India-US trade deal: As Donald Trump’s deadline nears, more talks needed – but last-minute breakthrough not ruled out

With Trump’s tariffs looming, Indian and American officials are in intense discussions to find common ground on customs duties. Despite USTR Jamieson Greer indicating further talks are necessary and a trade deal unlikely soon, officials haven’t dismissed a last-minute breakthrough. The next round of talks is scheduled for August 25.

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IPO frenzy builds for NSE: Retail investor base quadruples for stock exchange before market debut plans; over 1 lakh join in 3 months

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) is experiencing a surge in retail investor interest, with its base quadrupling in three months due to anticipation of its upcoming IPO expected by Q4 FY26. A regulatory change streamlining share transfers and strong financial performance, including a 47% jump in FY25 net profit, have fueled this growth.

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UAE to increase card fees for foreign transactions: Here’s how expats can avoid extra charges

From September 22, banks in UAE will increase international card usage fees. The new charge will be 3.14 percent. This impacts expats who frequently use their cards abroad. Higher charges are expected on online shopping and remittances. Options exist to reduce these costs. Consider multicurrency cards and direct bank transfers. A new payment system, Jaywan,…

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‘They were Bharatiyas’: Priyanka Gandhi counters MP’s ‘Hindus killed’ remark in Pahalgam debate – watch

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra clashed with government MPs over the Pahalgam terror attack victims’ identity, emphasizing their Indian nationality amidst interruptions highlighting their Hindu faith. She criticized the government’s response to the attack, questioning the security arrangements and accusing them of providing refuge to terrorists.

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