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FIFA World Cup 2026 Today Match Schedule (2 July): India Time, full fixtures, match timings, venues, latest standings and other details

FIFA World Cup 2026 match schedule for 2 July: Football fever grips India as the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 heats up on July 2. Fans can witness thrilling encounters including Spain vs. Austria and Portugal vs. Croatia. Early morning matches on July 2 feature Belgium vs. Senegal…

The Economic Times · Jul 1

Sugar Prices Climb on Global Weather Risks

October NY world sugar #11 (SBV26 ) today is up +0.13 (+0.88%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) is up +9.30 (+1.96%). Sugar prices extended their week-long rally today, with NY sugar posting a 7-week high and London sugar posting a 9.75-month nearest-futures high. Sugar prices are...

Barchart · Jul 1

India urges Pak to expedite release, repatriation of 188 Indian fishermen, civil prisoners

The MEA also said, "As a result of sustained efforts by the government of India, 2,661 Indian fishermen and 78 Indian civil prisoners have been repatriated from Pakistan since 2014. These include 500 Indian fishermen and 20 Indian civil prisoners who have been repatriated from Pakistan since 2023 till date."

The Economic Times · Jul 1

Tel Aviv should build broader alliance from India to US via West Asia: Top Israeli defence official

Israel's top defence official proposed a new regional security architecture, advocating for a broad alliance from India to the US, encompassing West Asia and Europe. This initiative, he stated, is crucial given Iran's military buildup and aims to forge shared interests. A new US-Israel security pact, grounded in mutual interests,…

The Economic Times · Jul 1

FSSAI crackdown on energy drink brands; issues notices to 6 firms including Red Bull, Pepsico

Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has "issued notices to several beverage brands claiming to be 'energy drinks' for misbranding and misleading claims", the regulator said in a post on social media platform Instagram on Wednesday.

The Economic Times · Jul 1

India initiates anti-dumping probes against five products from China, other nations

The five items are moulded soda-lime glass vials; electric tractors in 6x4 and 4x2 axle configuration in any form; cyanuric chloride; polyethylene terephthalate film above 100 microns; and carbon raiser made anthracite coal.

The Economic Times · Jul 1

From terror to tokens: Some of Trump’s $ 1.4b crypto jackpot comes via Pak pipeline

A 927-page disclosure filed with the US Office of Government Ethics shows Trump earned at least $2 billion in revenue during 2025, including an estimated $1.4 billion from cryptocurrency ventures controlled by trusts benefiting him. The extraordinary windfall has triggered fresh debate in Washington over conflicts of interest while simultaneously…

The Times of India · Jul 1

Validity of FY26 gold import quota licences under India-UAE trade pact extended till September 30

Gold importers under the India-UAE free trade agreement have received an extension until September 30, 2026, to utilize their tariff rate quota authorisations for FY 2025-26. This move comes as gold imports from the UAE saw a dip last fiscal. Separately, exporters of wheat flour and related items are being…

The Economic Times · Jul 1

Meta’s WhatsApp Shakeup Could Put India at the Center of Its Next Growth Push

Meta is investing $900 million in Indian fintech Cred to bring founder Kunal Shah on to lead WhatsApp, aiming to boost monetization of the platform's 3 billion users.

MarketBeat · Jul 1

Weather Tomorrow July 2: IMD issues rain warning for Delhi, Mumbai, Uttarakhand, Odisha, Bihar, West Bengal, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh as monsoon advances

Weather Tomorrow: India's monsoon is finally gaining strength after a dry June, with widespread rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds predicted across many states. The India Meteorological Department forecasts significant advancements into North and Northwest India, offering much-needed relief. Heavy to extremely heavy rainfall is expected in several regions, including Mumbai,…

The Economic Times · Jul 1