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Trump welcomes Xi Jinping as US-China trade truce extended by 2 months

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in the US for a three-day state visit as Washington and Beijing extend their trade truce and prepare for high-level economic talks

Egg bites, Burger bowls: McDonald's tests protein-rich menu for GLP-1 users

The fast-food giant is testing chicken and burger bowls, snack wraps and egg bites as some consumers on GLP-1 drugs seek smaller portions and more protein

Here's why Ajit Mishra is bullish on MCX, Apollo Hospitals; bearish on TCS

Stocks to buy today: The overall setup remains constructive, and MCX appears poised for the next leg of up move and potential new highs, says Ajit Mishra of Religare Broking.

Meta launches $1,299 VR glasses-style headset to take on Apple's Vision Pro

Meta's new headset weighs about 100 grams after shifting its processor, battery and cooling system to an external pack, targeting a lighter and cheaper alternative to Apple's Vision Pro

NSE shares to debut today in test of investor faith in India's growth

The National Stock Exchange's ₹22,600 crore IPO was subscribed 5.7 times, but subdued retail demand and a 2-3 per cent grey-market premium point to a modest debut

Nifty showing signs of trend reversal; buy the dips says Jatin Gedia

The Nifty closed in the green above the falling channel on Wednesday indicating signs of a trend reversal, says Jatin Gedia of Teji Mandi. The analyst is bullish on Indus Towers and South Indian Bank.

Copper producers seek GST cut to 5% as record prices tie up capital

India's primary copper producers want GST on a range of copper products cut from 18% to 5%, saying the move could unlock up to $3.6 billion in working capital

"No hardship can hold you back": Aakash Bhardwaj eyes Asiad glory

Aakash was introduced to shooting in late 2021 after coming across an advertisement for a shooting academy, and five years later, he will represent his nation at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan

Asiad 2026: India kabaddi teams' full schedule, squads, match timings

India's men's kabaddi team have sealed a semi-final berth after three wins, while the unbeaten women's side face Japan on September 24 as both teams continue their Asian Games 2026 gold-medal defence

Best of BS Opinion: Brics' New Delhi Declaration needs follow-up from India

From the bank strike and prohibition debate to WTO reform, infrastructure risk-sharing and the history of data, today's opinions examine policy choices, institutional design and their consequences

Trade bodies call for 'No UPI Day' on October 2 to protest MDR levy

Business associations plan a No UPI Day on October 2 to protest the 0.4 per cent merchant discount rate set to apply to UPI merchant payments above Rs 2,000 from October 15

10 mn users & counting, Amazon Pay Later lines up a broader credit play

Amazon Pay India CEO Vikas Bansal says the company will focus on expanding its smart wallet and digital credit offerings for consumers and small businesses.

Two in 5 overnight trips in rural India for medical care, shows data

Medical treatment accounts for 38.4% of rural overnight trips, with health journeys costing households far more than leisure travel

Govt sets riders for funds to three stressed PSU general insurers

Calls for underwriting overhaul, performance-linked talent management

Fair case for rupee to appreciate from current levels: RBI's Poonam Gupta

RBI Deputy Governor Poonam Gupta sees a case for rupee appreciation as the current account deficit shrinks and capital flows improve, potentially later this financial year.

Netradyne, govt talk driver-monitoring systems for commercial vehicles

AI fleet-safety firm is testing its technology with Indian commercial vehicle makers for factory-level integration as it looks to expand beyond the US market

Three-day PSU bank strike may dent life insurers' September sales by 10-15%

A three-day public sector bank strike at the end of September could reduce life insurers' business through the bancassurance channel by 10-15 per cent, industry officials say

Farm growth post-2015 more broad-based, technology-driven: Report

Growth averaged 4.5% post 2015 compared to 3 per cent between 1967-1995 and 1996-2014

Fujifilm India exploring deals to supply chemicals to domestic chip cos

Fujifilm India is exploring supply deals with chipmakers and local partners as it invests about ₹800 crore in a semiconductor materials plant in Dholera

PSBs to remain open on Sunday ahead of three-day nationwide bank strike

RBI has approved opening of all bank branches, offices, ATM-linked branches and currency chests on September 27 to prevent a potential five-day disruption