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Category: Economic News
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India’s Brain Drain: How the U.S. H-1B Visa Program Benefits America While India Bears the Cost
India, with a population exceeding 1.46 billion, is a global powerhouse in education, producing some of the world’s most talented professionals. Institutions like the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) are renowned for their rigorous academic programs and have been instrumental in shaping India’s intellectual capital. However, a significant portion…
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GST 2.0 Brings Big Savings: Renault Triber Becomes India’s Most Affordable 7-Seater at ₹5.76 Lakh
The Indian automobile market is buzzing with excitement after the rollout of GST 2.0, which has brought significant price reductions across multiple car segments. One of the biggest winners of this tax revision is the Renault Triber, a compact MPV that has now officially become the most affordable 7-seater in India with a starting price…
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Russia Bans Fuel Exports Until Year-End: Impact on India and Global Oil Markets
The global energy landscape has been shaken by a major announcement from Russia: a ban on gasoline exports until the end of the year, along with partial restrictions on diesel exports. This decision, aimed at safeguarding domestic fuel supplies amid refinery disruptions and shortages, has sparked widespread debate on its implications for the global economy,…
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Maruti Suzuki Celerio Price Cut: Hatchback Becomes Cheaper by ₹94,000 After GST Update
Maruti Suzuki has given its popular hatchback, the Celerio, a major price cut following the GST rate adjustment on small cars. The move makes the hatchback significantly more affordable, with reductions of up to ₹94,000 on certain variants. This update not only enhances the Celerio’s value-for-money proposition but also strengthens its position in India’s competitive…
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Apple Threatens to Stop iPhone Sales in 27 European Countries Over Digital Markets Act and Charger Regulations
Apple, the tech giant renowned for its iPhones, iPads, and MacBooks, has issued a stern warning to European regulators. The company claims that current European Union regulations, particularly the Digital Markets Act (DMA) and the common charger law, pose significant challenges to its operations and may force Apple to halt sales of certain iPhone models…
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GST Rate Cuts Explained: Are Shops Still Charging More? Here’s How to File a Complaint
In India, the Goods and Services Tax (GST) is a comprehensive indirect tax implemented in 2017 to streamline taxation and reduce the cascading effect of multiple taxes. From time to time, the government announces GST rate cuts on various goods and services to reduce the financial burden on consumers. However, it has been observed that…
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Major Update for Central Government Employees: 7th Pay Commission Dearness Allowance Hike Announced
Central government employees and pensioners across India have a reason to cheer as a major update regarding the 7th Pay Commission Dearness Allowance (DA) hike has been officially confirmed. This revision is set to provide a significant boost to the monthly salaries and pensions of lakhs of employees, especially with the festive season around the…
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From U.S. Setback to China Boom: The New Chapter for Indian Shrimp Trade
Trade wars and tariffs often shake up global markets, and the Indian shrimp industry is a clear example of this. For decades, the United States was India’s largest buyer of shrimp. However, with the imposition of steep tariffs and stricter trade barriers, exporters faced shrinking margins and declining demand. What seemed like a major setback…
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Flipkart Big Billion Days 2025 Chaos: iPhone 16 Orders Cancelled and Prices Hiked – Customers Furious
The Flipkart Big Billion Days (BBD) 2025 sale, one of India’s most anticipated e-commerce events, has sparked widespread frustration among consumers. While the sale promised significant discounts on high-demand products, particularly the newly launched iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro, numerous buyers have reported order cancellations, sudden price hikes, and stock availability issues. The combination…
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Anti-India Yunus Cornered as Bangladesh Banks, NBFIs and Stock Market Crumble
Bangladesh is facing one of the worst financial crises in its modern history, and the developments spell serious trouble for interim leader Muhammad Yunus. Often seen as maintaining an anti-India stance, Yunus now finds himself at the center of a storm as the country’s banking sector, non-banking financial institutions, and stock market teeter on the…
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AUCC Self by AU Small Finance Bank: Apply for Your Credit Card Online in 2025
In the fast-paced world of finance, convenience and speed matter. Applying for a credit card traditionally meant visiting a bank, filling forms, and waiting for weeks for approval. But AU Small Finance Bank has changed the game with its AUCC Self platform, a seamless online credit card application portal that lets you apply from the…
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Kawasaki Price Drop Under New GST Rules: Ninja 300, KLX230 & More Cheaper from September 2025
India’s recent tax overhaul under the new GST framework has delivered some welcome relief for bike enthusiasts. Kawasaki has slashed prices on several popular models under 350cc after the Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate for these bikes was reduced from 28% to 18%. From performance street bikes to retro & dual-sport machines, the savings…