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Trade Partner Or Adversary?

India must think beyond China-Plus-One strategy as the world trade order is rapidly changing

Bank of Japan set to raise interest rates

BANK OF JAPAN governor Kazuo Ueda will size up the need to raise interest rates on Friday amid heightened expectations of a hike — and barring a market shock triggered by Donald Trump's first few days in the White House.

Balancing Growth With Fiscal Consolidation

The NSO has estimated real GDP growth for FY 2024-25 at 6.4% and nominal GDP growth at 9.7%, implying an implicit price deflator-based inflation of 3.2%.

Reliance steps up distribution push as FMCG vertical grows

THE FAST-MOVING CONSUMER goods (FMCG) arm of Reliance, which has touched ₹8,000 crore in topline for the first nine months of FY25, will expand distribution in north and west India, sources have told FE.

Kotak Mahindra Bank expects NIM to improve

FRESH SLIPPAGES IN Q3 DECLINE

'MBA isn't at risk; it's in transition'

Rekha Sethi, the director general of the All India Management Association (AIMA) – the apex body for management profession in India – is of the opinion that despite poor placements at business schools last year, the MBA degree isn't at risk. \"It's in transition,\" she says.

'Where developers reside, innovation blooms'

There are over 17 million developers in India building on GitHub, representing an increase of 28% in 2024, and making India the fast-growing developer community in the world.

Fighting halts in Gaza as ceasefire begins, Hamas frees 3 hostages

FIRST FORMAL TRUCE IN 15-MONTH-OLD WAR

From chaos to control

● DocketRun AIoT solutions enhance safety & productivity

Diplomacy Just As Vital As Expertise To Run Restaurant

I have two pieces of pat advice for anyone rash enough to approach me for counsel. First, never speak to the press. Second, don't open a restaurant.

Pick-up in investments, hiring expected in FY26: CII Survey

THE MAJORITY OF private firms are expected to step up investments and employment in 2025-26, as India continues to shine as a bright spot in a challenging global economic environment, according to a survey by industry body CII.

Hybrid funds built for volatility

● If interest rates fall, bond component of such funds will benefit

VinFast's India plan on despite no clarity on govt incentive

VIETNAM'S LEADING AUTOMAKER VinFast has decided to go ahead with its India plan irrespective of whether the government decides to include it in the EV manufacturing promotion scheme.

Mkt volatility may force life insurers to rethink ULIP plans

A PROLONGED VOLATILITY in the stock markets could dampen the investor appetite for unit linked insurance plans (ULIPs), prompting life insurers to shift the focus towards guaranteed income and pure protection plans like term insurance, industry experts said.

PLFS reflects positive employment trends

As India strides towards the vision of Viksit Bharat, empowering youth with the right skills and work experience continues to be a priority

LTIMindtree hopeful of sustaining growth momentum going ahead

FY26 TO OUTPERFORM FY25, SAYS MD & CEO

Lower import tariffs on inputs, other incentives sought

The Budget could undertake adjustments of taxes and unveil incentives for the industry to take advantage of the opportunity that could emerge if Trump administration's moves escalate trade tensions globally, according to experts.

Comfortable design for 24/7 wear

● It tracks fitness, sleep, stress & other key health vitals

Assocham calls for eliminating coal cess

INDUSTRY BODY ASSOCHAM has pitched for the removal of coal cess stating that the move will support power-intensive industries like aluminium and maintain competitiveness of the domestic industry.

Govt capex flow augurs well for FY26

Truck and bus maker Ashok Leyland (ALL) has unveiled three new commercial vehicles, including an electric light truck, at the Auto Expo.

India to work with EU to reduce China dependence

INDIA ON SUNDAY said it would work together with the European Union (EU) to reduce its dependence on non-market economies and develop cutting-edge technologies, secure critical raw material supply, and build resilient supply chains.

Early birds bring poor tidings

RELIANCE INDUSTRIES LIMITED (RIL) posted better-than-expected consolidated operating profits, up 7.7% y-o-y, on the back of a reasonably good show from the retail segment.

A bigger playing field

● The male consumer has evolved, so it's time for Smart and Handsome to flex

India and NZ Should Address Market Access for Goods: GTRI

INDIA AND NEW Zealand should address market access issues for goods, promote collaborations in key sectors, and work on improving connectivity with an aim to boost bilateral trade, which is just $1.5 billion, think tank GTRI said on Sunday.

Trump Holds Victory Rally Ahead of Inauguration

Mukesh, wife Nita to attend the event

MRF: Crude prices, Re-slide driving surge in tyre prices

RISING CRUDE OIL prices and a depreciating rupee are driving up tyre costs, according to Arun Mammen, vice chairman and managing director of MRF.

Petroleum products exports rise 2% in April-December

INDIA'S EXPORTS OF petroleum products grew marginally by 1.5% to 47.5 million tonne during April-December, compared to 46.8 million tonne in the same period last fiscal, according to data from the Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell.

Railways capital expenditure for FY26 may be pegged at ₹2.9L crore

\"THE RAILWAYS IS working on multiple fronts which require significant capital expenditure from the government.

Heart attacks and winter

Know how low temperatures affect the human body

Music Stars Line Up for Los Angeles Benefit Concert

STING, BILLIE EILISH, LADY Gaga, the Red Hot Chili Peppers are among the performers slated to take the stage at FireAid, a benefit concert for Los Angeles-area wildfire relief.