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September 22, 2025 9:36 AM

Asian stocks hesitant after Trump’s visa crackdown

Asian stocks inched up and the dollar was steady on Monday as traders pondered the U.S. monetary policy path after the Federal Reserve's rate cut last week, while President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown on worker visas kept sentiment in check....

September 22, 2025 10:00 AM

United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia recognise Palestine

At the United Nations General Assembly, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia formally recognized the State of Palestine, joining more than 140 countries that have already extended recognition. The decision reflects a major shift in Western diplo...

September 21, 2025 2:11 PM

From cars to groceries: what gets cheaper under new GST structure

From automobiles and electronics to food items and medicines, as many as 375 goods and services will become cheaper from Monday as the new GST framework comes into effect.   The GST Council’s decision to rationalise the tax structure from four s...

September 21, 2025 12:43 PM

PM Modi to address nation at 5 pm today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation on Sunday at 5 pm, coinciding with the eve of Navaratri and the implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms.   Earlier this month, the GST Council announced reforms that slashed t...

Last updated on: 18th July 2026

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