PM Modi’s Saudi Visit to Boost India-Saudi Strategic Ties

PM Modi’s Saudi Visit to Boost India-Saudi Strategic Ties

India and Saudi Arabia are poised to significantly strengthen their strategic partnership as Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarks on a two-day official visit to Riyadh from April 22 to 23, at the invitation of Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman.

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Sitharaman to showcase India’s growth in US, Peru

Sitharaman to showcase India’s growth in US, Peru

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will embark on an official visit to the United States and Peru starting April 20, aiming to highlight India’s economic growth and strengthen bilateral and multilateral partnerships. During her visit to the US from April 20 to 25,

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Total Return (TR)

Total Return (TR)

By: Dr. K. C. Gupta Total return (TR) includes dividends or interest plus price appreciation. But the concept gets more interesting beyond this basic idea. For stocks, earnings play an important role, and TR can be broken down into three components:%TR = %Dividend Yield + %Earnings

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California sues Trump administration over ‘unlawful tariffs’

California sues Trump administration over ‘unlawful tariffs’

California Governor Gavin Newsom has announced that the state is suing the Trump administration over what he called “unlawful tariffs” that threaten California’s economy, jobs, and families. In a statement released on Wednesday, Newsom said the sweeping tariffs imposed by former President Donald

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China says US tariff hikes no longer make economic sense

China says US tariff hikes no longer make economic sense

China has criticized the United States for imposing tariffs of up to 245% on certain Chinese products, calling the move economically unjustified. In a statement reported by Xinhua news agency, a spokesperson for the Chinese foreign ministry said the tariffs no longer make

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Modi-Trump ties will benefit India: Mark Mobius

Modi-Trump ties will benefit India: Mark Mobius

As discussions about the global trade order intensify, prominent global investor Mark Mobius has highlighted that a free bilateral trade agreement (BTA) with the United States would greatly benefit India. Mobius emphasized that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump share

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India becoming a global AI leader under PM Modi’s vision: JK Tech CEO

India becoming a global AI leader under PM Modi’s vision: JK Tech CEO

India is quickly emerging as a global powerhouse in artificial intelligence (AI), thanks to the strategic vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, said Sameer Nagpal, President and CEO of JK Tech, on Tuesday. Speaking to IANS during an event in the national capital,

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US plans tariff hike on pharma imports, targets China first

US plans tariff hike on pharma imports, targets China first

The United States is planning to impose higher tariffs on pharmaceutical imports, with China likely to be the first country affected, according to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. In an interview on Sunday, Lutnick emphasized the strategic need for domestic production of essential goods.

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No clear winner: Xi Jinping reacts as China raises tariffs on US goods to 125%

No clear winner: Xi Jinping reacts as China raises tariffs on US goods to 125%

Chinese President Xi Jinping has warned that “there is no winner in a tariff war,” following Beijing’s decision to impose retaliatory tariffs on US goods, raising the total effective rate to 125 per cent. This comes in response to US President Donald Trump’s

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India-Italy partnership continues to grow across sectors: Jaishankar

India-Italy partnership continues to grow across sectors: Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held productive talks on Friday with visiting Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani and Minister of University and Research Anna Maria Bernini in New Delhi. The leaders jointly reviewed the growing India-Italy bilateral cooperation in

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Personal finance insights: Market sentiments, investment strategies & economictrends

Personal finance insights: Market sentiments, investment strategies & economictrends

By: Dr K C Gupta SENTIMENTS AAII Bull-Bear Spread -40.1% (very low). (Thursday-Wednesday)$NYA50R, NYSE %Above 50-dMA 10.97% (oversold)$SPXA50R, SP500 %Above 50-dMA 13.00% (oversold)Delta MSI 42.3% (negative; stale?) ICI Fund Allocations (Cumulative)OEFs & ETFs: Stocks 60.36%, Hybrids 4.24%, Bonds 17.81%, M-Mkt 17.59% INTEREST RATESCME

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Analysis: Starlink’s India dream: Partnerships spark hope amid regulatory and security hurdles

Analysis: Starlink’s India dream: Partnerships spark hope amid regulatory and security hurdles

By: Dr. Avi Verma Elon Musk’s ambitious Starlink project, aiming to beam high-speed satellite internet across India, has witnessed a significant shift in momentum, yet the final launch remains tethered to the intricacies of Indian regulations and lingering security concerns. While recent strategic

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China outlines stance on US trade relations

China outlines stance on US trade relations

In response to escalating trade tensions, China’s State Council Information Office has released a white paper titled “China’s Position on Some Issues Concerning China-U.S. Economic and Trade Relations”. According to the document, the Chinese government aims to clarify the facts surrounding China-US trade

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India and UK reaffirm FTA, strengthen supply chains

India and UK reaffirm FTA, strengthen supply chains

India and the United Kingdom have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties, with a focus on progressing negotiations toward a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT). The announcement came during the 13th Economic and Financial Dialogue, held in London

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Pakistan to initiate tariff talks with US amid export concerns

Pakistan to initiate tariff talks with US amid export concerns

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved the dispatch of a high-level delegation to the United States to negotiate reduced tariffs and increased market share amid fears of significant export losses. The move comes in response to the US announcing additional tariffs, which could

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President Murmu highlights India-Slovakia economic ties

President Murmu highlights India-Slovakia economic ties

During her historic visit to Slovakia, President Droupadi Murmu called upon Slovak business leaders to leverage India’s rapid economic growth by building strong trade and investment ties. Speaking at the Slovakia-India Business Forum in Bratislava, she highlighted India’s transformation as a global leader

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India, Israel to strengthen cooperation in agriculture sector

India, Israel to strengthen cooperation in agriculture sector

India and Israel have signed a new agriculture cooperation agreement and work plan to deepen bilateral collaboration in key areas of agricultural innovation and development. Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Israel’s Minister of Agriculture and Food Security Avi Dichter signed the

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Sitharaman visits UK for trade and investment talks

Sitharaman visits UK for trade and investment talks

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will begin a three-day visit to London on Tuesday to engage in crucial discussions on economic cooperation between India and the UK, focusing on the bilateral investment treaty (BIT) and the ongoing negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA).

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Largest port in US sounds alarm on Trump’s tariffs

Largest port in US sounds alarm on Trump’s tariffs

The Port of Los Angeles, the largest in the United States, is bracing for a potential 10 per cent decline in cargo volume later this year due to sweeping new tariffs announced by former President Donald Trump, according to Executive Director Gene Seroka.

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Reciprocal tariffs: Global economists warn of impending US recession

Reciprocal tariffs: Global economists warn of impending US recession

Global brokerages and economists are warning of an impending US recession, following the impact of reciprocal tariffs announced by the Donald Trump administration. JPMorgan Chase & Co has revised its outlook, now expecting real GDP to shrink under the weight of these tariffs.

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