India-US trade deal: US team to visit India in August for another round of agreement talks; Trump’s tariff deadline nears

India and the US are in trade talks. An American team will visit India in August. Both countries want an interim trade deal before August 1. Discussions covered agriculture and auto tariffs. India seeks preferential duties for its industries. The US wants lower duties on industrial goods. They aim to finalize the first phase by…

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100 days since exit: Elon Musk’s DOGE leaves lasting scars for federal workforce; impact set to linger for years

Following Elon Musk’s departure, the Department of Government Efficiency’s impact continues to plague federal staff, with significant civil servant departures and career disruptions. Despite Musk’s exit and DOGE’s apparent cessation, its influence persists through remaining personnel and allies in key government roles. Concerns linger regarding hidden mismanagement and risks within federal departments.

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Galeries Lafayette targets booming Indian market – why experts warn sales may stay subdued

Galeries Lafayette has launched its first Indian store in Mumbai, aiming to capture the nation’s vast consumer market. Despite the promising growth of India’s luxury sector, global brands face significant hurdles including high import duties, complex bureaucracy, and strong competition from local designers, necessitating cultural adaptation for success.

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