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US tariffs hit Indian toy exporters as orders drop, buyers shift markets

Indian toy exporters are seeing fewer US orders after higher tariffs, forcing them to cut prices, simplify packaging and redesign products as buyers turn to cheaper markets

Google to lift India's data hub plan above $15 billion, says Naidu

He added that Andhra Pradesh has commitments to build 5.5 GW of data centers from companies including Reliance Industries Ltd

IRB Infrastructure Trust secures UP highway project for ₹9,270 crore

Following the addition of the TOT-17 project, toll revenue for the IRB Group's portfolio is expected to rise significantly, while the group's asset base will surpass ₹90,000 crore

DPDP rules notified: Digital privacy law a reality after 14 years

Implementation planned in phases over 12-18 months

Chevron, Phillips 66, Total win India's first US LPG import tender: Report

India plans to raise energy imports from the US to cut its trade surplus with Washington, a key irritant for President Donald Trump, who has imposed a 50% import levy on Indian goods

DPDP rules implementation: Demand for consent managers likely to rise

Will maintain log of consents given, denied, or withdrawn

Northeast has been kept at centre of policymaking, says FM Sitharaman

Sitharaman says the Northeast now has the fundamentals in place and is rapidly building digital and semiconductor-ready capabilities with strong policy priority from the Centre

DPDP rules: Training AI models using data likely to need a rethink

The new rules require informed consent along with easy provisions to revoke it for any personal data processing

Moving India: So near yet so far for Gujarat's transport infrastructure

The fourth of a six-part series examines why daily commute in Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, and GIFT City remains a challenge despite better bus and metro services, and new infrastructure

Supreme Court rejects pleas against revival of Crocs design suit

The Supreme Court has upheld a Delhi High Court order reviving Crocs' passing-off suits against Indian footwear makers, ruling that such claims can proceed even when trade dress is a registered design

90% Indians exposed to fake endorsements in 2025: Deepfake Deception List

A new McAfee report warns that deepfake-driven celebrity endorsement scams are rising sharply in India, exposing millions to fake ads, manipulated videos, and phishing traps

High streets hold lead in rental growth as retailers go for visibility

Stagnant rents are largely confined to grade B, grade C malls: Experts

Danube to build ₹4K cr commercial tower named after Shah Rukh Khan

Danube Properties will develop a 55-storey grade-A commercial tower on Dubai's Sheikh Zayed Road, branded after Shah Rukh Khan

AM Green to invest ₹10K cr in Andhra Pradesh for sustainable aviation fuel

MoUs target large-scale green fuels, including 180 KTPA sustainable aviation fuel

Andhra inks ₹27,909 crore electronics MoUs on day one of CII summit

Minister Nara Lokesh held high-level meetings to push investments, renewable energy plans and coastal research collaborations

DPDP rules mandate deleting user data after three years of inactivity

Ecommerce, gaming, and social media intermediaries must erase dormant user data with prior notice

Mumbai realty market sees 4-fold jump in institutional investment: Report

Out of the total inflow in Mumbai property market, the consultant noted that foreign capital accounted for two-thirds (67 per cent) at $797.7 million

Ecom logistics sector seeks clarity on GST rules for delivery, GTA services

MSME-focused e-commerce platforms have warned that ambiguity over GST treatment of local delivery and GTA services is creating compliance risks, potential double taxation, and operational disruptions

No mining within 1 km of national parks, wildlife sanctuaries: SC

The Supreme Court has ruled that mining cannot take place within one kilometre of national parks and wildlife sanctuaries, extending earlier directions to all protected areas

Quick commerce feeds revenue appetite of packaged food companies

Taste for convenience serves up 50-100% growth for AWL Agri, Tata Consumer, Parle