‘Quite ridiculous’: Piyush Goyal dismisses investor fears over future of India’s IT sector

Union commerce minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday dismissed investor concerns over the future of India’s IT sector as “ridiculous”, stressing that technology firms will play a central role in the growth of artificial intelligence.Speaking at the GEC event and responding to recent investor concerns, Piyush Goyal said, “Of late, I’m seeing in the stock market…

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India eyes diversification of crude oil sources; Piyush Goyal says would ‘love’ high-quality coking coal from US

Goyal said India can produce goods in areas where US manufacturers may not be competitive. India is looking to diversify its sources of crude oil, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has said. Goyal’s comments assume significance in light of the India-US trade deal joint statement which lowers tariffs on Indian exports to 18%. The Donald Trump…

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National Pension System: Not just a tax-saving tool — new rules, retirement benefits & more explained

For millions of salaried professionals and self-employed Indians, financial concern is not just job loss or market volatility — it is securing a safety net in retirement.Unlike most government employees who are covered under pension schemes, most private sector workers today must build their own retirement fund. This has made the National Pension System (NPS),…

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Shadab Khan hits back at Mohammad Yousuf and Shahid Afridi: ‘We have beaten India once in World Cups, unlike our ex-cricketers’ | Cricket News

TimesofIndia.com in Colombo: Pakistan all-rounder Shadab Khan has hit back at former Pakistan captain and batting legend Mohammad Yousuf and Shahid Afridi, who have claimed that the country’s cricket is currently in its “darkest period” and said players like Babar Azam and Shaheen Shah Afridi should no longer be considered for the shortest format.“Criticism is…

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‘Funds will be unlocked for infra’: BCCI president Mithun Manhas on J&K cricket after historic Ranji run | Cricket News

Jammu and Kashmir cricket team (X-Mithun Manhas) New Delhi: Having served as the head of the ad-hoc committee to run the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) till last September, BCCI president Mithun Manhas said that the cricket infrastructure in the state will grow faster once the state association is approved by the government. “Everything…

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Sebi forms working group to review ESG Rating Providers regulatory framework

New Delhi, Markets regulator Sebi on Wednesday said it has formed a working group to undertake a review of the regulatory framework governing ESG Rating Providers (ERPs). The decision has been taken based on feedback received from market participants and stakeholders regarding the existing regulatory framework. The working group comprises representatives from issuers, investors/ ESG…

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Three ducks in a row: Abhishek Sharma out for zero vs the Netherlands; yet to score a run in T20 World Cup | Cricket News

India’s Abhishek Sharma being bowled by Netherlands’ Aryan Dutt during an ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 cricket match between India and Netherlands, at the Narendra Modi Stadium, in Ahmedabad. (PTI) NEW DELHI: How many ducks are too many ducks? India opener Abhishek Sharma might be asking himself as he was again dismissed for zero…

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Huge blow! Matheesha Pathirana ruled out of T20 World Cup, IPL 2026 in doubt | Cricket News

Sri Lanka’s Matheesha Pathirana (AP/PTI) Sri Lanka have been forced into a change in their squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup after fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana was ruled out with injury. Pacer Dilshan Madushanka has been officially cleared as his replacement.Pathirana picked up a muscle strain during Sri Lanka’s Group B clash against…

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‘India doesn’t negotiate as a meek nation’: Piyush Goyal says trust is key referring to recent trade deals

NEW DELHI: India “doesn’t engage as a meek country,” Union commerce minister Piyush Goyal said on Wednesday asserting that “trust and negotiation from a position of strength,” have defined the country’s recent trade successes.Speaking at the Global Economic Cooperation Summit in Mumbai, Goyal said India’s approach to economic diplomacy is rooted in engagement, confidence and…

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Pacers exploit conditions as South Africa storm into T20 World Cup Super 8s unbeaten | Cricket News

South Africa’s Corbin Bosch celebrates after taking the wicket of UAE’s Aryansh Sharma during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 cricket match between South Africa and UAE, at Arun Jaitley Stadium, in New Delhi. TimesofIndia.com in New Delhi: South Africa will go into the T20 World Cup Super Eight stage with a massive morale…

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