India-US Trade Talks: Tariffs, Oil, and Political Fallout
Live updates on India-US trade deal negotiations, including discussions on tariff reductions, Russian oil imports, and reactions from political parties like Congress, TMC, AAP, and DMK.
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India-US Trade Deal: Tariffs Cut to 18%, $500B Purchase Agreement
The US has lowered tariffs on India to 18% from 50% under a new trade deal. India agrees to stop buying Russian oil, purchase $500 billion in US goods, and address key American demands in energy and agriculture sectors.
ORERA to Visit Neighbouring States for Best Practices
Odisha Real Estate Regulatory Authority (ORERA) will conduct exposure visits to Chhattisgarh, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana to learn best practices for timely registration certificate issuance. The authority also plans weekly meetings and technical improv
Gold, Silver Prices Crash in Historic Metals Market Selloff
Gold and silver prices experienced their largest daily losses in over 40 years, with silver futures crashing 31% and gold dropping 11%. The selloff was triggered by Federal Reserve nomination news and fueled by speculative trading, particularly from China
India-US Trade Deal: Export Diversification & Sectoral Impact
India's exports diversified after US tariffs, with gems, auto parts finding new markets, while cotton garments, sports goods struggled. Trade talks with Canada, Israel revived.
Latent View Q3 Revenue Up 22%, Profit Rises 18.6%
Chennai-based Latent View Analytics reports robust Q3 performance with revenue reaching ₹278 crore, up 22% YoY, driven by financial services and technology segments. Profit after tax grows 18.6% to ₹50 crore.
EV Registrations Cross 2 Lakh in Jan 2026, Fourth Month in Row
India's electric vehicle industry begins 2026 strongly with total battery-electric vehicle registrations exceeding 2 lakh units in January. This marks the fourth consecutive month above this threshold despite lower GST rates on ICE vehicles.
PE-VC Investments Drop 62.5% to $1.5B in Jan 2026
India's private equity-venture capital sector saw investments fall sharply to $1.5 billion in January 2026, a 62.5% decline from $4 billion in the same month last year, with 104 deals recorded.
Vingroup to Build Amusement Parks in Tamil Nadu
Vietnam's Vingroup is expanding beyond EVs in India, planning amusement parks and resorts in Tamil Nadu with investments over ₹1,000 crore, following recent MoUs with state governments.
Individual Taxpayers Top Political Donation Deductions at Rs 1,995 Crore
Individual and HUF taxpayers claimed the highest tax benefits of Rs 1,995.04 crore for political donations in FY 2024-25, surpassing corporates. Total revenue impact projected at Rs 3,126.12 crore.
India's Rare Earth Producer Gets Modest Capex Hike
India's sole rare earth producer IREL receives only 1.4% capex increase to ₹140 crore in FY27 budget, raising concerns about under-investment as China tightens exports and domestic demand surges.
IndiGo Hires Nik Laming to Head Loyalty Programme
IndiGo appoints Singapore-based loyalty expert Nik Laming to lead its BluChip frequent-flyer programme, aiming to attract high-value international travellers as it transitions from a low-cost carrier to a full-service airline.
Indian Stocks Rally Post-Budget; 6 Short-Term Picks Recommended
Indian stock markets surged despite STT hike in Budget 2026. Sensex gained 944 points, Nifty closed at 25,088.40. Experts recommend 6 stocks for 1-2 week investment horizon with technical analysis.
Foreign Outflows Show Currency Concerns, Not Weak India: AMC
Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC's Harish Krishnan explains why foreign outflows signal currency worries rather than negative India fundamentals, highlighting rupee depreciation benefits for dollar-linked revenues.
India-US Trade Deal: Tariff Cut to 18% Revives China+1 Strategy
India-US trade deal slashes reciprocal tariffs from 50% to 18%, removing uncertainty for global investors. CEA says China+1 strategy back in play, rupee expected to bounce back strongly.
FAST-DS Scheme: ₹1 Lakh Penalty for Foreign ESOPs
Budget 2026 introduces a one-time disclosure scheme for foreign assets. Taxpayers with undisclosed ESOPs can settle with a ₹1 lakh penalty under Category B, avoiding harsher penalties under the Black Money Act.
Bertie's Budget Sunday: Market Rituals vs Home Routines
A Mumbai fund manager breaks his Sunday routine for Union Budget analysis, finding unexpected satisfaction in stability and credible numbers despite initial disappointment.
India's Charter Aviation Growth Raises Safety Concerns
India's charter aviation sector is expanding rapidly, connecting smaller towns and airports, but faces significant safety compliance issues with uneven standards across operators.
Sergio Gor Hails US-India Trade Pact as Historic Breakthrough
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor celebrates the landmark US-India trade agreement that slashes tariffs to 18% and commits India to $500 billion in American energy and technology purchases.
Raja Venkatraman's Top Stock Recommendations for February 3
Market expert Raja Venkatraman from NeoTrader recommends three stocks to buy on February 3 with detailed analysis of Gland Pharma, Symphony, and National Aluminium Company.
Nagpur Fire Incident Spotlights Imminent CBG Plant Launch
A minor fire at Nagpur's Bhandewadi dumping site has drawn attention to the city's upcoming garbage-to-CBG project, set to become Asia's largest such facility and revolutionize waste management.
Punjab Restarts FRK Empanelment Mid-Season, Trade Worried
Punjab State Grains Procurement Corporation reissues RFP for fortified rice kernel manufacturers mid-kharif season, creating uncertainty for rice millers and raising contract law questions.
SpaceX Buys xAI in Record $250B Deal Before Mega IPO
Elon Musk's SpaceX acquires artificial intelligence startup xAI in a landmark $250 billion deal, creating a combined entity valued at $1 trillion ahead of a massive $1.5 trillion IPO.
Valsad Construction Mishap: Scaffolding Falls Near Road
A portion of scaffolding fell 19 meters from an under-construction water tank in Valsad's Kalyan Baug area, landing dangerously close to a public road. No casualties were reported in the incident involving a Rs 54 lakh tank.
Maharashtra Grape Harvest Drops 40-45% Due to Extended Monsoon
Maharashtra's grape harvest faces severe decline with output down 40-45% in key belts due to prolonged rainfall disrupting vine development. Nashik, Pune, Sangli, and Solapur regions affected.
Budget 2026: No Direct Tax Relief for Individuals, Says Expert
International tax expert Mukesh Patel criticizes Union Budget 2026 for lacking direct tax relief for individual taxpayers, calling it a 'local shuttle' despite Viksit Bharat vision.
Growth Priority, More PSU Divestment: FM Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasizes growth as priority, outlines fiscal consolidation path, and reveals plans for increased PSU divestment and asset monetization in post-Budget briefing.
Surat Metro: 6 Buildings Evacuated During Tunneling
Six vulnerable buildings in Surat's Chowk Bazaar area evacuated due to metro tunneling work. Residents relocated to hotels as precautionary measure by GMRC.
BDA Raises Rs 2,097 Crore from Bengaluru Land Auction
Bangalore Development Authority auctions 52-acre commercial plot in Konadasapura for Rs 2,097 crore, marking a strategic shift from residential to commercial land dealings.
India-US Trade Deal Finalized, Tariff Cuts Announced
The long-awaited India-US trade deal has been finalized, with President Trump announcing tariff reductions. Experts predict a stock market surge, with Nifty 50 potentially breaking 25,500. Key sectors like pharma, auto, IT, and textiles are expected to be
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