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India’s growth gets a government lift, Bernstein flags hidden costs

India's economic outcomes show distortions, not solely free-market forces at play. Company earnings and asset valuations are influenced by government interventions and incentives. Production Linked Incentive schemes support profitability in manufacturing sectors. Rural spending persists due to direct government transfers, not productivity gains. Policy interventions reshape outcomes, making growth seem…

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Vietnam's export triumph: How a small nation beat China and India to become America's top trade partner

Vietnam now leads all nations in its trade surplus with the United States. This significant shift occurred during the first half of the year 2026. Vietnam's surplus reached $114 billion, surpassing China and Mexico. This growth stems from economic reforms initiated in the 1980s and a "China plus one" strategy.…

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SBI, SBI Capital Markets plan 1% NSE stake sale via IPO: Bank Chairman C S Setty

State Bank of India plans to divest nearly one percent of its National Stock Exchange stake. This divestment will occur as part of the exchange's upcoming initial public offering. SBI's mortgage portfolio is projected to surpass ten lakh crore rupees this quarter. The bank holds a significant market share in…

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Russia is one of the world's top oil producers, so why is it still importing petrol from India

Russia is rationing petrol domestically as Ukrainian drone strikes damage its oil refineries. The nation continues crude oil production while facing domestic fuel shortages. Refineries like NORSI and Perm have halted operations after recent attacks. Russia is now importing finished petrol, notably from India. This situation highlights the strain on…

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137th Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi highlights history website, backs drug-free youth campaign

Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed a website detailing historical rulers of Bharat. He also highlighted the 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat' campaign's progress. This initiative aims to create drug-free youth and a drug-free nation. The campaign is gaining momentum across the country with significant youth participation. It represents a…

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India sends rescue teams, 68.5 tonnes of aid to flood-hit Nepal

India has sent 68.5 tonnes of relief materials and technical teams to Nepal. Specialized teams are assisting in search and rescue operations within hydropower tunnels. Forensic experts are also present to aid in DNA analysis following the disaster. Equipment for modular steel bridges has arrived to restore transport links. Nepali…

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Park Medi World to expand hospital network across north India, add 1,450 beds by FY28

Park Medi World plans to add 1,450 beds by FY28, expanding its northern India network. The hospital chain focuses on Tier 1, 2, and 3 cities for efficient scaling. Acquisitions will target hospitals with 200-250 beds, expandable to 350. The company reported record net profit and revenue in FY26. Park…

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FPIs net buyers for 2nd month; Rs 30,919 crore inflow in August: is selling spree easing?

During August, foreign portfolio investors added over Rs 30,000 crore to Indian equities, showcasing the ongoing trend of substantial market inflows for the second month in a row. This surge can be attributed to enhancing corporate earnings and a stable economic environment. Furthermore, easing global geopolitical tensions have aided investor…

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Putin, Xi set for Central Asia summit as Russia and China seek to counter Western influence

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping are due in Kyrgyzstan on Monday for a two-day summit, joined by the leaders of Iran and India. The gathering comes as the group seeks to project a united front amid wars in Ukraine and Iran and growing tensions with the…

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Jindal Stainless expanding coin blanks manufacturing capacity by 20% to meet demand

Jindal Stainless is set to boost its annual coin blank production by twenty percent, responding to the escalating worldwide demand for non-paper currency options. The company caters to both Indian and international mints, firmly establishing its presence. Additionally, Jindal Stainless leads in the global razor blade sector with impressive yearly…

The Economic Times

India becomes key petrol supplier to Russia as refinery attacks bite

India has become a key gasoline supplier to Russia recently. Russian fuel imports surged due to Ukrainian drone attacks on its refineries. Indian refiners supplied significant gasoline volumes to Russia in recent months. These supplies largely originated from Nayara Energy's Vadinar refinery. Russia is importing gasoline as domestic production faces…

The Economic Times

NEET PG 2026 examination underway across country; over 2.73 lakh candidates registered

The NEET PG 2026 examination began Sunday for over 2.73 lakh medical graduates. This postgraduate medical entrance test is being conducted by NBEMS in computer-based mode. Candidates arrived at various centers across India, expressing some pre-exam nervousness. This exam follows the NEET UG 2026, which was cancelled due to paper…

The Economic Times

49 Indians among 261 missing foreigners in flash floods near Tibet-Nepal border, say officials

In a heart-wrenching situation, a flash flood at Gyirong Port has led to the disappearance of 261 foreign nationals, with 49 of them being Indian pilgrims on the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. Rescue teams are currently searching across various districts for survivors. The flood's devastation in Nepal brings the total death…

The Times of India

India is growing at 7%. It may still be too slow for Viksit Bharat

India may need to sustain annual growth of more than 9% to achieve its developed-economy ambition by 2047. Economists say reaching that goal will require stronger manufacturing, private and foreign investment, exports, domestic savings and job creation, while avoiding the middle-income trap.

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219 of 319 Tamil Nadu residents stranded in Nepal rescued, all to reach state by August 31: TN Minister Rajmohan

Rescue efforts continue for Tamil Nadu residents stranded in Nepal. Two hundred nineteen of three hundred nineteen people have been rescued and will return soon. One hundred people remain untraced and are currently considered missing. A war room in Delhi coordinates efforts with Indian and Nepal authorities. Unclaimed bodies have…

The Economic Times

India's aviation boom faces turbulence amid safety concerns

India's airline sector faces significant safety and financial challenges. Recent incidents have exposed regulatory and operational shortcomings at major carriers. Geopolitical events and rising fuel costs have further strained airline finances. These issues impact expansion plans and the industry's global reputation. The market's duopoly complicates efforts to address these systemic…

The Economic Times

Weak September rains could push FY27 inflation to 5.5% or higher: Report

India's inflation outlook hinges critically on September rainfall performance. A monsoon shortfall could push inflation to 5.5 percent or higher. Kharif sowing has recovered significantly from earlier deficits this season. Reservoir levels offer some cushion but remain below last year's figures. Weak rainfall's impact will emerge gradually, affecting rural demand.

The Economic Times

GDP data, crude prices among 7 factors likely to steer D-Street this week

Indian equities are likely to take cues from a slew of domestic and global factors this week, including India’s first-quarter GDP data, US jobs numbers, crude oil prices, institutional flows and global technology sentiment. Analysts expect the Nifty to remain in consolidation, with the technical setup balanced as investors track…

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Nepal floods: Nuwakot Solar Project suffers major damage, Finance Minister says

Flash floods in Nepal have severely damaged major energy infrastructure. A solar plant in Nuwakot was extensively buried under debris and destroyed. Rescue teams are working to find people trapped in hydropower projects. India has provided generous relief supplies and pledged further support. The death toll has risen to 675,…

The Economic Times

Storm in a wine glass: As climate change and young consumers reshape the wine world, can India take advantage?

Global wine regions face climate challenges and declining demand. India's wine tourism is experiencing significant growth and expansion. Younger consumers are driving demand for sustainable and diverse wine options. Technology and new farming methods are future-proofing vineyards globally. India is poised to leverage these shifts in the evolving wine landscape.

The Economic Times

Who is Shaik Rasheed, whose idol is Joe Root, cover drive like Virat Kohli and pull shot like Rohit Sharma?

Shaik Rasheed is emerging as one of India's promising young batting prospects, with the 21-year-old Andhra batter taking inspiration from England great Joe Root. A 2022 Under-19 World Cup winner, Rasheed impressed in the Ranji Trophy with 627 runs at an average of 89.57 and is aiming to develop the…

The Economic Times

Unity in diversity is in Bharat's DNA, must be celebrated: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat in New York

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat addressed the Indian-American community in New York. He highlighted unity in diversity as India's inherent characteristic. Bhagwat urged the diaspora to embrace their land of action and impart values. Interfaith leaders also spoke about oneness and mutual support. The event celebrated global cultures and a call…

Times Life

India's Asiatic Wild Buffalo Is Losing Its Genetic Identity to Domestic Cattle Interbreeding

The animal most people think they knowThe Asiatic wild buffalo (Bubalus arnee) is not the domesticated water buffalo pulling a plough through a paddy field. It is a separate species, larger, faster, and genetically distinct from the domestic buffalo (Bubalus bubalis) that Indian farmers have kept for thousands of years.…

Times Life

The Malabar Giant Squirrel Is India's Most Reliable Indicator of Forest Fragmentation

A squirrel that cannot cross a roadThe Malabar giant squirrel (Ratufa indica) is the largest squirrel in India, stretching up to one metre from nose to tail tip. It spends almost its entire life in the upper canopy, leaping gaps of up to six metres between trees, and descends to…

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Janmashtami 2026 date and time: September 4 or 5? Check when Krishna Janmostsav will be celebrated in Bengal, Vrindavan, Gujarat and other cities in India

Janmashtami 2026 date in India: Krishna Janmashtami 2026 will be celebrated onSeptember 4, not September 5. The confusion arises because the midnight birth celebration continues into September 5. Mathura, Vrindavan, Bengal and Gujarat will observe Janmashtami on September 4, while Vrindavan's Nandotsav and many Dahi Handi celebrations follow on September…

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