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Piyush Goyal Highlights Strategic Importance of Quality Control Norms in Boosting India's Global Manufacturing Hub

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal emphasizes the strategic role of quality control orders (QCOs) in enhancing consumer safety and boosting India's competitiveness in glob...

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March Sees 3.8% Growth in Core Sector Driven by Steel and Cement Surge

In March, the core sector grew by 3.8%, driven by steel and cement, with electricity demand rising due to heatwaves. Annual growth slowed to 4.4%, impacting IIP expectations.

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Breaking the Glass Ceiling: The Stark Gender Gap in India's Unicorn Leadership

A report by Xpheno highlights the gender disparity in India's unicorn startups, with women holding only 10% of CXO roles. The gap is widest in tech and executive positions, undersc...

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India and US Aim to Finalize First Phase of Bilateral Trade Agreement by October

India is actively working with the US to finalize the first phase of a bilateral trade agreement by October, amidst efforts to strengthen economic ties and navigate global trade te...

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RBI Mandates Higher Risk Rates for Digital Deposits to Enhance Financial Stability

The RBI has directed banks to impose a higher liquidity buffer rate on digital deposits to prevent risks during financial stress, effective from April next year. This move comes in...

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HDFC Bank Slashes Fixed Deposit Rates: What It Means for Your Savings

HDFC Bank has reduced FD interest rates by up to 20 basis points for select tenures, affecting both regular and senior citizen depositors. The new rates are effective from April 21...

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Toyota's Hino Motors and Daimler's Mitsubishi Fuso Edge Closer to Historic Merger Deal

Toyota's Hino Motors and Daimler's Mitsubishi Fuso are nearing a merger agreement to form a new holding company, aiming for a Tokyo Stock Exchange listing by 2026. This move is a s...

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Exclusive: Trump to Discuss Tariff Impacts with Retail Giants Walmart, Target, and More at White House

President Donald Trump will meet with executives from Walmart, Target, and other retail giants to discuss the impact of recent tariffs on their businesses. The meeting underscores ...