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Geopolitics, earnings, crude prices likely to drive markets this week

Besides, monsoon trend, inflation data and trading activity of foreign investors will also be closely watched by market participants

Afghan agri min holds talks with Indian counterpart to boost cooperation

Food security, seed systems and enhancement of crop productivity featured prominently in the discussions

Govt, Nasscom working on AI curriculum for undergraduate programmes

With the increasing use of AI in various areas, there is also a need to provide reskilling and upskilling opportunities for graduates

Daiki Axis opens third plant, bets on sustainable water treatment sector

Pandey said India generates more than 72 billion litres of sewage every day, leading to substantial discharge of untreated wastewater into rivers and water bodies

Chouhan calls for a mass tree planting movement for greener future

The minister also unveiled a comprehensive roadmap to transform environmental protection into a structured mass campaign, drawing upon suggestions from Vriksh Mitras during the interaction

Recycling body MRAI urges govt to remove 2.5% duty on aluminium scrap

The recycling industry says removing the 2.5% basic customs duty on aluminium scrap will reduce input costs, support MSMEs, create jobs and strengthen India's circular economy

'Ram temple trust to decide CEO's powers, no interference from govt'

The Ram Temple Construction Committee chairman said the CEO will oversee financial arrangements and devotee services while functioning under the Trust without government interference

Delhi CM seeks ₹100 crore from Central govt to accelerate PM-UDAY rollout

The Delhi government plans to set up PM-UDAY cells across all districts, modernise land records and conduct surveys to grant property rights in 1,511 unauthorised colonies

House panel backs suspension, not removal, of PM, CMs held for 30 days

The parliamentary panel has proposed replacing automatic removal with suspension for the prime minister, chief ministers and ministers detained for 30 days in serious criminal cases

Gold, silver may stay volatile amid US-Iran tensions, inflation data

Analysts expect precious metals to remain volatile as investors assess the US-Iran conflict, crude oil prices and key inflation data that could influence global interest rate expectations

Simaero plans to add more simulators, tap local engineering talent in India

The French aviation training company plans to operate up to six simulators in India over five years and develop local expertise in simulator engineering and technology services

Airtel bets on financial services, data centres after ₹3.3 trn investment

Bharti Airtel has announced ₹20,000-crore investment in non-banking financial company Airtel Money while its data centre Nxtra recently raised $1 billion as part of its plan to build 1 GW capacity

Antibiotic resistance emerging as major threat to surgical care: Experts

Surgeons say that preventing infections now requires a comprehensive strategy extending well beyond antibiotics

Weak monsoon may lift soluble fertiliser demand, price remains a risk: SFAI

The industry body said input costs have surged due to China's export curbs and West Asia disruptions, while warning that sharply higher prices could discourage farmers from using soluble fertilisers

DLF Chairman Rajiv Singh's remuneration rises 20% to ₹44.06 crore in FY26

Rajiv Singh's remuneration rose to ₹44.06 cr in FY26, largely driven by commission, while DLF's managing directors also received higher pay as the realty major reported improved financial performance

India, Canada conclude third round of trade talks, eye deal by 2026

Negotiators discussed goods, services, intellectual property, rules of origin and other key issues, reaffirming their commitment to conclude the proposed CEPA by the end of 2026

Mcap of 4 of top-10 most valued firms jumps ₹92,995 cr; HDFC, Airtel lead

4 of India's 10 most-valued companies added nearly ₹93,000 cr in market capitalisation last week, led by HDFC Bank and Bharti Airtel, even as benchmark indices ended lower amid geopolitical tensions

EPFO invites applications from provident fund trusts for amnesty scheme

Employers, stakeholders and the general public are advised to take note of the scheme, which will remain open for six months, a labour ministry statement said

Employee headcount shrinks at HUL, Dabur amid hike in median pay in FY26

While Nestle India, Marico and Tata Consumer Products Ltd (TCPL) added to their headcount during the fiscal, Hindustan Unilever (HUL) and Dabur saw a decline in permanent employees on their rolls

Honda bullish on India's two-wheeler market, to roll out new products

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India expects rising personal mobility, rural demand and premiumisation to support long-term industry growth as it prepares new launches for the festive season