India-EFTA trade pact kicks in: Swiss wines, chocolates and apparel get cheaper; Indian exports to get wider market access

The India-EFTA free trade agreement, effective Wednesday, will make Swiss products like wines and watches cheaper in India. It also boosts market access for India’s labor-intensive exports such as textiles and marine products in EFTA nations. This pact offers strategic benefits for India’s electronics sector and phased duty reductions on various goods.

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Bigg Boss 19: Baseer Ali and Pranit More clash over storage space; get into war of words

Tensions flared in Bigg Boss 19 as Baseer and Pranit clashed over storage space, with Baseer refusing to accommodate Pranit and making it an ego issue. Nehal intervened, stressing mutual understanding, but Baseer remained adamant and mocked her involvement. The argument escalated with insults, leading to the house splitting into factions over Baseer’s stubborn approach.

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Nicki Minaj vs Cardi B: Showdown between the rappers continues, after triggered by album stats

Nicki Minaj and Cardi B reignited their long-standing feud on X, clashing over album statistics and personal jabs. The rappers exchanged heated posts after announcing albums concurrently, with Cardi B challenging Minaj’s career longevity and comparing her numbers to industry peers. The conflict intensified with alleged pregnancy digs and now involves Ice Spice.

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Agra artists give final touches to effigies of Ravan, Kumbhkaran and Meghnad

Patna is set for a grand ‘Ravan-Vadh’ ceremony on October 2, with the main event at Gandhi Maidan featuring significantly taller, technologically enhanced effigies dressed in unique cultural attire. Comprehensive security measures, including 3300 cameras and multiple control rooms, are in place to manage the expected crowd of over 3 lakh people for the Vijayadashmi…

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