China–Japan row: Beijing bans exports of dual-use goods to Tokyo amid Taiwan-related tensions; cites national security concerns

File photo: Chinese President Xi Jinping and Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi (Picture credit: AP) China on Tuesday banned exports of dual-use goods that can serve both civilian and military purposes to Japan, a move that comes amid heightened tensions between the two countries over Taiwan.In a statement, China’s commerce ministry said exports of such items…

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Budget 2026: Women centric schemes in focus — Jan Dhan-linked credit, insurance & more; check details

For the Union Budget 2026, the government may be considering women-centric financial measures, with a focus on strengthening credit and insurance access through Jan Dhan accounts, as part of its wider push towards universal financial inclusion. Alongside this, the government is also considering suggestions to widen the scope of the Jan Suraksha schemes and provide…

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Lowest in years? India’s crude oil imports from Russia may drop sharply in January; Reliance says it expects no deliveries

Authorities have asked oil refiners to provide weekly updates on their purchases of crude from Russia and the United States. (AI image) India’s crude oil imports from Russia may see a sharp fall in January, with Reliance Industries saying that it does not expect to receive any Russian crude shipments. This could bring down India’s…

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Gold price prediction today: Where are gold & prices headed in the near-term? Check outlook

Gold may test the resistance at $4550. Dip buying is the favoured strategy. (AI image) Gold price prediction today: Gold prices are expected to continue their rally as demand for safe haven assets picks up, says Praveen Singh, Senior Fundamental Research Analyst- Currencies and Commodities at Mirae Asset Sharekhan. Here’s his outlook on gold prices:Gold…

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Rupee rebounds! Currency rises 18 paise after 4-day losses; reaches 90.12 against US dollar

Rupee began strong on Tuesday, strengthening by 18 paise to 90.12 against the US dollar, snapping its four-day losing streak.The currency’s rebound comes a day after it ended lower on Monday, closing at 90.30 against the greenback amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainty and weak domestic equities. According to traders, after the American military operation in Venezuela,…

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