China's Yuan Nears Key 7/Dollar Mark, Strongest in 15 Months
China's onshore yuan surges to a 15-month high near 7 per dollar. Driven by exporter conversions and a weak dollar outlook, analysts predict further appreciation in 2025. Read more.
China's onshore yuan surges to a 15-month high near 7 per dollar. Driven by exporter conversions and a weak dollar outlook, analysts predict further appreciation in 2025. Read more.
As global trade transforms due to US-China rivalry, India stands at a pivotal moment. Leveraging PLI schemes and services exports, it can lead, but must fix logistics and skills. Read the analysis.
India's Ambassador to the US, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, met US envoy Sergio Gor at Mar-a-Lago in Florida. They focused on strengthening trade ties and the broader bilateral partnership between the two nations.
Dense fog around Delhi severely hit train schedules, causing two cancellations and massive delays up to 11 hours for arrivals in Chandigarh. Passengers advised to check timings.
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RecommendedTelluride, a premier US ski resort, will close due to a strike by ski patrollers demanding higher wages. The union seeks a pay hike from $21 to $28 per hour for starters. Read the full story on the labour dispute impacting the community.
Rajkot's business community criticizes railways for failing to implement 2023 train extension promises. Key long-distance links to Patna, Kolkata, Nagpur remain on paper. Read more.
East Coast Railway plans a Rs 20 crore upgrade for its Khurda Road MEMU car shed to handle more trains. Phase-III expansion eyed as daily passenger count hits 1.32 lakh. Details inside.
Commuters on the Tuticorin-Mysuru Special train are protesting high ticket prices for the Bengaluru-Mysuru stretch. Railways defends the 500km minimum fare rule for special trains. Read more.
US tech giants and Pentagon face a strategic threat due to reliance on Chinese lithium-ion batteries for AI data centres and modern weapons. Discover the national security risks and US countermeasures.
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RecommendedIndia's auto export landscape is changing. For the first time, utility vehicle shipments have exceeded passenger car exports, signaling a move beyond the small-car identity. Read the full analysis.
BRICS nations are accelerating plans for a dollar-independent payment system, a strategic move that could reshape global finance. Read the full analysis of this potential shift.
In 2025, Trump's aggressive tariff policy targets China, India & allies, reshaping global trade. US tariffs hit 17%, generating $30B monthly. India's exports dip but show resilience. Explore the global impact.
EY's 2026 Geostrategic Outlook predicts friendshoring & mini-lateral deals will rule supply chains. Learn how Apple, Tesla, India are adapting to this new trade reality.
New Zealand's FTA with India grants 5,000 annual work visas for skilled professionals, but faces opposition over immigration concerns. Details on STEM, yoga, and chef visas inside.
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RecommendedCommerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal states legally binding FTAs on services will unlock global markets for Indian youth. Experts discuss aligning skills with AI and tech trends.
China initiates WTO dispute against India, alleging discriminatory support for domestic solar and IT goods. Consultations sought; trade deficit widens to $99.2 billion. Read the full story.
Kanpur's Saras Mela, from Jan 4-6 at Moti Jheel Lawn, will showcase self-help groups' products. The fair aims to boost rural marketing and women's economic empowerment. Read details.
A Japanese delegation visited CSAUAT in Kanpur to share advanced hydroponics & micronutrient tech, promising up to 40% higher vegetable yields. Read how this partnership strengthens India's farm economy.
India's auto export story is changing. For the first time, utility vehicle shipments have overtaken passenger cars, signaling a move beyond the small-car image. Read the full analysis.
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RecommendedWalter Ferrara, Italy's Consul General in Mumbai, visited Technopark, expressing strong interest in forging technology sector partnerships with Kerala, highlighting data sharing and space tech.
India and New Zealand agree to collaborate on payment system interoperability and real-time cross-border remittances. The deal opens new markets for Indian fintech and boosts financial services exports.
Dense fog severely disrupted Delhi-Patna rail traffic, delaying premier trains like Tejas Rajdhani by 12 hours. Passengers, including elderly & children, faced hardship. Read about the cascading impact & official response.
Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy requests Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to launch a Vande Bharat Express between Bengaluru and Madgaon, Goa, citing public demand and improved rail infrastructure. This move aims to boost connectivity and tourism.
Over 100 farmers in Majuli trained in scientific beekeeping to boost mustard honey production. Learn how this initiative aims to create sustainable income and aid pollination.
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RecommendedBuxar railway station, Bihar's gateway, is undergoing a major Rs 30 lakh upgrade to add two new platforms and modernise tracks. This will boost train handling capacity and improve connectivity to Patna and Ghazipur.
South Western Railway faces backlash for an additional fare hike before the national revision. Passengers allege unfair conversion of trains to superfast category without service upgrades. Read more.
India and New Zealand finalize FTA with a landmark financial services annex. Deal allows up to 15 bank branches, higher FDI, and boosts UPI's global reach. Read the full details.
Paddy procurement begins in Ganjam district with 476 centres. Over 1000 women from SHGs to manage the process. Farmers seek purchase of rain-affected crops.
India finalises major defence deals worth over $450 million to supply BrahMos missiles to Vietnam and Indonesia, strengthening strategic ties in Southeast Asia amid regional tensions.
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RecommendedJapanese companies announce record $359 billion in M&A deals for 2025, with India becoming a primary beneficiary. Major investments in Shriram Finance, Avendus, and Yes Bank highlight a strategic shift. Explore the China+1 effect and India's gateway role.