India-US trade deal: Will India face 20-25% Trump tariffs from August 1? Top 10 things to know

Donald Trump administration officials have indicated that more negotiations are needed with India before a trade deal can be sealed. India-US trade deal: With just two days remaining until US President Donald Trump’s reciprocal tariff deadline, the possibility of a trade deal between India and America is dimming, though officials have not ruled out any…

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Pakistan government fast-tracks crypto rollout; eyes mainstream integration: Report

Pakistan’s government is moving swiftly toward integrating cryptocurrency into its financial ecosystem, aiming to bring digital currencies into mainstream banking, forex operations, and gold trading, according to a Wednesday media report quoted by PTI.A high-level conference held Tuesday focused on incorporating digital currencies within the formal financial framework. Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC) CEO Bilal Bin…

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Some relief for Nayara Energy! Microsoft restores IT services to Russia-backed Indian oil refinery; US company abruptly halted operations after EU sanctions

Nayara’s lawyer told a New Delhi court today that the services have been restored by Microsoft. EU sanctions on Russia: Global IT giant Microsoft has restored IT services to Russia-backed Indian oil refinery Nayara Energy, according to a Reuters report. Nayara had sued Microsoft for abrupt suspension of services following European Union’s fresh sanctions on…

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ITR-3 enabled for e-filing: Income Tax form covers business and professional income earners, directors, and traders— key things to know before filing for AY 2025–26

The Income Tax Department has enabled online filing for ITR-3 on its e-filing portal for Assessment Year 2025–26 (Financial Year 2024–25), easing return submissions for individuals with income from share trading (including F&O), business ventures, and investments in unlisted shares. The department announced on July 30, 2025: “Kind Attention Taxpayers! Income Tax Return Form of…

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NSDL IPO opens today: India’s oldest depository goes public with 4,012 crore IPO; should you subscribe? What analysts say

The Initial Public Offering (IPO) of National Securities Depository Ltd (NSDL), India’s pioneering and largest depository, opened for subscription on Wednesday, marking a significant event in the Indian financial market. The IPO, which is entirely an offer for sale (OFS) by existing shareholders, aims to raise Rs 4,012 crore, with no fresh capital being raised….

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Indian contract manufacturers go global: Firms capitalise on tariff-led supply gaps; analysts flag ROI risks

Indian electronic contract manufacturers are expanding globally through acquisitions and strategic partnerships to gain access to clients in the US, Europe, and other international markets. They are capitalising on supply chain disruptions triggered by tariff-related shifts, particularly those involving China. These companies are leveraging the current trade environment to acquire technologies and capabilities that would…

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Stock market today: Nifty50 opens flat; BSE Sensex near 81,400 as worries of US tariffs on India loom

Market experts anticipate selective purchasing activities influenced by quarterly earnings reports. (AI image) Market experts anticipate selective purchasing activities influenced by quarterly financial reports, whilst overall market sentiment remains dependent on economic indicators and developments in India-US trade negotiations.VK Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist, Geojit Investments Limited says, “The technical bounce back in Nifty by 140…

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6.4%: IMF raises India GDP forecast

NEW DELHI: IMF on Tuesday raised the global growth projection marginally, with the Indian economy too likely to expand more than what was estimated earlier. In its latest update, IMF said India is projected to grow 6.4% in 2025 and 2026, “reflecting a more benign external environment than assumed in the April reference forecast”. The…

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