MPC is likely to maintain status quo π
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πFebruary 04, 2026 at 10:12AM
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RBIβs Monetary Policy: Why the MPC is likely to maintain status quo
In its December monetary policy, the six-member Monetary Policy Committee reduced the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.25 per cent, bringing the cumulative cuts in 2025 to 125 basis points. The rate cuts are likely to be paused for now.
Why a new Anthropic AI workplace suite triggered a tech stock crash in US and India π
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Why a new Anthropic AI workplace suite triggered a tech stock crash in US and India
The announcement sent shockwaves through global technology markets, crystallising a fear that has been building for months: that AI might not just assist software companies, but potentially replace them altogether.
Budget gives Rs 20,000 crore: Why India needs carbon capture solutions, challenges it faces π
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πFebruary 04, 2026 at 01:57PM
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Budget gives Rs 20,000 crore: Why India needs carbon capture solutions, challenges it faces
Carbon capture and storage as an option has been around for years, but its large-scale use hasn't kicked off. Here's why, and where the Budget fund allocation can help.
In SC relief to Shaadi.com founder, issue of platform liability under scrutiny π
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πFebruary 04, 2026 at 02:20PM
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Why Shaadi.com founder got relief from SC: Romantic fraud and platform liability
The court set aside the High Courtβs order and returned the case to the High Court, directing it to hear the matter again and decide specifically on whether the FIR against Mittal should be quashed based on the law and facts.
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UK-China ties have always been tumultuous. Is Trumpβs trade threat enough to bring them together? π
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UK-China ties have long been tumultuous. Is Trump enough to bring them together?
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmerβs trip to China is being seen as a βresetβ in the bilateral ties. What led up to it, and what were its outcomes?
Why Bad Bunnyβs 2026 Grammy win is significant π
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Why Bad Bunnyβs Grammy win made history and stirred up politics
This is not the first time Bad Bunny has taken a political stand, and not the first time that has put him on the wrong side of the White House. We explain.
Expert Explains: Why a conflict in Iran could be far more consequential than in Venezuela π
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πFebruary 04, 2026 at 07:28PM
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Expert Explains: Why a conflict in Iran could be far more consequential than in Venezuela
In geopolitical terms, a crisis in Iran could potentially have far greater consequences than Venezuela. The US threat of force in the region could upend oil flows and impact prices.
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