‘50% is not tariff, it’s an embargo’

Gokaldas Exports is among the largest players in the garments business, supplying goods to top global markets. The company’s managing director Siva Ganapathi speaks to TOI over the impact and plans to tackle the 50% tariff imposed by the US on Indian goods. Excerpts:What will be the impact of the 50% additional tariff on Indian…

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'Europe has lot of opportunities'

Bharat Forge, heavily reliant on the US auto sector, faces potential headwinds from new import duties. Vice-Chairman Amit Kalyani acknowledges possible near-term demand issues but remains optimistic about resolving the situation with American buyers. If talks fail, the company will explore opportunities in Europe, leveraging FTAs. Source link

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India’s passport climbs several ranks in world’s most powerful passports rankings; US, UK no longer powerhouses – top points to know

The strength of Indian passport has increased substantially in recent times. India’s passport has climbed several ranks in the latest Henley Passport Index list of the world’s most powerful or strongest passports. The strength of Indian passport has increased substantially in recent times, enabling Indians to access more than 60 nations without prior visa arrangements…

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US market outlook: Wall Street braces for CPI test as rally nears record highs; analysts flag pullback risk; tariff impact in focus

A fresh look at US inflation trends this week is set to test Wall Street’s record run, with several strategists warning that equities may be primed for a pullback after months of near-uninterrupted gains.The benchmark S&P 500 closed on Friday up more than 8% for the year and near all-time highs, while the Nasdaq Composite…

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RBI proposes standardised claim settlement for deceased customers; 15-day deadline, penalties for delay

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed standardised forms and a uniform process for settling claims on bank accounts, safe deposit lockers and articles kept in safe custody of deceased customers, with a 15-day settlement deadline and compensation to nominees or legal heirs for delays.The central bank has issued the Draft Circular – Reserve…

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JM Financial stake sale: Company to sell 2.1% in home loans unit to Bajaj Allianz Life; Rs 65.5 crore deal to close by August 31

JM Financial Credit Solutions Ltd (JMFCSL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of JM Financial, will sell a 2.1% stake in its home loans subsidiary to Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance Company for Rs 65.5 crore.In a regulatory filing on Sunday, JM Financial said JMFCSL has signed an investment agreement with Bajaj Allianz Life to sell 1.36 crore equity…

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Crop insurance boost: Agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan to transfer Rs 3,200 cr PMFBY claims on Monday; new rules bring faster payouts

Agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will digitally transfer Rs 3,200 crore in crop insurance claims on Monday under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) to 30 lakh farmer beneficiaries. The transfer will take place during an event in Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan, attended by Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, Union Minister of State for Agriculture Bhagirath…

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Steel safeguard push: Industry seeks anti-dumping duties on cheap imports, flags urgent need amid trade uncertainties

The Indian stainless steel industry has sought anti-dumping duties on low-priced imports from select countries, citing an urgent need to protect domestic players in the face of global trade uncertainties.Jindal Stainless Managing Director Abhyuday Jindal said the Indian Stainless Steel Development Association (ISSDA), representing the industry, has petitioned the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR)…

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