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SUV demand puts Dec PV sales in the fast lane

Sales hit 4.3 million in 2024, marking 4.8% growth

Electronics Sector Seeks Cut in Duties, Tariff Slabs

In the run-up to the Budget 2025-26, the India Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA) has urged the government to simplify the tariff structure and sought a reduction in duties on electronics parts and components used in mobile phones, television sets, hearables, and car displays.

18 Former MoS, 12 Ex-MPs Still Have Security

Audit finds no security review done in a long time

Two crop insurance schemes to run till FY26

THE UNION CABINET on Wednesday extended two crop insurance schemes — the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) and the Restructured Weather Based Crop Insurance Scheme (RWBCIS) — by one more year till 2025-26 to align their implementation with the 15th Finance Commission period.

IREDA loan disbursements up 41%

STATE-OWNED INDIAN RENEWABLE Energy Development Agency (IREDA) sanctioned loans worth ₹31,087 crore in the third quarter of the current financial year, up 129% from ₹13,558 crore in the same period last year, according to provisional data provided by the company.

FY25 Tobacco Exports to Top ₹13,000 Cr

Higher yields & prices drive growth; no increase in area under tobacco cultivation

Govt cuts jet fuel price by 1.5%, commercial LPG by ₹14.5/cylinder

THE PRICE OF jet fuel, or ATF, on Wednesday was reduced by 1.5% and the rate of commercial LPG that is used in hotels and restaurants was cut by ₹14.5 per 19-kg cylinder in the monthly revision done in line with benchmark international prices.

2024 Was Warmest Since 1901; Jan 2025 to Be Relatively Warm

THE YEAR 2024 was the warmest on record in India since 1901, with the average minimum temperature settling 0.90 degree Celsius above the long-period average, Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, director general of the India Meteorological Department (IMD), said on Wednesday.

Bajaj Auto topples Ola

TO COUNTER THESE challenges, Ola Electric opened 3,200 new stores in a single day last week, bringing its total network to 4,000 showrooms and service centres nationwide.

New airports struggle to attract flyers

highlights the challenges: \"The ticket pricing cap under Udan has made air travel more affordable for tier-2 and tier-3 cities. However, maintaining consistent passenger demand on certain routes remains a challenge.\"

Naxals trying to expand without success: MHA

FACING TOUGH ACTION from security forces, the Naxals are making efforts to expand to new areas along inter-state borders but without any notable success, the latest report from the home ministry has said.

Funding worries remain for startup ecosystem

FIRST-TIME FUNDING rounds also declined 40%, highlighting a broader conservative trend among investors.

Biren concludes 2024 with an apology: 'I want to say sorry'

Says we have to start a new life, a peaceful Manipur

'AI and marketing make a powerful combination'

EVP & CHIEF DELIVERY OFFICER, INFOSYS

Build relationships to cement success...

...and some more ideas to defend your market

Audit needs to be proper

Global investors will look for transparent accounting, best practices are a must

Navigating trade challenges

IN 2025, INDIA'S TRADE POLICY SHOULD FOCUS ON SERVICES, US AND JOINING THE CPTPP

Let the rupee find its own level

Seeking elusive stability in the exchange rate while the economy remains open to capital flows entails a relatively less independent monetary policy to boost growth

How Musk Planted Himself at Trump's Doorstep

ELON MUSK plays many roles with President-elect Donald J. Trump. He is Trump's most important donor, most influential social media promoter and a key adviser on policy and personnel.

China's 2024 GDP growth set to hit target of 5%, says Xi

PREZ SAYS NEXT YEAR HE WILL IMPLEMENT MORE PROACTIVE POLICIES

S Korea crash: Airport embankment in focus

SOUTH KOREA RAMPED up investigations on Tuesday into the cause of its deadliest domestic air accident as police worked to identify victims while families of those killed in the crash of a Jeju Air jet pushed for more details.

Russia to Cut Gas Flow to Europe via Ukraine

Barring a last-minute surprise deal, gas flows are likely to stop on Jan. 1 after the expiry of the five-year transit agreement between Russia and Ukraine, marking an almost complete loss of Moscow's once mighty hold over the European gas market.

US Treasury says its system hacked, China behind it

THE US TREASURY Department was hacked by a Chinese state-sponsored actor through a third-party software service provider, according to a letter the agency sent to Congress on Monday.

South Korea Issues Arrest Warrant for Impeached Prez

A SOUTH KOREAN court gave authorities approval on Tuesday to detain impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol in a criminal investigation into his martial law decree, marking the first time that a sitting president of the country has faced arrest.

Sebi Launches MF Lite Scheme to Strengthen Passive Funds

Sebi on Tuesday announced the launch of the Mutual Funds Lite (MF Lite) framework to simplify the compliance process for entities launching passively managed mutual fund schemes.

Indices Post Positive Returns for Ninth Consecutive Calendar Year

THE SENSEX AND NIFTY recorded gains of 8.2% and 8.8%, respectively, in 2024, marking positive returns for nine consecutive calendar years—the longest winning streak.

Re closes at new all-time low

THE RUPEE CLOSED at a fresh low due to broad-based dollar bids and declining Chinese yuan, said forex traders.

Sensex, Nifty fall in final session

BENCHMARK INDICES SENSEX and Nifty ended lower on the final session of 2024 on Tuesday amid persistent foreign fund outflows and weak trends in the global markets.

Gold set to shine brighter in 2025

Easing interest rates and geopolitical tensions could fuel a golden rally

FPIs Again Turn Net Buyers of Govt Securities in Dec

FPI investments (₹ lakh cr)