The Business Guardian - March 10, 2025

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March 10, 2025

India's industrial production growth likely at 3.7% in Jan

India's industrial production, measured by the Index of Industrial Production (IIP), is likely to surge to 3.7 per cent year-on-year in January 2025, up from 3.2 per cent in December 2024, according to a report by Union Bank of India.

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Piyush Goyal Returns From US Trade Talks Amid Plans For Bilateral Agreement

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday returned from Washington after holding trade talks with his US counterparts, an official said.

1 min

India's Space Sector to Reach $44 Billion

Addressing the 'Space-Tech for Good Governance' Conclave organized by the Indian Institute of Democratic Leadership, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh projected the space sector to surge to USD 44 billion in the near future, marking a nearly fivefold growth.

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Foreign investors withdraw Rs 24,753 cr in March's first week

Foreign investors continue to pull money out of Indian stock markets, with net selling by Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) reaching Rs 24,753 crore in the first week of March, according to data from the National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL).

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Indian Corporates Need To Raise Rs 120 Lakh Cr By FY30

The corporate in India will need to raise about Rs 115-125 lakh crore in debt between FY26 and FY30 to fund capital expenditure (capex), working capital, and the financing needs of non-banking financial companies (NBFCs), according to a report by Crisil.

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Foreign investors withdraw...

He added that in the process, the scope of corrupt practices is reduced, there is more discipline in observing timelines, and there is less so-called red tape.

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Piyush Goyal returns...

The country's services export to America was USD 36.33 billion in 2023, while imports were aggregated at USD 29.86 billion.

1 min

Viksit Bharat begins with inclusive workforce, workspace

India's workforce is undergoing a significant transformation, with women playing a crucial role in driving economic progress.

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Nifty valuations align with historical averages

After the recent market correction, Nifty's valuations have returned to levels that align with its 5-year and 10-year averages, according to a report by HSBC Mutual Fund.

1 min

US Commerce Secy Optimistic About India-US Trade Ties

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on Friday expressed optimism about India-US trade ties, emphasizing the need for India's agricultural trade to open up amid US President Donald Trump's plans to impose reciprocal tariffs on US trading partners, including India.

1 min

Aster DM Healthcare to Merge with Quality Care India

Aster DM Healthcare Limited is one of India's largest and fastest-growing integrated healthcare service providers.

2 mins

HOW AI CAN TRANSFORM INDIA'S LEGAL LANDSCAPE

India stands at a crucial intersection of legal tradition and technological innovation, poised to revolutionize its legal system through artificial intelligence.

6 mins

De-dollarisation & BRICS' quest for financial sovereignty

For decades, the U.S. dollar has been the dominant currency in the global financial system, functioning as the primary medium for international trade and the key reserve currency for central banks.

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An Education Philanthropist's Steely Resolve To Globalise Indian Education

While Naveen Jindal wears many hats, as a parliamentarian, steel tycoon, sports enthusiast, avid shooter and a polo player, his most significant contribution has been in the field of education philanthropy.

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HSL Secures Top Honors at Governance Now PSU Awards

Commodore Girideep Singh (Retd), Director (Strategic Projects) at HSL, was awarded the 'Operations Leadership' Award for driving critical reforms and engineering advancements in ship repair and submarine refit operations.

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Adani Hosts Women Envoys at Mundra SEZ

Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani expressed his gratitude after hosting nine women ambassadors and high commissioners to India at the Khavda Adani Renewable Energy Park and Mundra's Special Economic Zone (SEZ).

1 min

Unsafe Beauty: Cosmetology and the Problem of Hazardous Cosmetics

The toxic trio of formaldehyde, toluene, and DBP are commonly found in cosmetics.

4 mins

Diabetic kidney disease: Prevention is better than cure

World Kidney Day is a global campaign aimed at increasing awareness of kidney health amongst the general public.

4 mins

Supreme Court Sets Deadline for Chhattisgarh Liquor Case Investigation

The Supreme Court has instructed the Chhattisgarh government to complete its investigation into Arun Pati Tripathi, a former excise official accused of causing over Rs.2,000 crore in losses to the state, by April 10.

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Anticipatory Bail Granted to YouTuber

The Guwahati High Court recently granted interim protection from arrest to Ashish Chanchlani, provided he appears before the investigating agency.

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UP court sets April 28 to hear plea over temple claim

A district court (UP) on Wednesday has scheduled April 28 as the next date for hearings in a contentious legal dispute concerning the Shahi Jama Mosque, wherein the petitioners allege that the structure was originally a Harihar Temple.

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Sheena Bora Murder Case Trial to Resume From March 10

After a 4-month pause, the trial in the high-profile Sheena Bora murder case is set to resume on a day-to-day basis from March 10, following the transfer of the special judge overseeing the case.

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No fresh FIRs to be lodged against Udhayanidhi Stalin

The Supreme Court of India, in a significant legal determination on Thursday, ruled that no additional First Information Reports shall be instituted against Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister M. Udhayanidhi Stalin concerning his contentious statements regarding 'Sanatan Dharma.'

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Court quashes ED summons to Siddaramaiah's wife

In a significant relief for Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, the Karnataka High Court on Friday quashed the Enforcement Directorate summons issued to his wife, Parvathi Siddaramaiah, and Urban Development Minister Byrathi Suresh in connection with the Mysore Urban Development Authority (MUDA) case.

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HP Advocates Stage Protest March Against Proposed Amendments

Advocates practicing before the Himachal Pradesh High Court staged a protest on Thursday against the proposed amendments to the Advocates Act, asserting that the changes pose a serious threat to the independence of the legal profession.

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Court Grants Interim Bail to Shahrukh Pathan

Delhi's Karkardooma Court has granted Shahrukh Pathan a 15-day interim bail to care for his ailing father, who is currently hospitalized.

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