Mixed signals on trade deal? US Trade Representative calls India ‘very difficult nut to crack’; but adds America gets ‘best ever ‘offers from India

Currently, India and the US are conducting parallel negotiations on two fronts. (AI image) India-US trade deal: Calling India a ‘tough nut’ to crack, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer on Tuesday also said that India gives some of the ‘best offers’. Greer’s comments assume significance at a time when a US delegation is in India…

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‘Would have worked on my companies’! Elon Musk says Doge was ‘somewhat successful’ — Would Tesla CEO take the leadership again?

Elon Musk has played down the achievements of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), the cost-cutting initiative he headed for US President Donald Trump, saying the unit managed only limited gains before it folded. Speaking on a podcast with former Trump official Katie Miller on Tuesday (local time), the Tesla chief said the experience is…

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US markets pause near record levels: S&P 500 slips slightly; traders brace for Fed signals on 2026 rates

US stock market today: US equities showed little movement Wednesday morning as investors awaited the Federal Reserve’s policy announcement. S&P 500 edged down 0.1% but stayed close to its record levels, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average remained unchanged and the Nasdaq fell 0.3%. Treasury yields also showed little change as traders prepared for the…

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Explained: What are free zones in Dubai and how expats can start business there | World News

Explore Dubai Free Zones for 100% foreign ownership, tax advantages, and multi zone operations with the Free Zone passport/Representative Image Dubai has become one of the world’s most attractive destinations for entrepreneurs and investors. Its network of Free Zones offers a simple, tax-friendly, and fully foreign owned business environment, making it easier than ever for…

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India-US trade deal: US team in Delhi; Piyush Goyal shares important update, says ‘talks are…’

In 2024-25, the US maintained its position as India’s principal trading partner for the fourth year running. (AI image) India-US trade deal: Commerce and Industry minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday shared an important update on the ongoing India-US trade deal talks. The US team is in Delhi this week for another round of discussions on…

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AI chip smuggling crackdown: Nvidia builds location-tracking tech; ‘Monitor entire AI GPU fleet

Nvidia has developed a location verification feature for its chips, aiming to help prevent its advanced artificial intelligence processors from being smuggled into countries where exports are restricted, reported Reuters, citing people familiar with the matterThe move comes amid growing pressure in the United States to tighten oversight of high-end AI hardware. Lawmakers and the…

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Starlink price plans for India: Elon Musk-led company may charge Rs 2,500-3,500 per month; check details

The government has not yet assigned spectrum to Starlink for commercial service deployment, and security clearances remain pending. Elon Musk-led Starlink plans to soon introduce its satellite communication services in India with pricing between Rs 2,500-3,500 for retail customers. The company aims to provide services across multiple sectors including maritime, aviation, retail, and enterprise segments….

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F&O frenzy: NSE’s 15-minute tweak that could save billions for traders – explained

At 9:01am this Monday, something quietly historic happened on the National Stock Exchange. For the first time, options-crazed traders didn’t dive straight into live futures prices at the opening bell – they had to watch a call auction screen instead.NSE’s new 15-minute pre-open session for equity derivatives went live on December 8, in what traders…

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