India’s trade strategy: Moving beyond FTAsCurrently, India’s FTA utilisation rate hovers around 25% compared to 70-80% in developed economies.
19 Jun, 2026, 10.04 AM IST
Trump’s copper tariff decision hangs over global metal marketThe global copper market is on edge as President Trump weighs imposing tariffs on refined copper imports. A decision, expected soon, could ...
19 Jun, 2026, 06.47 AM IST
Japanese proverb of the day: 'The eyes speak as much as the...' - motivational life lessons on communication beyond words, body language, expression, how to understand what people don’t say out loud and why words aren’t always enoughJapanese proverb of the day: Japanese saying highlights that eyes convey more than speech. True emotions often show in a person's gaze. Thi...
19 Jun, 2026, 01.27 AM IST
India-UK social security pact to benefit 90-95% of Indian pros working in BritainA new social security agreement between India and the UK will benefit nearly all Indian professionals working in Britain. This pact, effect...
19 Jun, 2026, 12.21 AM IST
India weighs extending 40-product import duty exemption beyond June 30 amid West Asia tensionsThe government will decide on extending import duty exemptions for 40 products after June 30. This decision hinges on the evolving situatio...
18 Jun, 2026, 02.42 PM IST
India-UK trade deal to offer export benefits from day-one; steel issues addressed: Govt SourcesThe landmark India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) will come into force from July 15, 2026, with the government workin...
18 Jun, 2026, 02.41 PM IST
Paying rent but not receiving HRA? Here’s how non-salaried individuals can claim tax deductionSelf-employed individuals and salaried employees not receiving House Rent Allowance (HRA) can claim tax benefits for rent paid under Sectio...
18 Jun, 2026, 01.30 PM IST
At Hong Kong auto show, China automakers target wealthy in right-hand-drive marketsChinese car companies are targeting wealthy buyers in right-hand-drive nations. They are introducing premium electric vehicles to new marke...
18 Jun, 2026, 01.18 PM IST
India-UK free trade deal to take effect on July 15, opening 99% of exports to tariff-free accessIndia and the UK's Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) will take effect on July 15, granting 99% of Indian exports tariff-fre...
18 Jun, 2026, 06.28 AM IST
FPIs pump record funds into G-Secs after policy shiftForeign funds are pouring into India's government bond market at a record pace this month, driven by tax exemptions on interest and capital...
18 Jun, 2026, 06.21 AM IST
Japanese proverb of the day: 'When you get old, you have to follow your...' - inspiring life lessons on aging, growing old, changing family roles and responsibilities between generations and what parents and children need to know to live peacefully togetherJapanese proverb of the day: A Japanese saying highlights a natural shift in family dynamics. As parents age, they may rely more on their c...
18 Jun, 2026, 01.43 AM IST
UK-India free trade deal to kick in on July 15, cutting tariffs by over $480 mn in year oneThe United Kingdom and India will implement their Free Trade Agreement on July 15. This landmark deal, signed last year, promises to boost ...
17 Jun, 2026, 09.20 PM IST
SoftBank launches cybersecurity product based on OpenAI modelsThe "Patching as a Service" product will be rolled out in Japan through a joint venture established last November between SoftBank's dome...
16 Jun, 2026, 03.26 PM IST
What Maruti-Suzuki can teach India-JapanThe Maruti-Suzuki collaboration brought global manufacturing to India, democratising transportation and boosting the middle class. This par...
15 Jun, 2026, 08.17 PM IST
Global drugmakers rush to boost US presence as tariff threat loomsGlobal drug companies are boosting U.S. production and stockpiling medicines. This is a response to potential tariffs on branded drugs. Com...
15 Jun, 2026, 04.40 PM IST
United Kingdom to consider easing steel tariff plan after industry warnings, say reportsBritain is planning changes to its steel tariff rules. The government will discuss proposals to exempt more steel products. This comes afte...
10 Jun, 2026, 04.49 PM IST
SEZ import relief to fast track chip projectsIndia's semiconductor manufacturing sector is set for a major boost. New rules exempt imports for Special Economic Zones from quality check...
10 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST