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India's merchandise exports showed steady growth, reaching $220 billion in H1 FY26 despite global volatility. While the US remains a key market, its share has decreased, with India diversifying its export destinations. The government is providing significant assistance to exporters facing challenges like US tariffs....

India's retail boom is shifting beyond metros, with Tier II and III cities now leading organized retail expansion. Rising incomes and evolving consumer tastes for lifestyle experiences are fueling this growth. Cities like Raipur, Vizag, and Bhubaneswar are becoming key hubs, attracting brands and investors eager to tap into new, aspirational audiences....

TPG Capital LP and Warburg Pincus are in early talks to buy a stake in Sirion Labs Pvt., a Partners Group Holding AG-backed software business managing and automating contracts, according to people familiar with the matter....

The Indian rupee plummeted to a record low of 89.49 against the dollar on Friday, experiencing its sharpest fall since May. This decline was driven by strong dollar demand, portfolio outflows, and concerns over US sanctions on entities facilitating Iranian oil sales. Despite the RBI's stance on not targeting specific levels, intervention occurred after the 89 mark was breached....

Gig workers are set to receive a significant boost with the implementation of the Social Security Code. Online platforms like Swiggy and Uber will now contribute 1-2% of their turnover to welfare funds, ensuring nationwide social security coverage, portable benefits, and access to essential protections for millions....

India Inc faces significant operational shifts, including revised salary structures and mandatory health check-ups, to align with new labor provisions. While demanding these changes for years, businesses also welcome the flexibility in hiring women for night shifts and managing seasonal workforce needs, boosting sector competitiveness....

Four new labour codes come into force as India seeks to attract investment and strengthen manufacturing....

Tata Power will acquire a 40% stake in Bhutan's 1,125 MW Dorjilung Hydroelectric Power Project for approximately Rs 1,572 crore. This significant public-private partnership, set to be Bhutan's second-largest hydropower project, will supply 80% of its clean energy to India. The project, scheduled for commissioning in September 2031, aims to bolster both domestic energy needs and cross-border clean energy flows....

India's UPI is set to connect with Europe's instant payment system, TIPS, a significant step towards cheaper and faster cross-border remittances. This collaboration between RBI and the European Central Bank aims to create a direct digital payment channel between India and the Euro Area, enhancing accessibility and transparency as per G20 goals. Technical integration is the next crucial phase....

The port processes 20 mln metric tons of goods but halted container handling seven years ago, Board Chairman of the group Sergey Shishkarev noted...

State-owned miner Codelco and Kutch Copper Ltd, a unit of Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's sprawling conglomerate, have struck a joint exploration and development deal in Chile, according to a person familiar with the matter....

The crash is the second recorded for the HAL Tejas, a key jet in India's efforts to modernise its air force fleet....

India's foreign exchange reserves saw a significant jump of over five billion dollars. This surge, ending November 14, pushed total reserves to nearly 700 billion dollars. The Reserve Bank of India reported that increased gold valuations were the primary driver. Foreign currency assets also saw a modest rise. This marks a strong recovery after a decline in the previous week....

Indian e-commerce platform Meesho Ltd., which plans to launch its initial public offering in the first half of December, is seeking a valuation of about 530 billion rupees ($6 billion), according to people familiar with the matter....

Indian Air Force Tejas fighter jet crashes during aerial display at Dubai Air Show, killing pilot before he could eject....

The Indian rupee experienced its sharpest single-day decline in over three months on Friday, falling past the 89-per-dollar mark for the first time. This significant drop occurred amidst a weak sentiment in both domestic and global equity markets. The currency's fall was influenced by global cues and a flat growth in the country's core infrastructure sectors....

An Indian-made Tejas fighter jet crashed during a flight demonstration at the Dubai Airshow on Friday afternoon, the Associated Press reported....

India is seeking to deepen collaboration with Israeli startups in areas like cybersecurity, medical devices, and mobility to bolster its innovation ecosystem. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal highlighted that technology-driven cooperation will be a key element of a proposed bilateral trade agreement, aiming to leverage Israel's frontier innovation and India's market scale....

The Indian rupee hit a fresh all-time low against the dollar, pressured by uncertainty around a potential US trade deal....

US sanctions on Russia's Rosneft and Lukoil, effective November 21, 2025, are impacting India's oil imports. Russian crude loadings for India have significantly dropped, forcing refiners to seek alternative sources. While direct procurement from sanctioned entities will cease, Russia's oil may continue to flow through less transparent channels, impacting global trade dynamics....