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Gold, silver edge higher on hopes of West Asia de-escalation

Apr 16, 2026

Mumbai, April 16 (IANS) Gold and silver prices rose on Thursday even after US President Donald Trump's remarks on easing geopolitical tensions and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz.On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures (June 5 contract) climbed as much as 0.67 per cent or Rs 1,042 to hit an intraday high of Rs 1,54,990 by 10.57…

Sundar Pichai, Ranbir Kapoor, Vikas Khanna shine in TIME’s ‘100 Most Influential People…

Apr 16, 2026

New Delhi, April 16 (IANS) Google CEO Sundar Pichai, Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor and celebrity chef Vikas Khanna have been featured in TIME magazine’s latest list of the '100 Most Influential People of 2026'.This year’s edition highlights…

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Govt to launch 15th round of commercial coal mine auctions on Friday

Apr 16, 2026

New Delhi, April 16 (IANS) In a bid to support India’s growing energy needs and advancing the vision of a self-reliant nation, the Coal Ministry is set to organise a 15th round of commercial coal mine auctions and stakeholder consultation…

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Sensex, Nifty open higher as geopolitical tensions ease

Apr 16, 2026

Mumbai, April 16 (IANS) The Indian stock markets opened on a higher note on Thursday, with the equity benchmarks mirroring global cues amid hopes of easing geopolitical tensions between Washington and Tehran.Sensex opened 566 points or 0.73…

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Mark Mobius was always bullish on India’s economy with young population, robust consumer growth

Apr 16, 2026

New Delhi, April 16 (IANS) Ace investor Dr Mark Mobius, who died at the age of 89, was always bullish on India and its economy, stressing that the country will stay on the path to becoming the third-largest economy in the near…

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Rajasthan Petro Zone to boost industrial growth

Apr 15, 2026

Jaipur, April 15 (IANS) Chief Secretary V. Srinivas on Wednesday emphasised the need to develop a strong industrial ecosystem linking the refinery with downstream industries to accelerate Rajasthan’s industrial growth. He directed…

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India’s growth strong but risks rising: CEA Nageswaran

Apr 15, 2026

Washington, April 15 (IANS) India’s economic growth remains robust, but rising global uncertainties could weigh on the outlook in the coming months, Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) V. Anantha Nageswaran said on Wednesday. Speaking at the…

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Gulf risks may hit India remittances: CEA Nageswaran

Apr 15, 2026

Washington, April 15 (IANS) India’s remittance inflows could come under pressure if economic disruption persists in the Gulf region, with potential losses estimated at up to $10 billion, Chief Economic Advisor V. Anantha Nageswaran said on…

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Pakistan in dire straits as lenders ask for loan repayments

Apr 15, 2026

New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) Debt-ridden Pakistan is under pressure to repay its huge loans taken from the Gulf countries, who are losing patience over the inordinate delay, with the UAE refusing to rollover the $3 billion payment that is now…

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India’s labour force participation rate stays steady in March

Apr 15, 2026

New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) India's overall labour force participation rate (LFPR) of people aged 15 years and above, which is an indicator of employment, remained steady at 55.4 per cent in March this year compared to 55.9 per cent in…

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