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Last updated: 27 Dec, 2025  
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Gold nears Rs 1.4 lakh, silver hits record high
IANS | 27 Dec, 2025
Gold prices extended their winning streak for the fourth straight session on Friday... 
Govt releases new BIS Standard for incense sticks to boost consumer safety
IANS   |   26 Dec, 2025
The government on Friday released a new BIS Standard for incense sticks (agarbatti) to enhance...
Govt committed to boost ease of living
IANS   |   26 Dec, 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that his government is committed to boosting..
India’s textiles sector records surge in investment, rise in exports in 2025
IANS   |   24 Dec, 2025
India’s textiles sector recorded a surge in investment & exports during 2025, fuelled by government.
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 India Economy News
fta1.jpg FTAs to unlock global markets for Indian professional services: Govt
IANS | 24 Dec, 2025
Legally binding commitments on professional services under various free trade agreements (FTAs) woul  Read more....
» Trade deal crucial to deepen US-India economic ties: Keshap
» GST rate revision has resulted in 5 per cent rise in revenue for states: Minister
» HDFC Bank gets 1 year RBI approval for up to 9.5 pc stake in IndusInd Bank
» Atal Innovation Mission, NITI Aayog and HUL partner to accelerate transition to circular economy
» E-commerce major Amazon to invest over $35 billion in India through 2030
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 Industry News
nhai-2.jpg NHAI gets SEBI nod for Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust as Public InvIT
IANS | 24 Dec, 2025
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) on Wednesday said it has received approval from the   Read more....
» Gold, silver surpass record high amid US‑Venezuela tensions, Fed rate cut hopes
» India-New Zealand FTA delivers tangible, wide-ranging benefits to economy
» Indian Railways using 898 MW solar power at 2,626 stations: Govt
» Gold, silver prices jump on MCX amid weak dollar, global cues
» India’s GCC sector to reach $105 billion by 2030 driven by policy initiatives
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 In Depth
makeinindia.jpg 2026 set to break new records with ‘Make in India’ and PLI schemes firmly in place
IANS | 26 Dec, 2025
India’s electronics and semiconductor journey has moved from intent to execution – creating several   Read more....
» Tariffs, Taxes & Trade Deals: The 2025 MSME Report
» Govt introduces Securities Markets Code Bill in Lok Sabha
» 14-day India International Trade Fair records over 18 lakh visitors
» Renewable energy share in India’s power mix likely to cross 35 pc by 2030
» India stays resilient with diversified export basket amid global uncertainty
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 Face to Face
dhruva.jpg 2025 tests India-US relations amid tariffs, Pakistan tilt: Dhruva Jaishankar
IANS | 24 Dec, 2025
The year 2025 has emerged as a testing phase for India-United States relations, marked by sharp trad  Read more....
» Working to help India achieve PM Modi’s target of 10 million solar rooftops: Australian envoy
» India’s economic growth linked to energy, maritime sectors: Hardeep Puri
» India’s travel economy hits Rs 2.3 lakh crore, and it’s just the beginning: Gajendra Singh Shekhawat
» Leader capable of filling gaps: Colombian envoy on PM Modi
» GCCs have far-reaching impact on economic growth, says Sitharaman
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 Global Business
skorea3.jpg S. Korea to offer tax benefits to retail investors investing back home
IANS | 24 Dec, 2025
The finance ministry here on Wednesday announced a package of tax benefits aimed at revitalising the  Read more....
» South Korea discusses AI, energy partnership with UAE
» Indian American community leader calls for tariff reversal to bolster India–US relations
» India, Chile aim for timely conclusion of CEPA negotiations
» S. Korea's exports rise 8.4 pc to $61 billion in Nov
» Foreign currency deposits in S. Korea post biggest drop in nearly 2 yrs in Oct
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 Editorials
msmes-hits-misses.jpg Indian MSMEs and 2025 – The Hits and Misses
Bikky Khosla | 24 Dec, 2025
As someone who closely associates with our MSMEs, I have spent this year monitoring developments tha  Read more....
» Delayed Payments - Barrier To MSME Growth
» New export rule marks shift to trust-based trade
» India’s Export Surge and the MSME Paradox
» Indo-Nepal trade: Let's Wait for the Dust to Settle
» GST announcements - Not just Reforms, a Lifeline for MSMEs
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