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‘Starlink was last to apply, meet security requirements’: Govt defends satcom licensing process

India welcomes Starlink, Jio and OneWeb, says govt (AP photo) NEW DELHI: India welcomes all players in the satellite communications sector, with consumers ultimately deciding which service they want to choose, govt sources told news agency ANI.“Customer is the king,” an official told ANI, adding that consumers would make their choice based on pricing, value…

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Gold buying on Dhanteras, Diwali: What should your ideal portfolio look like & what can you buy if not gold?

Physical gold can involve significant upfront costs. Jewellery making charges can be particularly high. (Image for representative purpose only) Are you planning to buy gold on Dhanteras or Diwali this year? Buying precious metals such as gold and silver is seen to be auspicious during the festive season, but experts caution that investment decisions should…

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Pakistan’s external debt nearly doubles to $135 billion in 10 years, China biggest lender

Pakistan’s external debt doubles Pakistan’s external borrowing has nearly doubled in the last 10 years, reaching $135.1 billion in 2025, with China accounting for the largest share of the country’s outstanding debt among individual creditors.The increase comes as borrowing by developing economies also accelerated, taking the external debt of low- and middle-income countries to a…

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Dhanteras shopping spree may cross Rs 1 lakh crore: What are buyers purchasing this festive season

Dhanteras shopping to cross Rs 1 lakh crore NEW DELHI: From lightweight gold jewellery to silver coins and traditional decorative items, Dhanteras shopping is seeing demand across categories despite precious metal prices remaining significantly higher than last year.Business during the festival is expected to exceed Rs 1 lakh crore nationwide on Friday, with gold and…

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Gold Prices Today: Gold price today on Dhanteras: Prices fall sharply; check 24K, 22K city-wise rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Pune and more

Gold prices declined sharply in futures trade on Friday amid weak spot demand, with retail rates also falling across major Indian cities.Prices of 24K, 22K and 18K also gold recorded declines.On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold contracts for December delivery fell by Rs 2,178, or 1.51 per cent, to Rs 1,41,917 per 10 grams…

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Gold price on Dhanteras: 60% return in 2025, 13% in 2026 – what’s the outlook for yellow metal for the next year?

What do historical returns on gold suggest and what’s the outlook for the next Samvat? Gold and silver have entered the Diwali 2026 season after an extraordinary 10 months, and this journey has been significantly more volatile than 2025.Buying gold on Dhanteras is considered auspicious in many traditions. But the festive season comes at a…

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Diwali bank holidays: Will banks remain closed for Dhanteras, Diwali and other festivals – Check state-wise list

NEW DELHI: Banks across several states in India will remain closed on multiple days in November 2026 as Diwali celebrations and related regional festivals bring a series of holidays. The closures will be observed on November 9, 10 and 11, depending on the state and the festival being celebrated.Known as the festival of lights, Diwali…

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