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India raises gold import duty back to 15%: What’s behind the move

India has significantly raised import duties on gold, silver, and platinum. This move aims to safeguard the nation's economy and foreign exchange reserves. The government prioritises essential imports like crude oil and fertilisers. This decision reflects a proactive approach to manage external risks.

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Gold prices today: Check 18 carat, 22 carat and 24 carat gold rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata and other cities as govt hikes import duty

Gold rates today: India has significantly boosted import duties on gold and silver to 15% from 6% to curb overseas purchases and protect foreign exchange reserves. In Delhi, the rates of 24k, 22k and 18k gold stand at Rs 1,54,140, Rs 1,41,310 and Rs 1,15650, respectively. The rates in Mumbai…

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Gold steady with US-China summit, MidEast developments in focus

Gold prices remained stable in early Asian trade. Investors are awaiting a key U.S.-China summit in Beijing. Developments in the Middle East conflict are also being closely watched. U.S. President Donald Trump commented on the Iran war. Oil prices saw a dip. U.S. consumer inflation increased. India has raised import…

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Groww investors reap bumper returns; Lightspeed’s India rethink

Happy Wednesday! Groww delivered strong gains to early investors after the IPO lock-in expired. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.

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India’s economic strength defies foreign outflow fears, S&P Says

S&P Global Ratings said India is coping with global financial pressures better than headline data indicate, adding that concerns over foreign investment outflows are overstated. The agency said India has enough buffers to manage a wider current-account deficit caused by rising oil prices.

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Why Gold Prices May Rise Even More After Modi’s Warning

Gold is not just metal in India. It is emotion, tradition, security, and status packed into one shining investment. From weddings to festivals, buying gold feels almost natural in Indian households. But now, a serious warning from Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sparked a nationwide conversation. Why does the government…

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India books phosphate fertilizer at 40% above pre-war prices

India has contracted diammonium phosphate (DAP) fertilizer at prices nearly 40% higher than pre-war levels as the Middle East conflict disrupts supplies and lifts global prices. Indian Potash Ltd. agreed to buy about 1.35 million tons of DAP for delivery on the west and east coasts at around $930-$935 per…

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90% of mature AI adopters cut BPO spends, says Z47-OpenAI report

The report, The India AI Edge: How India Uses AI, based on OpenAI’s India usage data and a survey of more than 100 CXOs, found that more than a third of mature adopters have cut outsourced work by over 25%. It also said that most additional AI spending is not…

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Companies fish for cyber cover as AI liability risks surface

Indian companies are turning to cyber insurance for protection against AI risks. Concerns about AI agents going rogue or chatbots providing incorrect information are driving this trend. Insurers are adapting their underwriting models to assess AI exposure. The global AI insurance market is projected for significant growth. This evolving landscape…

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SC likely to hear petitions challenging sections of India’s first privacy law this month

The petitioners are the Reporters' Collective, the Editors Guild of India, the National Campaign for People's Right to Information, Mazdoor Kisan Shakti Sanghatan, human rights and transparency activist Venkatesh Nayak and journalist Geeta Seshu. Among other aspects, they have questioned provisions which amend the Right to Information (RTI) Act and…

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Lightspeed eyes new India fund, plans smaller corpus of $300–350 million amid AI focus

The venture capital firm, which was initially looking to raise as much as $500 million for its fifth India fund, has now cut the target size to around $300-350 million, the people said, requesting anonymity as the discussions are private.

The Economic Times

India raises gold, silver import duty to 15% to curb imports, support rupee amid West Asia crisis

Gold, silver import duty hike: India has significantly raised customs duties on gold, silver, and platinum imports to 15% and 15.4%, respectively. This move aims to conserve foreign exchange reserves and stabilise the external account amidst the West Asia conflict and global economic uncertainty. The government seeks to moderate non-essential…

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'Indians hiring Indians': Former Google contractor says he was asked to train his replacement

A former Google contractor, Stephen Vivien, said it was mean, harsh and dehumanizing when he was asked to train his replacement and his whole team's jobs were sent to India, the Phillipines and Ireland. Vivien said this for an H-1B documentary for GB News, which interviewed US techies who lost…

The Times of India

Has Air India cancelled all international flights until July 2026? Here’s the truth behind the viral claim

Air India Flights: Rumors of Air India suspending all international flights until July 2026 are misleading. The airline has temporarily reduced services on select routes due to rising costs and geopolitical tensions, not a complete cancellation. Flights to major global destinations continue, though some long-haul sectors face reduced frequency.

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Who is LizLaz, the German influencer and singer who claimed she was offered money to speak against Virat Kohli?

German influencer LizLaz is in the news again. She alleges a journalist offered her money to make false claims about Virat Kohli. This is not the first time LizLaz has been linked to the Indian cricketer. Earlier this year, Kohli clarified an accidental 'like' on her Instagram photo.

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Sugar Prices Push Higher Amid the Outlook for Tighter Supplies

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) on Tuesday closed up +0.10 (+0.67%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) closed up +4.40 (+1.02%). Sugar prices settled higher on Tuesday amid an outlook for tighter global supplies. StoneX on Tuesday predicted that the global sugar market will fall...

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Major ICE crackdown on 10,000 foreign students on OPT; 'fake companies' being operated from India

The Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced a major crackdown on an immigration program that allows international students to work temporarily in the country. Calling the OPT program a 'magnet for fraud', ICE director Todd M Lyons said the agency uncovered irregularities involving nearly 10,000 foreign students participating in the…

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Global turmoil tests India’s resilience; time for a strategic economic pivot

India faces economic challenges due to global events. Prime Minister Modi urges careful resource use. The nation must boost foreign investment and cut imports to strengthen its economy. Focus on energy transition and attracting capital will build resilience. Targeted strategies can secure export growth and long-term strength.

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India brings back COVID-era work-from-home rules and asks farmers to halve fertilizer use as the Iran war chokes its oil lifeline

India is particularly exposed to the Iran oil shock as 50% of its crude oil imports pass through the Strait of Hormuz.

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Southwest monsoon may set in over Andaman region by late this week: IMD

Favorable conditions are emerging for the southwest monsoon's arrival in the south Bay of Bengal and Andaman regions this week. The monsoon typically reaches the Andaman and Nicobar Islands around May 20. This year, India may experience below-normal rainfall, potentially due to El Nino conditions developing.

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Global turmoil is India’s 'wake-up call' to cut import dependence: Piyush Goyal

India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal urges domestic industry to embrace self-reliance amid global challenges. He calls for increased productivity and better use of trade agreements. The minister emphasizes reducing import dependence to bolster the economy. He also highlights the potential of electric vehicles and advanced technologies like AI for growth.…

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War on Iran about oil, not for wiping out civilisation: RSS General Secy Hosabale

The West Asia conflict is driven by oil, not civilization, according to RSS General Secretary Dattareya Hosabale. He believes India can influence leaders towards peace. Wars stem from greed or wicked minds. Hosabale also supported Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call for austerity, deeming it essential for India's well-being.

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China urges WTO to set up panel in case against India's support measures for solar, IT sectors

China has asked the World Trade Organization to form a panel. This is due to a dispute with India over support for solar cells, modules, and IT sectors. Bilateral talks failed to find a solution. China claims India's measures discriminate against its goods. This follows a similar request in January…

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There should always be window for dialogue with Pakistan, people-to-people contact key: RSS's Hosabale

Top RSS functionary Dattatreya Hosabale stated that people-to-people contact is crucial for resolving the deadlock with Pakistan, advocating for an open window for dialogue. He believes civil society, including academicians and sportspersons, should lead engagement as Pakistan's political and military leadership have lost India's confidence. Trade and visa issuance should…

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Vedanta chief Anil Agarwal backs PM's call to save forex, pitches for mining reforms

Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal urged swift mining reforms to boost domestic production of oil, gold, and other critical resources, aligning with Prime Minister Modi's call to conserve foreign exchange. Agarwal emphasized privatization and self-certification in clearances to unlock the potential of existing assets and reduce import dependency, citing Vedanta's success…

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