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October 16, 2025 11:32 PM

India, Brazil agree to deepen MERCOSUR-India trade pact

India and Brazil on Thursday agreed to significantly expand their existing trade agreement between India and the MERCOSUR bloc, aiming to enhance bilateral trade and investment. The understanding was reached during a meeting held in New Delhi between...

October 16, 2025 4:43 PM

Markets surge: Sensex rallies up by 862 points on global cues

Indian benchmark indices on Thursday witnessed a sharp rally buoyed by positive global cues and renewed optimism surrounding India-US trade discussions. At the end of the trading session today, Nifty50 at the National Stock Exchange (NSE) was up 2...

October 16, 2025 1:48 PM

Shutdown could cost US economy $15 billion a week, Treasury says

The two-week-old federal government shutdown may cost the U.S. economy as much as $15 billion a week in lost output, a Treasury official said late on Wednesday, correcting an earlier statement from Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent that put the cost a...

October 16, 2025 11:55 AM

India reiterates commitment to protect consumer interests amid oil import concerns

India on Thursday reaffirmed that its oil import decisions are guided solely by national interest and the imperative to ensure affordable and secure energy for its citizens, amid external remarks concerning its energy engagements. Responding to medi...

October 16, 2025 10:04 AM

Sensex rises 340 points, Nifty above 25,400 as auto, bank stocks lead gains

Indian markets opened higher on Thursday, supported by stock-specific action as companies continue to announce their Q2 results. At the opening bell, the Sensex climbed 340 points, or 0.41 per cent, to trade at 82,945. Similarly, the Nifty rose 105 ...

October 15, 2025 11:12 PM

IMF sounds alarm about high global public debt, urges countries to build buffers

Global public debt is projected to rise above 100% of gross domestic product by 2029, reaching its highest level since 1948 and continuing to climb, the IMF said on Wednesday, urging countries to build up buffers to guard against economic risks. Vit...

October 15, 2025 9:15 PM

India’s merchandise exports rise 6.75% in September despite global trade headwinds

India’s merchandise exports rose by 6.75% in September 2025 to USD 36.38 billion, compared to USD 34.08 billion in the same month last year, according to data released by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry on Wednesday. The growth comes despite...

October 15, 2025 8:38 PM

Chemical and petrochemical industry can power India’s technological leadership: Piyush Goyal

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday said that India’s chemical and petrochemical industry has the potential to lead the country’s technological transformation and position it as a global innovation hub. Delivering the ...

October 15, 2025 8:09 PM

Indian Startups Make Strong Showing as Expand North Star 2025 Concludes

As Expand North Star 2025 concludes today at Dubai Harbour, Indian startups have emerged as one of the event's most prominent participants, with approximately 300 companies showcasing their innovations at the four-day technology exhibition. The stron...

October 15, 2025 5:19 PM

India’s auto sales see strong uptick in September 2025: SIAM

India’s automobile sector reported robust growth across all major segments in September 2025, driven by festive demand and the early impact of GST 2.0 reforms, according to data released by the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) on W...