Government monitors West Asia tensions via ‘inter-ministerial group’ to assess trade impact

Image used for representative purposes NEW DELHI: Amid the escalating tensions in the West Asia region, the Indian govt has set up an inter-ministerial group that’s monitoring the situation particulary to assess any hurdles in India’s trade and shipping.“We have set up an inter-ministerial group that meets on a daily basis and is closely monitoring…

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RBI proposes Kisan credit card rule overhaul; seeks stakeholder views by March 6

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Thursday issued draft directions to revise and consolidate guidelines on the Kisan Credit Card (KCC) scheme, aimed at expanding coverage, streamlining operational aspects and addressing emerging requirements in the agriculture sector.The central bank has invited comments and feedback on the draft guidelines from regulated entities, members of the…

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India crash out of AFC Women’s Asian Cup without a single point after 1-3 loss to Chinese Taipei | Football News

India vs Chinese Taipei (Photo from @IndianFootball on X) NEW DELHI: India crashed out of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup after losing 1-3 to Chinese Taipei in a crucial group-stage match on Tuesday. The result ended India’s campaign despite the team dominating large portions of the game and creating several chances but failing to convert…

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‘He has an aura in dressing room’: Captain Harry Brook backs Brendon McCullum to continue despite T20 World Cup exit | Cricket News

England coach Brendon McCullum, right, chats with England’s captain Harry Brook (AP Photo/Rafiq Maqbool) MUMBAI: Calling Brendon McCullum “the best coach I’ve ever had”, England’s white-ball captain Harry Brook urged the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) to retain the New Zealander as the team’s all-format head coach after England’s sevenrun semifinal loss to India….

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NGT clears Rs 90,000-crore Great Nicobar project, here’s why it can be a game changer

The National Green Tribunal gave a green light to Centre’s Rs 90,000-crore-plus Great Nicobar infrastructure project on Monday, concluding that the environmental clearance granted in 2022 was backed by sufficient safeguards and there was no “good ground to interfere.“ A bench of the tribunal dismissed a series of petitions that had questioned the validity of…

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Asian stocks today: Markets trade in green after Wall Steet’s strong rally; Nikkei jumps over 2% to record highs

Asian stocks traded in green on Wednesday, mirroring Wall Street’s gains and sustained enthusiasm around the artificial intelligence boom. Investors also kept close eye on US President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address, delivered during Asian trading hours. In Japan, Nikkei benchmark index touched a fresh record, leading the positive mood across the region.Nikkei…

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