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Trump's Nixon-Style Spending Freeze Raises Alarm

As Donald Trump considers freezing federal spending, historians draw chilling parallels to Richard Nixon's 1972 impoundment tactics that triggered constitutional crisis and economic turmoil.

India's Gig Workers: Scammed, Abused, Silenced

Behind the promise of flexible work lies a harsh reality of scams, verbal abuse, and algorithmic punishment that India's gig workers face daily but cannot speak about openly.

Indian Stock Market: Medium-Term Safe Bet Strategy

Discover why India's stock market presents a compelling medium-term opportunity despite global uncertainties. Geojit's Vinod Nair explains key sectors and strategies for savvy investors.

Dhanteras jewellery sales hit ₹85,000 crore

India's jewellery market experiences unprecedented boom during Dhanteras with sales reaching ₹85,000 crore. Discover the key factors driving this massive rally and what it means for the economy.

8 Ways Americans Escape 9-to-5 Corporate Life

Discover how Americans are breaking free from traditional office jobs through digital nomadism, passion economies, and innovative side hustles that are reshaping the future of work.

India stuck in middle-income trap: Chidambaram

Former Finance Minister P Chidambaram sounds alarm on India's economic trajectory, calling for bold reforms and policy courage to escape the lower-middle income trap and achieve higher growth targets.

US-China Trade War Reshapes Global Economy

The escalating trade tensions between Washington and Beijing are creating a 'new normal' for international commerce, with ripple effects felt across global markets and supply chains.

India's Industrial Policy in US-China Trade War

As global trade tensions escalate, India's industrial policy emerges as a crucial factor in the US-China economic rivalry. Discover how New Delhi is navigating this complex landscape and positioning itself for strategic advantage in the global market.

India's Port-Led Growth Rewrites Economic Geography

Discover how India's ambitious port-led development strategy is transforming coastal cities into powerful economic engines, creating new growth corridors beyond traditional metropolitan centers.

India's Wealth Gap: Stiglitz & Sen Challenge Economic Model

Nobel economists Joseph Stiglitz and Amartya Sen's analysis reveals how India's economic policies since 1991 have exacerbated inequality. Discover the human cost behind the GDP numbers and the urgent need for policy reform.

Kashmir Youth Revolution: From Hartals to Startups

Discover how Kashmir's young entrepreneurs are transforming the region's economy through technology startups, e-commerce ventures, and digital innovation, moving beyond traditional unrest to create sustainable growth.

Gold-Oil Ratio Flashes Economic Warning Signs

As gold prices surge past $2,400 and crude oil stagnates, the gold-oil ratio hits alarming levels. Discover what this historical indicator reveals about global economic uncertainty, inflation fears, and potential market turbulence ahead.

China's Economic Involution: The Hidden Growth Crisis

China faces a new economic challenge called 'involution' - where growth stalls despite intense competition. Discover how this phenomenon is affecting everything from jobs to innovation in the world's manufacturing hub.

Dhanteras 2025: ₹1 Lakh Crore Gold-Silver Rush

Dhanteras 2025 witnesses unprecedented gold and silver sales as Indian consumers break all records with massive purchases ahead of Diwali celebrations. Jewelers report historic footfall and spending.

HDFC Bank Q2 Profit Jumps 10.8% to ₹18,640 Crore

HDFC Bank reports impressive Q2 FY25 results with 10.8% net profit growth reaching ₹18,640 crore. Discover how India's leading private bank achieved robust performance despite economic headwinds.

Nobel Economics: India's Break to Build Strategy

Discover how the 2023 Nobel Prize in Economics reveals crucial insights for India's development strategy. Learn why breaking existing systems is essential for building sustainable economic progress.

GST Rate Cut Benefits Fully Passed to Consumers: FM

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announces complete pass-through of GST rate reduction benefits to consumers, highlighting government's commitment to consumer welfare and economic transparency.

Oman's 5-Year Tax Waiver for Maritime Services

Oman's Tax Authority announces groundbreaking 5-year corporate income tax exemption for international shipping companies, positioning the Sultanate as a premier global maritime destination with competitive incentives.

India's Gig Workers: Scammed, Shamed & Silenced

Exclusive investigation reveals how delivery executives and cab drivers across India face systematic exploitation, verbal abuse, and financial scams while platform companies look the other way.

India Exports Defy US Tariffs: Goyal Bullish on Growth

Despite US tariff challenges, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal reveals India's resilient export strategy and predicts strong growth. Discover how Indian exports are adapting and thriving in the global market.

Uber adopts Indian model for US driver earnings

Uber introduces flexible earning opportunities for US drivers inspired by India's successful 'sachet' strategy, allowing drivers to accept extra rides for guaranteed bonuses.

GST Cuts Boost Economy: Common Man Benefits

Union Ministers reveal how strategic GST reductions are putting money back in citizens' pockets while boosting consumption and driving investment growth across India's economy.

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