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Big update on India-US trade deal: India to get zero-duty textile access to US: What it means

India’s textile exporters could soon receive zero-duty access to the US market, easing fears after Bangladesh secured a similar trade advantage.

Explained: Why fewer Indian students are going abroad for higher education

The number of Indian students choosing overseas education has fallen significantly over the past three years. Government data shows stricter visa rules, rising costs, and policy changes in key destina

Why is Russia recruiting workers from India and Sri Lanka?

Russia is facing one of the worst labour shortages in decades. With millions of workers missing from its economy, Moscow is increasingly turning to India, Sri Lanka

White House revises India–US trade factsheet: Pulses dropped, purchase language softened

The United States has quietly updated its fact sheet on the interim India-US trade framework, removing references to pulses and digital services taxes

“Middle class cracking under the strain...”: Shashi Tharoor criticises Union Budget in Lok Sabha

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor criticised the Union Budget, saying it ignores unemployment, soaring living costs, and growing inequality, and does little to address the concerns and aspirations

Indian Coast Guard seizes shadow oil tankers: Inside the hidden global oil trade

A hidden fleet of aging oil tankers is quietly reshaping global trade.

Bharat Bandh today: What's open, what's closed during strike?

A nationwide strike called by central trade unions and supported by farmers’ organisations is expected to disrupt banking, transport and local markets in parts of India.

New Vande Mataram guidelines: Why has Centre made all 6 stanzas mandatory

The Union Home Ministry has issued new guidelines standardising how and when the National Song, Vande Mataram, must be performed at official functions across India.

Over 24 lakh ITRs pending beyond 90 days: What taxpayers need to know

More than 24.6 lakh income tax returns for AY 2025-26 remain pending for over 90 days. Should taxpayers worry?

Why hospitality needs policy reforms to achieve India’s tourism goals

In this session of Guru gyaan, M P Bezbaruah provided his rich insights on the Indian tourism sector that includes the current situation, reforms and other aspects.