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Opportunity for 'great powers' to join forces, says Merz on India-EU FTA
Days before India-EU FTA signing, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz says the "era of great powers" offers a chance to push free trade over protectionism
 "Opportunity for 'great powers' to join forces, says Merz on India-EU FTA")
European Union suspends GSP export benefits; to impact India's shipments
EU has withdrawn GSP tariff benefits on 87% of Indian exports from January 2026, raising duties on key sectors and hitting competitiveness ahead of the India-EU FTA
 "European Union suspends GSP export benefits; to impact India's shipments")
Rapido FY25 loss narrows to ₹258 crore; revenue rises 44% to ₹934 crore
According to financial data accessed via business intelligence platform Tofler, the Bengaluru-headquartered unicorn's revenue from operations rose to ₹934.44 crore last fiscal year
 "Rapido FY25 loss narrows to ₹258 crore; revenue rises 44% to ₹934 crore")
Tackling portfolio overlap: Invest fresh money in underrepresented segments
When building a portfolio, diversify by market cap, style, and geography to minimise chances of overlap
 "Tackling portfolio overlap: Invest fresh money in underrepresented segments")
Dr Reddy's Laboratories gains 5% on posting Q3 results; brokerages divided
In Q3, Dr Reddy's Laboratories reported a 14 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) decline in consolidated net profit to ₹1,210 crore, as compared to ₹1,413 crore a year ago
 "Dr Reddy's Laboratories gains 5% on posting Q3 results; brokerages divided")
A Budget for India's strategic growth, jobs and global competitiveness
The document will be pivotal in outlining agenda that sustains growth and capex, enhances manufacturing and technological capabilities, creates jobs, and makes our economy more dynamic and competitive
 "A Budget for India's strategic growth, jobs and global competitiveness")
PM Modi speaks to Lula, says India-Brazil ties vital for Global South
The prime minister also said he was looking forward to welcoming the Brazilian president to India soon
 "PM Modi speaks to Lula, says India-Brazil ties vital for Global South")
Tata to invest $11 billion in AI Innovation City near Navi Mumbai airport
Global demand for data center capacity could more than triple by 2030 to reach an annual level of 219 gigawatts, according to consultancy McKinsey & Co
 "Tata to invest $11 billion in AI Innovation City near Navi Mumbai airport")
Optimist raises $12 million to build air conditioners for India's climate
Accel and Arkam Ventures back the startup, founded by Urban Ladder's Ashish Goel, as it develops energy-efficient cooling systems tailored to India's power and climate constraints
 "Optimist raises $12 million to build air conditioners for India's climate")
Zydus Lifesciences launches cancer drug Nivolumab's biosimilar in India
Move comes just months before nivolumab patent expiry in India on May 2, 2026
 "Zydus Lifesciences launches cancer drug Nivolumab's biosimilar in India")
Karnataka Cabinet extends five-year age relaxation for govt job aspirants
Under the new provision, for example, if the maximum age for a post is 35 years, candidates up to 40 years will now be eligible to apply
 "Karnataka Cabinet extends five-year age relaxation for govt job aspirants")
Neutral policy, predictable rules needed for investment-led growth
Fiscal restraint and policy stability are key for a pivot from consumption to investment led growth
 "Neutral policy, predictable rules needed for investment-led growth")
India 2nd most congested in Asia; Delhi 3rd among metro cities: Study
According to the report, globally, the national capital placed 23rd with 60.2 per cent congestion, while in Asia, it ranked seventh. India emerged as the second most congested country in Asia
 "India 2nd most congested in Asia; Delhi 3rd among metro cities: Study")
Three priorities for the govt: Defence, education, and climate adaptation
While many areas compete for resources, defence, education, and adaptation deserve focus for maximum impact
 "Three priorities for the govt: Defence, education, and climate adaptation")
Tiny Experiments: How linear careers limit learning and adaptability
Why linear careers deliver promotions, titles, money, and prestige - but often at the cost of curiosity, learning, and adaptability
 "Tiny Experiments: How linear careers limit learning and adaptability")
Canada PM Mark Carney's likely India visit to boost Cepa trade talks
Both sides working to ensure Carney visits New Delhi before March-end
 "Canada PM Mark Carney's likely India visit to boost Cepa trade talks")
High ammonia in Yamuna to disrupt water supply in Delhi till Feb 4
The affected WTPs include Wazirabad, Haiderpur Phase 1 and 2, Bawana, and Dwarka, with water production reduced, impacting several areas across the city until February 4
 "High ammonia in Yamuna to disrupt water supply in Delhi till Feb 4")
India-EU FTA: European auto lobby flags risks of 'restricted' access
ACEA urges full tariff removal on auto parts, cautions against licences and residual duties as India and EU eye announcing deal at January 27 summit
EAM Jaishankar meets EU envoys, pushes for stronger trade, security tieups
Ahead of the India-EU Summit on January 27, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met EU ambassadors and pitched stronger trade, mobility and security ties to help stabilise a volatile global order
 "EAM Jaishankar meets EU envoys, pushes for stronger trade, security tieups")
Bharti Airtel unlikely to take legal route for AGR relief, for now
Writes to DoT seeking reassessment of dues
 "Bharti Airtel unlikely to take legal route for AGR relief, for now")