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Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said today that a free‑trade agreement with Oman will be finalised soon, while Qatar has expressed interest in negotiating a similar pact. Concurrently, he confirmed that negotiations with the European Union are gathering pace.

Speaking at a New Delhi event, Goyal assured exporters of government support to navigate global trade uncertainties—particularly those triggered by unilateral policies of other nations. He emphasised ongoing consultations with

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Efforts to standardise digital experiences across government platforms are gaining traction through the UX4G initiative. Run by the National e‑Governance Division under the Ministry of Electronics & IT, UX4G provides a unified design framework, making websites and apps more consistent, accessible and intuitive for users across all states and central departments.

The initiative offers a comprehensive design system that includes ready‑to‑use Figma kits,

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Infosys will acquire a 75 percent stake in Versent Group, the cloud‑focused digital transformation specialist wholly owned by Telstra, for A$233.3 million, in a joint venture aimed at accelerating artificial intelligence‑enabled cloud and digital services across Australia. The deal, positioning Infosys as majority operator with Telstra retaining a 25 percent interest, is expected to complete in the second half of fiscal year 2026, contingent on approval from Australia’s Foreign Investment Review Board

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Snowflake, the leading cloud data platform, has inaugurated a new office at The Square, Vittal Mallya Road in Bengaluru, further solidifying its presence in one of India’s largest technology hubs. The move follows the company's expansion into Mumbai earlier, reflecting its commitment to establishing a robust footprint in the country.

The new Bengaluru office aims to be a hub

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Amazon has approached the Commerce Ministry with a proposal to modify foreign direct investment rules by creating a carve-out for export transactions. The company is requesting permission to purchase goods directly from Indian sellers for overseas sales, a departure from the longstanding policy that restricts foreign e-commerce firms to pure marketplace operations.

The policy currently prohibits platforms like Amazon and Walmart-owned Flipkart from holding inventory or selling directly to

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The Kerala Cricket League 2025 has opened with a level of excitement unmatched by its debut season. With a surge in investment, enhanced infrastructure, and an increased focus on talent development, the league aims to set new standards for cricketing events in the region. The second edition promises to build on the success of its inaugural year, attracting attention from players, fans, and sponsors alike.

Significant investments have

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OpenAI has announced plans to establish its first office in New Delhi, marking a significant step in the company's expanding global footprint. The move underscores the growing importance of India to the AI research and development community. It follows a recent surge in OpenAI's user base in the country, where its language model, ChatGPT, has gained significant traction among businesses, developers, and students.

India's burgeoning

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The Kerala Aviation Summit has commenced in Kochi, bringing together industry leaders, policy makers, and investors to discuss the future of the aviation sector in the region. The event, inaugurated by Kerala's Chief Minister, marks a significant step in the state's efforts to position itself as a key player in India's aviation industry.

Held at the state-of-the-art convention centre, the summit aims to attract both domestic and international investments

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India's oil import strategy showed a marked shift in July 2023, as figures indicated a significant dip in Russian oil imports, alongside a notable increase in purchases from the United States. According to the latest data, India's Russian crude oil imports fell by approximately 3.6% in the first seven months of the year, amounting to 1.73 million barrels per day, down from the previous

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China has lifted export restrictions on rare earth minerals and fertilisers to India, easing supply pressures across high-tech, agricultural, and infrastructure sectors. The curbs, linked to national security concerns amid lingering border tensions, were rescinded following high-level diplomacy. Indian supplies of essential rare earth magnets—vital for electronics, renewable energy, and defence manufacturing—along with fertilisers and tunnel-boring equipment, are now poised to increase.

Lines of communication between the two capitals

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Kotak Mahindra International Limited, a subsidiary of Kotak Mahindra Bank, has made a significant stride in expanding its footprint in the UAE's financial sector. The firm has officially received a licence from the Securities and Commodities Authority, granting it the ability to manage investments and portfolios within the emirate’s capital markets. This makes KMIL the first Indian financial institution to obtain such a licence, opening the door to

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An Air India flight bound for Delhi had to abort its scheduled takeoff from Kochi International Airport due to a technical malfunction. The incident occurred shortly before the aircraft was set to depart, prompting immediate action from the airline’s ground crew and safety personnel. Passengers were instructed to disembark and wait for further updates as the airline made arrangements for an alternative flight.

The flight, designated AI 185, had

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Samsung has commenced local production of laptops in India, marking a significant shift in its manufacturing strategy. The move follows growing trends in the global tech industry, where companies are increasingly decentralising their manufacturing to cater to regional markets and mitigate supply chain risks. The tech giant’s decision to set up its laptop assembly line in India comes as part of a broader push to diversify its production

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Dubai's Burj Khalifa illuminated the night sky on Friday, August 15, 2025, with the vibrant hues of the Indian flag—saffron, white, and green—to commemorate India's 79th Independence Day. The world’s tallest building became a beacon of unity and cultural pride, drawing large crowds of Indian expatriates and residents who gathered to witness the spectacular light show.

The Indian Consulate in Dubai confirmed that the display commenced at 7:50 PM

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India’s diplomatic ties with the United States have been significantly shaped by the evolving political landscape under former President Donald Trump. According to a US academic, India has paid a steep price due to Trump's pursuit of a Nobel Peace Prize, which may have undermined its broader geopolitical interests.The scholar argues that Trump’s overtures to India during his tenure were often overshadowed by his personal ambitions rather than strategic concerns. As a result, India found itself balancing its long-standing relationships

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Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit India in the coming weeks, with expectations that the trip will significantly bolster bilateral relations across various sectors, including trade, defence, and energy. The visit, anticipated to be a key moment in Russia-India relations, will occur amid shifting geopolitical dynamics, particularly following the global attention on the ongoing war in Ukraine and its implications for international alliances.

The timing of the visit is

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The Indian real estate market is under increasing pressure, with housing sales plummeting by 20% in major metropolitan areas. Data from ANAROCK reveals that only 96,285 homes were sold in Q2 2025, a sharp decline from 120,335 sales recorded in the same period the previous year. The downturn highlights a growing sense of buyer hesitancy, fuelled by external factors like tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, which have

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India’s efforts to strengthen ties with the United States are facing significant hurdles due to key staffing gaps within President Donald Trump’s administration. Diplomatic engagement between the two countries has been hindered as vital foreign policy roles in Washington remain vacant, impacting India’s ability to effectively navigate the US political landscape.

Over the past few months, Indian officials have expressed concerns regarding the lack of permanent appointments in crucial

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Cybersecurity firm Vectra AI has expanded its global operations by opening a new office in Bangalore, a strategic move to reinforce its presence in the Asian market. The company, which focuses on AI-powered threat detection, aims to meet the growing demand for advanced cybersecurity solutions across the region.

The new office will serve as a hub for both engineering and sales operations, marking a significant step in Vectra’s growth

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The Indian government has launched a substantial ₹1 lakh crore initiative aimed at advancing research and development in DeepTech sectors, which include artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and clean energy. The move seeks to position India at the forefront of technological innovation while addressing pressing global challenges, such as climate change and health issues, through groundbreaking advancements.

The scheme, which is the largest of its kind in the country, provides financial

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Despite mounting international tensions and growing calls for sanctions, India has confirmed its commitment to continuing oil purchases from Russia. The decision, which has drawn both support and criticism, comes in the face of strong opposition from Western powers, particularly the United States.

India's robust relationship with Russia, especially in energy sectors, remains central to its strategy to ensure energy security amid global market volatility. While the United States

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The UAE India Business Council has reaffirmed its collaboration with Expand North Star, marking a significant milestone in fostering cross-border innovation and entrepreneurship. This renewed partnership, now in its second consecutive year, highlights the UAE's ongoing commitment to positioning itself as a global leader in the startup ecosystem.

Expand North Star, the world’s largest event dedicated to startups and investors, serves as a critical platform for innovation, providing

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The Securities and Exchange Board of India has escalated its investigation into the trading activities of Jane Street, a global proprietary trading firm, as part of a broader probe into alleged market manipulation. The regulatory body has now requested trading data from several Indian stock exchanges, further deepening its scrutiny of the firm’s involvement in the country’s financial markets.

SEBI's action stems from claims that Jane Street engaged

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Foreign institutional investor activity has slowed, but India’s equity market is gaining a new level of sophistication thanks to the rapid emergence of long‑short strategies among domestic analysts. With regulatory approval of the Specialised Investment Fund route and increasing recognition of sell‑side research, analysts in India are setting new standards, outperforming peers in major global markets.

At the centre of this shift are flagship long‑short funds, enabled by

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