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US labour market trend: Jobless claims surge to 236,000; Fed flags deeper hiring weakness

US jobless claims surged last week, exceeding expectations, though still within historical lows. Despite this, the Federal Reserve cut interest…

5 months ago

New labour codes: Does your salary & wage definition, PF contribution, ESI, gratuity payout & bonus change? Explained

New labour codes are set to redefine wage calculations, impacting salary structures, PF contributions, and gratuity payouts. The broader definition…

5 months ago

India-US trade deal: India should be cautious on agri concessions, insist on a drastic cut in high tariffs – GTRI says

As India enters pivotal trade talks with the United States, experts are advising a careful approach regarding the potential reduction…

5 months ago

India’s first hydrogen-powered train: What’s special about it? Top 5 things to know

In a groundbreaking achievement for sustainable transit, Indian Railways has unveiled its inaugural hydrogen-powered train. This pioneering 'Made in India'…

5 months ago

IndiGo disruptions: Over 40,000 passengers hit at Mumbai airport since December 1; delays and cancellations pile up, says MIAL

Mumbai airport experienced significant disruptions last week as IndiGo cancelled 905 flights and delayed 1,475 others, impacting over 40,000 passengers…

5 months ago

Fed call ahead: Central bank eyes third rate cut amid sharp divisions; why follow-up easing looks uncertain

The US Federal Reserve is poised for a quarter-point rate cut this week, but internal disagreements signal future reductions will…

5 months ago

India-US trade talks: US deputy ambassador for trade to visit India; discussions resume this week

US Deputy Ambassador for Trade, Rick Switzer, is set to visit India on December 10-11 for crucial trade talks. Both…

5 months ago

Home loan relief: Banks cut MCLR, RLLR and RBLR after RBI repo rate trim; here’s how your EMIs may fall

Home loan borrowers are set to benefit as major banks, including HDFC Bank, PNB, and Bank of Baroda, have reduced…

5 months ago

Solar financing: Renewable energy ministry issues clarification; says no lender advisory was issued to banks

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has denied reports of advising lenders to halt financing for renewable energy…

5 months ago

Stock market outlook: Fed rate call and FII flows set the tone; CPI, rupee in focus this week

Indian equities are poised to be influenced by global cues this week, with the US Federal Reserve's interest rate decision…

5 months ago