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Mint Bangalore
INSIDE AP'S NEW MANTRA: 'SPEED OF DOING BUSINESS'
Nara Lokesh is facing off against rival states and historical financial strain. Can he repeat his father's legacy?
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November 18, 2025
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India curbs import of platinum jewellery
The Union government on Monday restricted import of unstudded articles of platinum jewellery until 30 April 2026, following the misuse of the zero percent import duty clause.
1 min |
November 18, 2025
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Trump's tokenized Maldives project
The Trump Organization is planning a luxury resort in the Maldives with its Saudi Arabian partner and plans to tokenize the hotel development project.
1 min |
November 18, 2025
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India to import a tenth of its LPG needs from the US under a term deal
In a fillip to American exports to India, public sector oil companies Indian Oil Corp. Ltd (IOC), Bharat Petroleum Corp. Ltd (BPCL) and Hindustan Petroleum Corp. Ltd (HPCL) have signed a one-year term deal to import 2.2 million tonnes of liquified petroleum gas from the US Gulf Coast in 2026.
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November 18, 2025
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Govt keen on timely payments to MSMEs
The Union government is considering a new set of measures—including charging interest and imposing a substantial levy on defaulters—to address the longstanding issue of delayed payments to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), said two people close to the matter.
2 min |
November 18, 2025
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Gold spike, Trump tariffs lift goods trade deficit to all-time high
Overall merchandise exports slipped to $34.38 billion from $36.38 billion in September and $38.98 billion a year earlier. Agarwal said India maintained steady export growth in the first seven months of FY25, even as global demand softened.
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November 18, 2025
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Medina bus crash kills 45 pilgrims
A fatal accident involving a bus filled with Indian pilgrims killed at least 45 people near Saudi Arabia’s holy city of Medina, Indian police said on Monday, one of the deadliest crashes in the Gulf kingdom in years.
1 min |
November 18, 2025
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Roll back quality control orders on inputs to spur manufacturing
Such QCOs hold back the competitiveness of manufacturers and ending them could catapult our factory sector to a new orbit
4 min |
November 18, 2025
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Interim personality rights protection to influencer Shamani
The Delhi high court on Monday granted interim protection for the personality rights of podcaster and influencer Raj Shamani, who claimed his name, image, voice, and online presence are being widely misused on the internet.
1 min |
November 18, 2025
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'Many blitzscaling startups don't transition to discipline'
overthe last decade havescaled much more than anyone anticipated.
1 min |
November 18, 2025
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Govt seeks time in SC on Sahara, Adani land sale petition
The Union government has sought more time to file its response to a plea by financially-stressed Sahara India Commercial Corporation Ltd (SICCL), which is seeking the Supreme Court’s nod to sell 88 properties, including Aamby Valley in Maharashtra and Sahara Shaher in Lucknow, to Adani Properties Pvt. Ltd in a ₹12,000-crore deal, and pay off its debts.
1 min |
November 18, 2025
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Blockbuster year in sight for IPO street
capital markets, Avendus Capital, a Mumbai-based investment bank.
2 min |
November 18, 2025
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Gas for goodwill
Even as India’s exports to the US fell in October, as revealed by trade data issued by the government on Monday, Union petroleum and natural gas minister Hardeep Singh Puri announced the signing of a one-year agreement for the import of 2.2 million tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) from America.
1 min |
November 18, 2025
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India's music stardom has moved from film sets to feeds
A few verses, a guitar, and an Instagram Reel were enough to catapult Anumita Nadesan into the national spotlight.
2 min |
November 18, 2025
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Do pre-IPO gains get long-term tax status?
I live in Australia and I own shares in a Indian company which got recently listed. I invested about 1.5 years back when it was not listed. When I sell the shares now, will it be considered as shortor long-term gains? —Name withheld on request
1 min |
November 18, 2025
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New nuclear arms race pits U.S. against both Russia and China
After a decadeslong hiatus, nuclear weapons surge back to the forefront of global politics
5 min |
November 18, 2025
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How freelancers can avoid losing 7% of income from global clients
Freelancers can lose 2.5-4% per payment through bank transfers, and up to 5-7% when using PayPal or Stripe
5 min |
November 18, 2025
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Infosys rolls out Al-first GCC model
T major Infosys on Monday introduced an AI-first model aimed at speeding up the establishment and transformation of global capability centres into AI-driven hubs that promote innovation and growth.
1 min |
November 18, 2025
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Encube race heats up; promoters may sell too
clocking in a more than 3x return on its $40 million investment made in 2016.
1 min |
November 18, 2025
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Welspun to sell majority in clean energy firm, hires EY
Company targets equity value of $100 million for stake in Welspun New Energy
2 min |
November 18, 2025
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Centre mulls cut in PLI auto sops to ₹2,000 cr for FY26
Scheme has faced challenges including localization requirements and delays in disbursal
2 min |
November 18, 2025
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Automakers seek leeway on EVs as watchdogs push back
India debates how much leeway automakers should get under the Cafe-III emission norms
2 min |
November 18, 2025
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Reliance to bring 'essence' to India
Reliance Retail on Monday announced to bring ‘essence’, Europe’s leading cosmetics brand by units sold, to the Indian market, a move which will help the growing beauty business of country’s leading retailer.
1 min |
November 18, 2025
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SIDBI VC marks first close of spacetech fund
SIDBI Venture Capital (SVCL), the Small Industries Development Bank of India’s venture capital subsidiary, has made the first close of ₹1,005 crore for its spacetech-focused Antariksh Venture Capital Fund (AVCF).
1 min |
November 18, 2025
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China, India throw oil a lifeline as global glut looms
Global oil markets may be dominated by concerns about a glut, but producers have found some support in buying from China and India, spurred by awave of US sanctions on Russian energy.
1 min |
November 18, 2025
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India-made 40nm chip to power smart meters by June
Cyient Ltd will start supplying a locally patented 40-nanometre (nm) chip to clients building smart electricity meters by June, according to the two top executives.
2 min |
November 18, 2025
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NBFCs go easy on MSMEs as NPAs bite
IFL Finance maintains a \"very cautious status\" on MSMEs and the microfinance business, chief financial officer Kapish Jain told analysts on 31 October, adding the focus is largely on \"recovery and collection.”
2 min |
November 18, 2025
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Beware the scorching gold rally
HE JARGON of gold trading echoes that of poker. “Strong hands” are investors loyal to the metal no matter the price. “Weak hands” are flaky punters who fold at the first sign of trouble.
2 min |
November 18, 2025
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Advent, Warburg join Encube race; promoters may sell stake
Global private equity firms Advent International and Warburg Pincus have joined the race for a stake purchase in contract drug maker Encube Ethicals Pvt.Ltd, three people aware of the development said.
1 min |
November 18, 2025
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A. Vellayan, known for visionary bets, passes away at 72
His friends and peers called Arunachalam Vellayan (72), former chairman of Murugappa group who passed away in Chennaion Monday, a man with a high level of business acumen and an ability to see the future.
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