Indian exporters highlight 15-20% higher raw material costs, testing facility shortages, and US tariffs as key challenges impacting competitiveness. Details from the recent Board of Trade meeting chaired by Piyush Goyal.
Odisha emerges as a top destination for foreign students, ranking 9th nationally with 2,362 enrolments. Discover the reasons behind its growing appeal in higher education.
Mumbai's restaurants and hotels face a New Year shock as commercial LPG prices jump Rs 111 per cylinder. Industry warns of higher menu prices, squeezing margins and impacting consumers. Read more.
RBI's Financial Stability Report warns India's insurance sector faces structural pressures from high-cost distribution models, risking medium-term sustainability. Read the full analysis.
Enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits expired on Jan 1, 2026, causing premiums to double for over 20 million Americans. Political gridlock continues as families face impossible choices. Read more.
Oil marketing companies hike commercial LPG cylinder prices by Rs 111 nationwide, increasing operational costs for hotels and restaurants. Domestic LPG prices remain unchanged. Read the full impact analysis.
Bollywood stars Kriti Sanon and Vicky Kaushal weigh in on the debate about rising entourage costs, stating they haven't witnessed it personally but acknowledge it's a concern. Read their full take.
A proposed 10-month freighter suspension at Mumbai airport could spike air freight costs, forcing Maharashtra exporters to reroute via Delhi or Bengaluru. Navi Mumbai airport not yet a viable alternative.
A Bengaluru man's viral Instagram rant about skyrocketing daily expenses resonates deeply with residents, highlighting the city's growing affordability crisis. Watch the video and see why everyone is talking.
Despite government assurances of economic stability, Pakistani citizens face relentless inflation and rising living costs. Explore the stark reality behind the official narrative.
Renault India will raise vehicle prices by up to 2% from January 2026, citing rising input costs. Other major carmakers like Mercedes, BMW, and Audi are also increasing prices.
A new global study reveals Chicago as the worst US city for traffic, costing drivers 112 hours and over $2,000 annually. See which other cities made the list.
A GTRI report warns India's steel capacity expansion is under pressure as import curbs on low-ash metallurgical coke raise input costs, hurting competitiveness. Experts call for policy recalibration.
Discover the top 10 budget-friendly destinations for 2025 where daily costs are surprisingly low. From Laos at $15/day to Myanmar at $34/day, plan your next adventure without breaking the bank.
Telegram founder Pavel Durov discloses he has over 100 children worldwide from sperm donations. He offers to pay IVF costs and plans to leave them his fortune. Read the full story.
Kerala High Court imposes Rs 10,000 cost in four cases against lawyer V R Manoranjan for lack of bona fides in bringing matters before vacation bench. Details inside.
The two-day East Zone Vice-Chancellors’ Meet 2025-26 concluded at Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna, with a strong focus on promoting sustainability and social responsibility in higher education. Read key insights from AIU officials.
Capital One is seeking alternatives to Amazon Web Services due to soaring AI infrastructure costs, an internal Nvidia document shows. The move signals a major shift in cloud strategy for enterprises. Read more.
The Bureau of Indian Standards introduces IS 18000 to standardise hospital bills, aiming to eliminate hidden charges and improve transparency for patients across India.
Jaipur's mobile courts imposed over ₹1 crore in fines in November, targeting drunk and reckless driving to enhance road safety. Read about the stringent penalties and key cases.
Goa farmers met officials, highlighting how high input costs and an outdated subsidy system threaten farming viability. They demand revised rates, power relief, and restored tribal subsidies. Read their key demands.
The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill 2025 proposes a single higher education commission, merging UGC, AICTE & NCTE. Read details on its impact, centralisation debate, and expert views.
US senators demand answers from Google, Amazon, and others on whether their energy-hungry AI data centers are increasing electricity costs for American families. Read the full investigation.
Indian Railways announces revised passenger fares effective December 26 to address rising operational costs. Check the new fare structure for Ordinary, Non-AC, and AC classes.
Indian Railways announces a rationalised fare hike effective December 26. No increase for suburban travel, monthly passes, or short journeys under 215 km. Get all the details here.
Hungary's PM Viktor Orban accuses EU of lying about war costs after Brussels talks. He says taxpayers will fund Russia, warns of legal risks. Full analysis inside.
President Trump announces agreements with 9 drug firms to lower prices via new portal TrumpRx.gov. Will it cut costs for Americans? Details on the plan, participating companies, and expert analysis.
US President Donald Trump will announce new pacts with major drugmakers like AbbVie & Merck to lower prescription costs. Details on the 'most-favored-nation' push here.
Jharkhand High Court imposes Rs 1 lakh costs on state officials for filing a review petition to stall court proceedings. The court said the state is not an 'ordinary litigant'.
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