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India must turn Chinese investment into trade leverage

India grapples with a persistent trade imbalance with China, a significant structural challenge. Embracing Chinese investment presents a strategic chance to recalibrate this economic dynamic. This strategy seeks to cultivate mutual dependence and fortify India's interests. As India diversifies its trading partners and investment avenues, pragmatic policies can draw Chinese…

The Economic Times

FSSAI inspects Pernod Ricard plant, collects whisky samples in wider industry probe

Pernod Ricard's Bengaluru plant was inspected by India's food safety regulator, with officials collecting liquor samples and seeking documents as part of heightened scrutiny of the country's alcohol sector. Sources said the company was asked to improve hygiene and correct recycled-plastic markings, though no adverse findings have been issued against…

The Economic Times

FSSAI revokes order against USL's flavoured spirit produced at Baramati plant

Food regulator FSSAI has revoked its order concerning United Spirits' Baramati unit product. This revocation follows discussions and engagement between the company and the food authority. United Spirits had challenged the initial order before the Bombay High Court earlier. The company maintained its product labels were compliant with Indian regulatory…

The Economic Times

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Pakistan summons top US diplomat after envoy Sergio Gor calls Jammu & Kashmir ‘important part of India’

Pakistan summoned the top US diplomat after remarks by the US envoy to India. Sergio Gor described Jammu and Kashmir as an important part of India during his visit. He made these comments while meeting with Chief Minister Omar Abdullah in Srinagar. The US envoy's visit marked his first trip…

The Economic Times

In 1836, a pangolin from Nepal entered a London museum collection. 190 years later, scientists sequenced its preserved DNA and confirmed Manis aurita as a distinct species, giving conservationists a new tool against poaching

A nearly 190-year-old specimen has unveiled a new pangolin species in Nepal and India, marking a significant stride in the understanding of pangolin diversity and their distribution across regions. Researchers leveraged DNA from this ancient specimen to identify it as distinct from known species. Accurate identification plays a crucial role…

The Economic Times

India startup aims to compete with OpenAI in crowded voice arena

Murf AI has launched Falcon 2, a text-to-speech model designed to deliver human-like voices at lower costs and faster speeds. Priced at $0.01 per generated minute, the model has outperformed some offerings from OpenAI and other global players in independent benchmarks, targeting enterprise use cases such as call centres, banks…

The Economic Times

Red-faced Pakistan summons top diplomat over US envoy Gor's J&K remark in Srinagar

Pakistan on Wednesday summoned the top US diplomat Islamabad and lodged a protest after US envoy to India Sergio Gor described Jammu and Kashmir as an “important part of India” during his visit to Srinagar on Wednesday.

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Sugar Prices Turn Lower on Technical Selling

October NY world sugar #11 (SBV26 ) is down -0.03 (-0.17%) today, and October London ICE white sugar #5 (SWV26 ) is down -0.50 (-0.09%). Sugar prices gave up an early advance today and turned lower on technical selling. With the sharp rally over the past two weeks, sugar prices...

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Sheikh Hasina says she will return to Bangladesh in December. What awaits her back home

For the first time since fleeing Bangladesh two years ago, Sheikh Hasina has put a specific month on her planned return: December.

The Times of India

BSE looks to launch MSCI-linked futures and options in India

BSE has partnered with MSCI to explore futures and options contracts linked to MSCI indexes in India, subject to regulatory approvals. The move could broaden BSE’s derivatives offerings, strengthen index-based investing and provide investors additional tools to hedge India exposure.

The Economic Times

From Cambridge to Indian campuses, a similar playbook hounds the marginalised

Early this year, we were in Manchester to attend the British Sociological Association’s 75th annual conference. Sitting among hundreds of academics, we were deeply intrigued by the title of Professor Jason Arday, the former Cambridge scholar’s plenary talk – ‘Wanted dead or alive: The playbook’. Arday, with great enthusiasm but…

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Nepal Speaker orders PM Balen to face House on Aug 26; attended just 5 of 39 sittings

Nepal Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal has ordered PM Balendra Shah to appear before the country's House of Representatives on Aug 26 and answer lawmakers directly, issuing a rare parliamentary rebuke to a PM who attended just five of the first 39 sittings since taking office and faced months of opposition…

The Times of India

Street dogs: Why India can’t — and shouldn’t — evict its canines

For more than two centuries, authorities in India have tried to remove free-ranging dogs from public life. Yet efforts to eliminate them have repeatedly encountered not only practical difficulties, but fierce resistance.

The Conversation

Google to stop making Pixel devices in China, report claims — India and Vietnam prime candidates for manufacturing shift owing to Beijing-Washington tensions

To reduce reliance on China, Google plans to relocate production of Pixel smartphones, smartwatches, and headsets from China to India and Vietnam.

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The Economic Times

Siguler Guff raises $500 mn for India mid-market private equity strategy

Siguler Guff has secured $500 million for India's mid-market businesses. The capital will fund founder and family-owned companies in key sectors. Investments will target firms benefiting from domestic consumption and global demand. This strategy focuses on growth capital and operational support for businesses. The firm has already deployed funds into…

The Economic Times

School holiday August 20, 2026: Will schools remain closed on Monday? From J&K, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Uttrakhand to Maharashtra, check rain alerts & state-wise updates

School holiday August 20: Tomorrow's monsoon rains may lead to school closures in multiple regions of India, particularly in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Uttar Pradesh, where heavy rainfall is expected. While there are no confirmed statewide school holidays for August 20, authorities are proactively assessing potential flooding and landslide impacts…

The Economic Times

Oil pain pins India bonds in range; RBI minutes to give next cue

Indian government bonds showed little movement on Wednesday, trading in a tight range. The increase in oil prices countered support drawn from softer U.S. Treasury yields, which affected trader sentiment. Market participants are now looking ahead to the impending policy minutes from the U.S. and Indian central banks for insights…

The Economic Times

Zeeba revamps packaging and announces Chef Vikas Khanna as its global brand ambassador

Zeeba has proudly appointed Michelin-starred chef Vikas Khanna as its Global Brand Ambassador. This exciting partnership aims to elevate the standard of Basmati rice in Indian households across the country. Chef Khanna expressed his joy in representing a celebrated Indian product known worldwide. Additionally, the updated packaging of Zeeba emphasizes…

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Market wrap: HCL Tech, Sun Pharma, Power Grid, Bajaj Finance top gainers and losers on Nifty and Sensex on Wednesday

Indian equities extended losses for a seventh session, with Nifty falling 0.32% and Sensex 0.42% ahead of US FOMC minutes. IT stocks gained, but broader markets weakened. Analysts flagged 24,000 as crucial Nifty support amid persistent sell-on-rallies sentiment.

The Economic Times

School Assembly News Headlines, August 20, 2026: Top national, international, business, sports updates and thought of the day

School Assembly News Headlines: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has appointed new members to the influential parliamentary panel. Meanwhile, Bangladesh is pushing for quicker business visas and more equitable economic relations with India. Amid ongoing oil supply uncertainties, Indian and US fuel exporters are enjoying significant gains. In sports, KL…

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Nine killed including girl, four, as hotel in India goes up in flames

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India's agro-chemical companies seek data protection law to expedite farm innovation

Agro-chemical firms urge government to protect regulatory data in a new bill. This protection would encourage new pesticide molecule development and introduction. Companies seek a five-year exclusive access window for newly registered molecules. Such a framework aims to boost farm productivity and export competitiveness. International comparisons show other nations offer…

The Economic Times

India's crop insurers seek data protection law to expedite farm innovation

Indian crop insurers are asking the government for regulatory data protection. This provision would encourage the introduction of newer, safer pesticide molecules. Companies seek a five-year exclusive access window for newly registered products. This change aims to boost farm output and agrochemical exports competitiveness. International comparisons show other nations offer…

The Economic Times

The UK pension pot question: Why 2026-27 is the year to decide

Starting April 2027, UK pension pots will be subject to inheritance tax, prompting a reevaluation of legacy planning strategies. For Indians holding UK pensions, transferring them to Indian QROPS before this deadline becomes vital. This process involves specific forms and an exact completion sequence. Indian pension schemes present a variety…

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Big Motorcycles Have A Problem: Small Bikes Are Getting Too Damn Good

Motorcycle sales data from India shows smaller premium bikes surging while 500cc-plus models struggle, with implications far beyond Asia.

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