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ED Raids Ruchi Group's Indore, Mumbai Premises; Freezes Assets, Seizes Cash in Bank Fraud Case
The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Indore Zonal Office, has conducted extensive search operations under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, at multiple locations in Indore and Mumbai, the investigation agency said on Thursday.The raids on December 23...
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Govt Launches 5 Digital Reforms to Boost Transparent, Citizen-centric Administration
The Union government on Thursday launched five digital reforms to boost transparent and citizen-centric administration in the country.The reforms -- Ex-Servicemen Reservation Compendium, AI Recruitment Tool, e-HRMS 2.0 App, iGOT AI Platforms, and Karmayogi Digital Learning...
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HM Shah Lays Foundation Stone for 1,655 Industrial Units Ensuring RS 2 Lakh Crore Investment in MP
Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah delivered an inspiring address at the 'Abhyudaya Madhya Pradesh Growth Summit' here on Thursday, marking the 101st birth anniversary of former Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna recipient Atal Bihari Vajpayee.Speaking on the theme...
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Union Budget 2026-27: CII Outlines 4-point Strategy for Macroeconomic Stability
Apex business chamber CII on Thursday proposed a four-pronged fiscal strategy ahead of the Union Budget 2026-27 that includes debt stability, fiscal transparency, revenue mobilisation and expenditure efficiency.According to a CII statement, at the core of the roadmap is...
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Gautam Adani Hails War Heroes, Workers, Farmers, and Specially-abled as NMIA Commences Operations
Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, hailed war heroes, farmers, and the specially abled as the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) -- India's newest Greenfield airport -- welcomed its first passengers on Thursday.The airport, inaugurated by Prime Minister...
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Madhya Pradesh becoming growth engine of Viksit Bharat: HM Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday said that in the BJP's double-engine government, Madhya Pradesh is becoming the growth engine of Viksit Bharat.The Union Home Minister said this after inaugurating Madhya Pradesh Growth Summit - 2025 in Gwalior to mark the birth...
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Historic Labour Code Reforms to Accelerate Growth, Create More Jobs in 2026
The Narendra Modi government rolled out a spate of Big Bang economic reforms in 2025, aimed at accelerating growth and creating more employment in the country as India retained its tag as the world's fastest-growing economy amid the global slowdown.The hectic winter session...
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Navi Mumbai International Airport commences operations
Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) -- India's newest Greenfield airport -- began commercial operations on Thursday (Christmas Day).During the initial launch period, passengers will benefit from services operated by IndiGo, Air India Express, and Akasa Air, connecting...
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Gold and Silver Bring Cheers for Investors, 2026 Outlook Remains Strong
In a year marked by heightened global uncertainty, precious metals delivered exceptional returns for investors, with silver emerging as a surprise winner.Silver prices surged by more than 137 per cent -- outperforming gold -- which also posted a strong gain of around 68 per...
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Air India Express Flight Takes off as Navi Mumbai International Airport Begins Operations
Air India Express on Thursday said it inaugurated services from Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) on Christmas Day, with direct flights to Bengaluru and Delhi.The first Air India Express flight from Navi Mumbai International Airport operated to Bengaluru, marks the...
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India forges new trade ties in 2025 to hedge against global uncertainties
India stepped up its efforts to forge new economic and trade partnerships this year, amid growing economic uncertainties in global markets, triggered by the US tariff turmoil.Three major free trade agreements signed by India with the UK, New Zealand and Oman -- and the...
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India's Textiles Sector Records Surge in Investment, Rise in Exports in 2025
India's textiles sector recorded a surge in investment and exports during 2025, fuelled by government incentive schemes and economic reforms to facilitate the ease of doing business.The government approved setting up of seven PM Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel...
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TN CM Upgrades Transport Services, Flags off 20 Luxury Buses
To upgrade public transport services, Chief Minister M. K. Stalin on Wednesday flagged off the services of 20 Volvo air-conditioned luxury buses at the Island Grounds in Chennai.The initiative is being viewed as a step towards improving passenger comfort, safety, and...
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PM Modi to Lay Foundation Stone of RS 6,957 Crore Kaziranga Elevated Corridor in January
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone of the ambitious Kaziranga Elevated Corridor in January 2026, marking a significant milestone in Assam's efforts to balance wildlife conservation with modern infrastructure development.State Agriculture Minister...
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FTAs to Unlock Global Markets for Indian Professional Services: Govt
Legally binding commitments on professional services under various free trade agreements (FTAs) would unlock global markets for Indian professional services, an official statement said on Wednesday.Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal emphasised the importance of enhanced...
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ISRO Launches Its Heaviest Satellite 'BlueBird 6'
India's Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM3)-M6, carrying BlueBird 6, took off from Andhra Pradesh's Sriharikota on Wednesday.BlueBird 6, a next-generation communications satellite from US innovator AST SpaceMobile, was launched with a goal to beam the broadband straight from space...
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Sarbananda Sonowal Urges Entrepreneurs, Investors to Tap Assam's Potential
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has urged industry leaders, startups and investors to partner in Assam's growth story, saying that the convergence of policy innovation, connectivity expansion and good governance has created a strong foundation for long-term regional...
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S. Korea Launches Task Force for Coupang Data Breach Probe
South Korea on Tuesday launched an interagency task force (TF) to carry out an investigation into the recent data breach at US e-commerce giant Coupang that affected 33.7 million users.The new TF, comprising officials from the science and labor ministries, along with the...
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Foreigners Become Net Buyers of S. Korean Stocks amid Eased AI Woes
Foreign investors are snapping up tech and auto shares in the local stock market, possibly becoming net buyers a month after turning to net selling, data showed on Tuesday.Foreign investors purchased a net 1.9 trillion won (US$1.3 billion) in the larger Korea Stock Price...
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Meesho Shares Down Almost 24 PC in 3 Trading Sessions
Shares of Meesho Limited continued to slide for the third straight day on Tuesday, as selling pressure remained strong in the newly listed stock.The shares fell as much as 8.75 per cent during the day, extending the losses seen over the past two sessions.On Monday, the...
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Net FDI Nearly Doubles to $6.2 BN in India in April-October Period
Net foreign direct investment (FDI) in India nearly doubled to $6.2 billion during April-October from $3.3 billion a year earlier, primarily due to fall in repatriation of foreign capital despite a rise in outward FDI, an official statement has said.The RBI's December...
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India's Retail Leasing Hits Record 9 MN SQ FT in 2025, to Touch 11 MN in 2026
India's retail real estate market is set to end 2025 with 9 million square feet of leasing, up from 7.8 million square feet in 2024, the highest annual absorption since the pandemic, a report said on Tuesday.The report from Cushman Wakefield said that retail leasing...
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Gold, Silver Hit Record Highs amid US-Venezuela Tensions, Easing Dollar
The rates of gold and silver surged by over 1 per cent to hit fresh record highs on Tuesday, driven by safe-haven demand, notably due to escalating US-Venezuela tensions.MCX gold February futures rose 1.2 per cent to an all-time high of Rs 1,38,381 per 10 grams and were up...
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Indian Mutual Fund Industry's AUM Projected to Surpass RS 300 Trillion by 2035
India's mutual fund industry's assets under management (AUM) may surpass Rs 300 trillion by 2035, fuelled by digital adoption, rising participation from Gen Z, women, and households in smaller towns, as well as the shift toward long-term investing through SIPs, a report...
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Indian Stock Market Opens Lower, IT Stocks Lead Losses
Indian benchmark indices opened in the red zone on Tuesday, weighed down by losses in the IT stocks after artificial intelligence (AI) stocks in the US showed revival.As of 9.30 am, the Sensex declined 159 points, or 0.19 per cent to 85,407 and the Nifty lost 32 points, or...