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Piyush Goyal on China ties: India is ready to rebuild economic relations, but there's a catch
Piyush Goyal signals scope for renewed India-China economic ties, saying engagement must ensure fair terms, continuity and geopolitical stability.
Rupee gains 145 paise in two trading sessions, but disquiet sets in forex market
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SEBI extends IPO issue-size relaxation until March 2027
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Sitharaman’s LTCG tax, STT remarks lift markets; rupee rises to 95.38
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IMF raises India's growth forecast for FY27 and FY28 amid strong domestic demand, credits AI for helping world economy
The IMF raised its 2026 global growth forecast, citing stronger-than-expected activity and AI investment. India’s growth outlook was upgraded for FY27 and FY28.
Rupee perks up 96 paise on RBI’s weekend measures
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India's retail inflation jumps to 5.54% in Sept; highest under new CPI series
India’s retail inflation rose to 5.54% in September from 4.83% in August, driven mainly by higher food prices, government data showed. Details here.
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