‘Progress is being made’: Piyush Goyal says ‘first tranche’ of India-US trade deal likely by November; Trump-Modi signal thaw in ties

India-US trade deal talks India-US trade deal: Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday exhibited confidence that India and the US will be able finalise the first tranche of a trade deal by November this year.During a press briefing in Patna, Piyush Goyal said, “In February 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Trump together instructed…

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Who is the world’s richest person? Elon Musk snatches back crown from Larry Ellison; check their net worth

Larry Ellison ascended to become the wealthiest individual globally, surpassing Elon Musk, who had held this position since four years. (AFP photo) Larry Ellison, Oracle’s Chief Technology Officer, overtook Elon Musk to become the world’s richest person on Wednesday – albeit temporarily. The current wealth gap between these titans stands at a relatively modest one…

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Ukraine war: US’ Nato envoy accuses India, China of funding Russian offensive; suggests ‘additional sanctions’

NEW DELHI: US Ambassador to Nato Matthew Whitaker on Tuesday claimed that Russia’s military operations in Ukraine are being financed through oil sales to countries including India, China and Brazil. Speaking to Fox News, Whitaker urged for additional sanctions and tariffs on these nations to increase economic pressure on Moscow.He said Russia’s economy is showing…

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Bhagalpur–Dumka–Rampurhat railways line to be doubled: Rs 3,169 crore project greenlit; freight, tourism to benefit

Union Minister Ashwini revealing Cabinet decisions NEW DELHI: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday approved the doubling of the Bhagalpur–Dumka–Rampurhat railway line, covering a distance of 177 km across Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal. The project is estimated to cost approximately Rs 3,169 crore. “The enhanced line…

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India not pursuing dollar alternative: CEA Nageswaran clarifies on economic conditions; assures resilience amid global tensions

Chief Economic Adviser (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran (File photo) NEW DELHI: Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran on Tuesday clarified that India is not participating in any initiative to create an alternative to the US dollar, confirming that no such plans are under consideration. Speaking at an AIMA event, he highlighted India’s economic resilience…

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