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Commerce ministry meeting industry, exporters on India-US trade on September 1

India's Commerce Ministry will meet industry leaders on September 1 regarding trade performance. This meeting precedes Minister Piyush Goyal's US visit for G-20 talks. Discussions will focus on recent trade trends and sector-wise performance. Negotiations for a bilateral trade agreement are ongoing between the two nations. India seeks a comparative…

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Apparel exporters urge commerce minister Piyush Goyal to regulate cotton yarn exports

Apparel exporters requested government intervention to regulate cotton yarn exports. Rising yarn prices are significantly hurting the industry's global competitiveness. Limited stock and increased demand from countries like Bangladesh and Vietnam contribute. Higher manufacturing costs affect opportunities in new free trade agreement markets. Value addition through finished garments offers greater…

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Argentina to ease pharma barriers as India trade tops $6.5 bn

Argentina committed to reducing barriers for Indian pharmaceutical entry. This move will offer greater opportunities for Indian companies and improve healthcare access. Discussions occurred during Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal's visit to Buenos Aires this week. Bilateral trade between India and Argentina exceeded six point five billion dollars in 2025. Emerging…

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UGC NET June 2026 result scorecard released for 84 Subjects: Check direct link, steps to download and re-exam dates for English, Commerce and Sociology

The UGC-NET June 2026 scorecards have been made available by the National Testing Agency for a total of eighty-four subjects. Candidates can view their results on the official UGC-NET website. Additionally, re-examinations for English, Commerce, and Sociology are set for September, specifically on the ninth and tenth. Importantly, no extra…

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Trump-run Kennedy Center ‘courting a constitutional crisis for one man’s vanity,’ lawyers say

Judge will decide whether Trump-controlled board violated court order blocking president’s name from the facade

The Independent UK

Trump administration weighs expanding chip tariffs to laptops, consoles, and servers, report claims — January's data center exemptions may be scrapped

The Trump administration is weighing a second round of semiconductor tariffs that would extend duties beyond chips to products built with them.

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Indian, US businesses keen to invest in Bangladesh: Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir

Bangladesh minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir says, Indian and US businesses are increasingly looking to invest in country, with Indian companies advocating for the activation of land ports to cut raw material expenses. They also proposed creating task forces to focus on infrastructure and digital advancements. Meanwhile, a US trade delegation…

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India eyes critical minerals, bigger markets in South America trade push

India is strengthening trade ties with South American nations like Chile, Argentina, and Brazil. Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal will chair joint trade meetings in Argentina and Brazil. Talks for a comprehensive trade agreement with Chile are in advanced stages. Discussions will also cover expanding the preferential trade agreement with Mercosur.…

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Piyush Goyal pushes for greater India-Singapore economic, investment ties

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal met Singapore leaders to boost trade and investment. Discussions focused on strengthening business-to-business engagement and unlocking new economic opportunities. Temasek Holdings CEO and Fortis Healthcare Chairman also held discussions with Goyal. The minister addressed the India-Singapore Business Forum and met potential investors. Singapore remains India's largest…

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Piyush Goyal pitches Singapore as springboard for India’s agri-food exports

Indian ministers promoted agricultural exports in Singapore through a special roadshow event. This initiative aims to expand Indian farmers' and food manufacturers' market presence. The event focused on diverse products including organic items and millets. This effort supports strengthening bilateral trade and economic cooperation between India and Singapore. Discussions also…

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UGC NET cancelled papers written by AI? Experts flag signs of AI use, NTA denies

The National Testing Agency has cancelled and ordered fresh UGC-NET papers in English, Commerce and Sociology after candidates and subject experts flagged errors and repeated questions. The Sociology paper reportedly contained misspelled names of scholars such as George Ritzer and Talcott Parsons, while candidates alleged that around 67 of 150…

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India aiming for $100 billion gems and jewellery exports by 2040: Commerce Secretary

India has set an ambitious target of reaching USD 100 billion in gems and jewellery exports by 2040. Achieving this goal hinges on innovative practices, exceptional design leadership, and substantial value addition. A collaborative effort between government bodies and industry leaders aims to transform this sector, with a focus on…

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Trump's White House Has a Record Number of Ultra-Rich Officials: Here's Who They Are

President Donald Trump has assembled an administration with an unprecedented concentration of wealth, with 57 senior officials worth at least $100 million each, more than four times the combined number found in the administrations of his three immediate predecessors, according to a new analysis.

Latin Times

Trump has more ultra-rich officials than his three predecessors combined, report shows

In total, 57 Trump administration officials are worth at least $100 million

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UGC-NET retest: Qualifying candidates, subject-wise allocations won't be reduced: NTA sources

The number of qualifying candidates and subject-wise allocations for English, Commerce and Sociology will not be reduced on account of the re-test being conducted for the three UGC-NET papers, NTA sources said on Monday.

Bangkok Post

Four 'unlocks' to drive Thailand's sustainable growth

Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun has outlined four priorities for unlocking Thailand's sustainable growth as global trade faces growing uncertainty from geopolitics, technology, trade barriers and shifting supply chains.