‘Deal dependent upon…’: India indicates no compromise on red lines for US trade pact; ‘we cannot overlook some..’ – The Times of India

‘Deal dependent upon…’: India indicates no compromise on red lines for US trade pact; ‘we cannot overlook some..’ – The Times of India

India has explicitly stated its position regarding the protection of farmers, fishermen and small-scale industries, with no room for compromise on these matters. (AI image) India-US trade deal negotiations are contingent on how each country deals with ‘red lines’ sources have said. The US has imposed 50% tariffs on India for its exports to America,…

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US tariffs hit Indian exports: Industry stresses diversification; opportunity to boost resilience & future-ready trading partner – The Times of India

US tariffs hit Indian exports: Industry stresses diversification; opportunity to boost resilience & future-ready trading partner – The Times of India

US President Donald Trump’s decision to impose a 50% tariff on Indian goods from August 27 will hurt major export sectors but also presents an opportunity for India to strengthen its position as a resilient and future-ready trading partner, industry bodies said on Wednesday.The tariff is expected to hit sectors such as textiles, gems and…

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Blow for exporters! How will Donald Trump’s tariffs hit India Inc? Check sector & company-wise list

Blow for exporters! How will Donald Trump’s tariffs hit India Inc? Check sector & company-wise list

The tariff has increased sharply from 12% to 62%, expected to severely impact exporters such as Shahi Exports, Richa Global Exports, and Eastman Exports Global Clothing. Production is concentrated in Delhi NCR, Tiruppur, Bengaluru, and Ludhiana. With Indian garments effectively priced out of the US market, sourcing is expected to shift to Bangladesh, Vietnam, and…

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Trump’s tariffs: India pivots toward China and Russia – should US be worried? – Times of India

Trump’s tariffs: India pivots toward China and Russia – should US be worried? – Times of India

India’s pivot isn’t about abandoning the US. It’s about strategic autonomy. When Prime Minister Narendra Modi lands in Tianjin this week for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit-his first visit to China since 2018-it won’t just be a symbolic handshake with Chinese President Xi Jinping. It will be a signal: India is hedging. Against the…

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Silver price today: Rates hit fresh Rs 1.20 lakh/kg peak; gold gains Rs 500 amid US tariffs – Times of India

Silver price today: Rates hit fresh Rs 1.20 lakh/kg peak; gold gains Rs 500 amid US tariffs – Times of India

Silver prices in the national capital witnessed a historic surge, reaching Rs 1,20,000 per kilogram, fueled by global uncertainty. Gold also experienced gains, climbing to Rs 1,01,270 per 10 grams. Market analysts attribute this uptrend to political unpredictability stemming from President Trump’s dismissal of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, raising concerns about the Fed’s independence….

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‘We will come together’: US official on 50% tariff on India; calls Trump-PM Modi bond ‘very good’ – Times of India

‘We will come together’: US official on 50% tariff on India; calls Trump-PM Modi bond ‘very good’ – Times of India

NEW DELHI: “At the end the day, we will come together,” a top US official said on Wednesday, striking an optimistic note even as trade tensions flare between Washington and New Delhi after US President Donald Trump imposed a 50% tariff on Indian goods over its Russian oil imports.In an interview with Fox Business, the…

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FPIs bet big on Indian IPOs: Anchor investments jump 300% in FY25 to Rs 26,508 crore; domestic institutions also scale up participation – Times of India

FPIs bet big on Indian IPOs: Anchor investments jump 300% in FY25 to Rs 26,508 crore; domestic institutions also scale up participation – Times of India

Foreign portfolio investors, despite being net sellers in the listed secondary market, are substantially investing as anchor investors in IPOs of Indian companies, demonstrating confidence in India’s exceptional growth trajectory.Overseas funds’ investments in Indian IPO anchor books increased by 300% to Rs 26,508 crore in FY25 compared to the previous year. FPIs’ proportion in total…

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Mineral push hit: Govt cancels auction of 5 critical mineral blocks, rare earth mines among those withdrawn – Times of India

Mineral push hit: Govt cancels auction of 5 critical mineral blocks, rare earth mines among those withdrawn – Times of India

The government has cancelled the auction of five critical mineral blocks, including a rare earth element (REE) mine in Karnataka, in the fifth round of sale after receiving poor response, according to a notice issued by the mines ministry.No bids were received for three of the blocks — two glauconite mines in Gujarat and Chhattisgarh…

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