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Sports goods manufacturing in India has huge economic potential. Yet, Pakistan’s Sialkot outperforms us. For more clusters like Jalandhar & Meerut, policies, investments & infra need to happen in tandem

A proposed US bill could significantly disrupt job and residency prospects for thousands of Indian professionals. The 'End H-1B Visa Abuse Act of 2026' seeks a three-year pause on new H-1B visas and a drastic reduction in the annual cap, alongside a steep $200,000 salary threshold.

Central bank confident of country’s macro fundamentals

India's economy is set for robust growth, projected at 6.4% in 2026 and 6.6% in 2027, according to a UN report. Despite export challenges, strong domestic consumption and services sector performance are key drivers. The nation is also a leader in green job creation, with policies supporting domestic manufacturing in clean energy sectors.

Amidst global supply chain disruptions, India's economic leaders are prioritizing domestic strength. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted the vast Indian consumer base as a key defense, while industry titans emphasised strategic self-reliance in manufacturing and a pivot to green energy. This approach aims to leverage India's demographic dividend and workforce to navigate international volatility and accelerate national growth.

India and New Zealand are set to sign a Free Trade Agreement on April 27, aiming to boost bilateral trade to $5 billion within five years. The pact will offer duty-free access for many Indian exports, benefiting sectors like Agra's leather industry. New Zealand gains tariff reductions on key products, while India protects sensitive agricultural goods.

India and New Zealand have signed a 'once-in-a-generation' trade pact, granting Indian exporters duty-free access to New Zealand. The agreement aims to double bilateral trade to $5 billion in five years and includes a $20 billion investment commitment from New Zealand. Both nations are optimistic about the pact's potential to boost economic growth and cooperation across various sectors.

India-New Zealand FTA: It aims to double bilateral trade, provide Indian exporters duty-free access to the New Zealand market, and attract investments worth $20 billion over the next 15 years.

A decade of prohibition in the state has pushed drinking underground, creating coded doorstep liquor deliveries, a booming black market, rising drug abuse, and repeated hooch tragedies

A decade of prohibition in the state has pushed drinking underground, creating coded doorstep liquordeliveries, a booming black market, rising drug abuse, and repeated hooch tragedies.

Despite a decade of prohibition, Bihar's illicit liquor market is thriving with sophisticated home-delivery networks and inventive smuggling techniques. While the ban aimed to curb social ills, it has led to a significant black market, revenue loss, and a rise in substance abuse, presenting a complex challenge for the state.

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Focused redevelopment efforts at the Mangala oilfield in Barmer have boosted crude oil production by nearly 2,000 barrels per day. This significant increase at India's largest onshore oil discovery, operated by Cairn Oil & Gas, is achieved through advanced techniques like sidetracking to unlock bypassed oil, demonstrating innovation in mature reservoirs.

In March, SIP inflows saw a record high of around INR32,000 crore even though the markets were down 10%. But fund managers say if retail investors don’t see returns for another 18 months, most of them will start pulling back.

India's nuclear ambitions have reached a pivotal stage with the Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor achieving criticality, marking a significant step in its three-stage nuclear program. This advancement positions India as a leader in advanced nuclear technology, bolstering its drive for energy self-reliance and security amidst a rapidly expanding power sector.