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India watching military conflict in Middle East closely, says Hardeep Puri

"The place where action is taking place is in many respects the centre of global energy... as we go along we will navigate through this," Puri told reporters at an industry event in New Delhi

Israel-Hamas conflict may add uncertainty to IMF's growth projections

The IMF on Sunday said it was closely monitoring developments in Israel and Gaza, and it was too early to assess any economic impact

FM to attend World Bank-IMF meet, G20 FMBCBG in Morocco from Oct 11

During the visit, it said, Sitharaman and RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das will co-chair the fourth G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors (FMCBG) meeting

Israel-Hamas conflict may impact gems, jewellery trade, say exporters

Total India-Israel trade in merchandise and services sectors in 2022-23 is estimated to be $ 12 billion

Inflation expectations moderate in September 2023, says RBI survey

The results of the September 2023 round of its bi-monthly survey were released alongside the monetary policy review

High cotton prices may impact exports in 2022-23 marketing year: CAI

Cotton imports are also expected to decline in 2022-23 by 2.50 lakh bales to 12.50 lakh bales following higher import duty, Ganatra added

India, UK looking at possible visit of PM Sunak to New Delhi soon

Sunak visited India last month to attend the G20 Summit. On the sidelines of the summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sunak held bilateral talks

How is the Amazon sale different from Flipkart sale? Check heavy discounts

Amazon and Flipkart are two e-commerce rivals in India, that experience a significant growth in every season sale. Here are some of the best products you can purchase during Amazon and Flipkart sale

Australia to be partner country at Tamil Nadu global investors meet in Jan

Australia sees 'scope to do more' with Tamil Nadu in education and research, advanced manufacturing, clean energy

RBI increases monetary ceiling of gold loans to Rs 400,000 for UCBs

The RBI on Friday announced the increase in the monetary ceiling of gold loans that can be granted under the bullet repayment scheme from Rs 2 lakh to Rs 4 lakh for UCBs

Strict action against construction cos violating anti-dust norms: Gopal Rai

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai on Monday directed officials to take strict action against construction agencies found violating anti-dust norms at Sarai Kale Khan

Urban unemployment rate dips to 6.6% during April-June 2023: Govt survey

The unemployment rate (UR) for persons aged 15 years and above in April-June 2022 was 7.6 per cent in urban areas, the 19th Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) showed

Will foster blue economy, attract capital to propel maritime industry: Govt

The Union Minister was addressing a press briefing ahead of the most awaited maritime event 'Global Maritime India Summit- 2023' of the nation

K'taka urges Centre to increase employment days to 150 under MGNREGS

He said the Karnataka government has appealed to the Central team that the state is witnessing a peculiar climatic condition

GST Council to discuss apportioning compensation cess beyond March 2026

The issue was raised by some states at the 52nd GST Council meeting on October 7

Net-zero emissions target by 2070 little too long-term: Hardeep Puri

Under the net zero target, India will completely switch to renewables by 2070

G20 FMCBG meeting at Marrakesh: All eyes on MDB reform road map

On crypto assets, Lavasa said it may not be a major priority as there are several issues related to it that require acceptance

Business confidence index at three-quarter high in second quarter: CII

The rural economy has been on an upswing, as evident from the surge in fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sales and agricultural incomes in Q1 FY24

Attack on Israel may boost appeal of gold, safe haven assets, say analysts

The Hamas attack was openly praised by Iran and by Hezbollah, Iran's Lebanese allies

Soy output likely to decline by 4.3% this kharif season, says SOPA

Low soybean output could have a bearing on the prices, as it is one of the largest oilseeds grown in the kharif season