VB-G RAM G Bill passed in Lok Sabha: House adjourned after ruckus – key points | India News

NEW DELHI: The Lok Sabha on Thursday passed the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill amid sustained opposition protests, leading to repeated disruptions and the adjournment of the House after a ruckus.The Bill, which replaces the 20-year-old Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, seeks to provide a statutory guarantee of…

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Economic boom for US? Trump’s promises for 2026 — lower interests, cheap electricity & more

US President Donald Trump said that America is headed for an “economic boom” in the upcoming year. Speaking at the White House on Wednesday (local time), Trump highlighted his achievements of during the second term and outlined the administration’s plans for the economy, border security and the United States’ role on the global stage.For the…

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Trump’s Gold Card finds no takers? $1 million visa programme sees muted interest; here’s why EB-5 category is being preferred

Trump sees the Gold Card as a tool to attract and retain outstanding talent while also creating income for the US government. (AI image) US President Donald Trump has launched his $1 million Gold Card, but Indians it seems are not too keen to shell out the amount, especially given the lack of clarity on…

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Coinbase deepens India presence after approval of CoinDCX deal

India’s competition regulator has approved Coinbase’s plan to acquire a minority stake in CoinDCX, allowing the U.S.-based exchange to deepen its exposure to one of the world’s fastest-growing crypto markets. The Competition Commission of India (CCI) cleared the transaction on Wednesday, giving Coinbase the green light to invest in DCX Global Limited, the parent company…

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Growth over 8%! PM Modi highlights Indian economy in Muscat; set to sign India-Oman trade agreement

PM Modi on Thursday reiterated India’s economic story, saying that growth stood at over 8%, even amid ongoing challenges. Speaking at the India-Oman Business Summit in Muscat, the PM said, “A few days ago, the economic growth figures were released, and India’s growth stood at over 8%. This means India has continued to remain the…

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Betting on iPhones! Tatas invest Rs 1,500 crore in Tata Electronics; company phones on contract for Apple

Counterpoint Research indicates that over 70% of iPhones sold in the US are manufactured in India. (AI image) The Tata group seems to be betting big on iPhones, with its latest regulatory filing with the Registrar of Companies indicating that it has injected an additional Rs 1,500 crore into Tata Electronics. This company manufactures iPhones…

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Mid-air scare: Air India Express flight from Jeddah makes emergency landing in Kochi; tyres burst | India News

NEW DELHI: An Air India Express flight from Jeddah to Kozhikode carrying 160 passengers made an emergency landing at Cochin International Airport on Thursday after a technical issue involving its landing gear and tyre failure, officials said.The Cochin International Airport Limited said the Air India Express flight IX 398 was diverted to Kochi as a…

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Gold & silver price prediction today: Gold, silver to touch new highs? Here’s the outlook

MCX Gold has the potential to move toward the 137,000 level in the coming sessions. (AI image) Gold and silver price prediction today: Gold prices are reaching new highs and continue to trade with a bullish bias. Silver is also sending strong positive signals, says Abhilash Koikkara, Head – Forex & Commodities, Nuvama Professional Clients…

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India’s goods exports likely to contract by 1% in FY26, service exports too slowed: Report

India’s goods exports are expected to contract by around 1 per cent in FY26, compared to a marginal growth registered last year, according to a report by CareEdge Ratings.The report highlighted that while goods exports have weakened in recent months, services exports have continued to remain healthy and resilient, but they have also slowed down.It…

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