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India's exports to get boost with US cutting tariff: FM Nirmal Sitharaman

Trump's steep 50 per cent tariffs last year dented Indian exports by raising landed costs, squeezing exporter margins, and eroding competitiveness in the American market

India-US trade deal brings glimmer of hope for beleaguered IT services cos

India-US trade deal eases fears of tariff spillover into IT services, offering relief to Indian tech firms amid weak global demand and delayed client spending

US deal, FTAs likely to stitch a new growth story for textiles sector

With the US agreeing to cut tariffs on Indian goods to 18%, industry expects India's textile and apparel exports to gain a competitive edge and post double-digit monthly growth from FY27

Consumption story of staples is making a comeback: AWL Agri executives

AWL Agri targets 7-8% edible oil volume growth, banks on capacity expansion and a demand recovery led by rural markets and staples consumption

India-US trade deal: Gems and jewellery exports set to shine once again

Easing of US tariffs has revived demand-side confidence in India's gems and jewellery sector, raising hopes of reversing export losses and regaining momentum

India-EU FTA likely to come into force this year: EU Ambassador to India

Delphin noted enthusiasm from business communities on both sides, emphasising opportunities in supply chain integration and worker mobility

No issue found with Air India Dreamliner fuel control switches, says DGCA

DGCA says inspections found no issue with fuel control switches on an Air India Boeing 787-8 after pilots flagged abnormal movement during engine start in London

India-US trade deal a big decision that will benefit all, says PM Modi

Chief ministers welcome the India-US trade deal, with PM Modi calling it a big decision, while TDP MPs seek clarity on withdrawal of punitive duties

Pause and reflect: Why February may not be the time for rate cuts

With FY25-26 CPI inflation likely to average at 2.1 per cent Year-on-Year and FY26-27 CPI inflation to still average below the 4.0 per cent target, the question of 'space' is still easy to answer

Farm livelihood concerns allayed as agri, dairy sectors kept out of US deal

Centre says sensitive sectors such as agriculture and dairy are outside the India-US trade deal, easing concerns even as US officials speak of higher farm exports

Indian housing mkt breaks into global top 10 by price growth, rising 9.6%

India's housing market ranked among the global top 10 as prices rose 9.6% year-on-year in 2025, led by strong demand in premium and mid-income segments

Shrimp industry gets a fresh lease of life after cut in US tariffs

Indian shrimp exporters have welcomed the US decision to cut tariffs, easing severe cost pressures, though industry players say the move came too late as major import orders for 2026 are in place

Adani Defence, Italian firm to set up military chopper facility in India

Strategic partnership will help meet the Indian armed forces' requirements for advanced helicopters

Business Standard poll: Status quo on repo rate likely in RBI review

Some economists said that a pause is warranted at this juncture to assess the upcoming CPI and GDP data, which will be released in mid to late February 2026 using new base years

Datanomics: Labour-heavy exports regain ground after India-US trade deal

India-US tariff cut to 18% lifts prospects for labour-intensive exports as firms diversify markets and oil sourcing shifts amid geopolitical pressure

Balancing between trade and politics in the evolving India-US equation

The new India-US reciprocal tariff deal offers relief and predictability, but ties market access to strategic concessions, reshaping how bilateral trade will be negotiated

Disney names Parks chief Josh D'Amaro as successor to CEO Bob Iger

Disney has named its parks chief Josh D'Amaro to succeed Bob Iger as the entertainment giant's top executive.

India's telecom exports to gain competitive advantage from US trade deal

Reciprocal tariffs cut to 18% under the India-US trade deal are expected to improve margins and competitiveness for Indian telecom equipment and optic fibre makers

Tariff reset lifts India's medical device pulse amid China+1 shift

For Indian medical device exporters, the tariff reset addresses a long-standing vulnerability: wafer-thin margins

Air India, IndiGo aircraft touch wingtips at Mumbai airport

Air India flight AI 2732, bound for Coimbatore, was stationary on the taxiway when an IndiGo aircraft taxiing after landing made contact with its wingtip, officials said