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Foreign investors withdrew Rs 34,993 crore (approximately $4 billion) from Indian equity markets in August, representing the most significant divestment in six months. This substantial withdrawal was influenced by US tariffs on Indian exports and high domestic valuations.The outflow was significantly higher than July’s figure of Rs 17,741 crore. Foreign Portfolio Investors’ (FPIs) total equity…

The specialty fertiliser sector in India could potentially face new supply disruptions as China plans to reenforce export curbs starting October, with potential price increases affecting farmers, according to a senior industry representative.Chinese specialty fertiliser exports have temporarily resumed, offering momentary respite. However, this relief period will conclude as Beijing intends to strengthen export supervision…

India mulls measures to protect exporters after US tariffs (AI image) The government is preparing measures to cushion industries and workers from the fallout of the United States’ steep tariff increase on exports, according to Economic Affairs Secretary Anuradha Thakur. “There are certain employment-heavy sectors which do have exposure to the US and to that…

Indian shrimp exports are expected to decline by 15-18 per cent this fiscal year after a steep hike in US import tariffs, according to a Crisil Ratings report. The increase, which took effect on August 27, has raised the overall duty burden on Indian shrimp entering the US to 58.26 per cent. The ratings agency…

Bank Holidays September 2025: For those looking to avail banking services on specific days in the upcoming month, it is important to note that several bank holidays could lead to extended weekends in some states. Planning ahead for your financial and branch-related work is advisable to avoid any inconvenience. All banks across India — both…

Eight of the top-10 highest valued companies saw their combined market value decrease by Rs 2,24,630.45 crore in the previous week, with Reliance Industries and HDFC Bank experiencing the largest declines, following the negative trend in equities.The BSE benchmark index declined by 1,497.2 points, or 1.84 per cent last week.Among the top-10 companies, eight firms…

India stops postal shipments to US (Representative AI image) India’s postal department has suspended all mail bookings to the United States, following new US governmental regulations that alter the protocol for incoming shipments.The official communication indicated that postal services, including letters, documents and gifts valued up to $100 destined for the US, will not be…

Donald Trump (File photo) President Donald Trump marked Labor Day weekend by spotlighting what the White House described as “nearly $10 trillion” in new investments aimed at American workers, part of what officials are calling a “Golden Age of Prosperity.” “President Trump believes that American workers are the heart and soul of our economy, which…

China’s industrial production showed a slight improvement in August but remained in contraction for the fifth consecutive month, as per official figures released on Sunday, while trade negotiations with the United States persist before a new November tariff implementation.The Purchasing Managers’ Index, a crucial industrial output indicator, reached 49.4, according to the National Bureau of…

The mentha oil sector in Rampur is experiencing severe difficulties, with exporters warning of substantial financial losses due to the US’s 50 per cent import tariff on Indian goods. The situation is endangering the financial stability of numerous agricultural workers and labourers, according to PTI reports. Mentha oil serves as a crucial aromatic ingredient in…