Pakistan’s claimed economic recovery is turning its back on the people who need it most, according to a new World Bank report. While the government celebrates growth under the IMF programme and stock markets hit record highs, the reality is quite grim for millions of citizens who continue to struggle with poverty and inequality, The […]
‘Big measures’: US plans $10 billion aid to support farmers; ‘give some tariff money to farmers’
The Trump administration is reportedly planning to unveil a financial aid package to support American farmers who are hit hard by China’s boycott of US soybean.The package could cost more than $10 billion, though discussions involving both treasury and agriculture departments are still in the early stages, according to a source cited by CBS. Top […]
Shopping for Diwali? 5 credit cards offering best cashback, rewards and discounts in festive season; which one is for you
Missed the big online sales for your favourite festive buys? Don’t worry, the offers haven’t ended yet!Experts expect another wave of discounts, cashbacks, and easy EMI options as the festival of lights draws closer.September to November is the busiest time for India’s leading e-commerce platforms. Online marketplaces aim to grab maximum attention, while banks compete […]
Office real estate sees recovery: Q3 investments surge 27% to $0.8 billion; domestic capital drives renewed market confidence
Institutional investments in India’s office real estate demonstrated strong recovery in 2025, indicating restored confidence despite complex global economic conditions. Office asset investments increased by 27% year-on-year in Q3, reaching $0.8 billion and representing over 60% of quarterly inflows, as reported by Colliers India.This recovery contributed significantly to total institutional real estate investments in India, […]
Gold rush! Despite gold prices at record high, central banks add yellow metal to forex portfolio; but RBI isn’t buying as much as last year
Data from the World Gold Council revealed that global central banks made net additions of 15 tonnes to their gold reserves in August. (AI image) Gold prices are hitting new lifetime highs every week, but the rally is not deterring central banks around the world from stacking up gold to diversify foreign exchange reserves away […]
India, Brazil push for trade boost: Preferential trade agreement talks focus on market access; pharma and banking collaboration in focus
India and Brazil engaged in talks regarding the expansion of a preferential trade agreement, addressing market accessibility and potential collaboration in pharmaceutical and banking domains, according to an official statement, released on Tuesday, quoted by PTI.The India-Brazil Trade Monitoring Mechanism (TMM) meeting, held locally, facilitated these discussions. The agenda encompassed bilateral trade and investment relationships, […]
More Indians travel solo this festive season, Atlys data shows
BENGALURU: Indian travellers are redefining the festive season, with solo trips and millennials leading the way. Visa platform Atlys said it processed around 15,000 visa applications for the travels in the month of October 2025, with 71.5% meant for solo travellers, signalling a shift from India’s family-centric holiday traditions. Millennials made up 53.5% of applicants, […]
Bumper harvest: Auto retails surge 34% in Navratri period on GST cuts
NEW DELHI: Auto retails surged by a strong 34% to a record 11.6 lakh units in the auspicious Navratri period as GST cuts – that came into effect from September 22 – as well as start of the festive season in north boosted demand. The same was 8.6 lakh units in the nine-day Navratri period […]
Gold prices hit record $4,000 in NY: Safe-haven demand rises amid US government shutdown; silver also hits 60% gain
AI image used for representative purposes Gold futures have exceeded $4,000 per troy ounce in an unprecedented surge, as investors seek secure financial holdings amid the ongoing US government shutdown.Gold futures in New York surpassed $4,000 on Tuesday morning, establishing a new record, as reported by Associated Press. The New York spot gold had previously […]
Payday might get brighter next year! India to see 9% salary hike in 2026, finds survey; real estate, NBFCs to lead surge
India is projected to witness a 9 per cent salary increase in 2026, reflecting sustained economic resilience driven by stable consumption, investments, and supportive policy measures, according to Aon’s Annual Salary Increase and Turnover Survey 2025–26 India, released on Tuesday.The anticipated rise marks a marginal uptick from the 8.9 per cent hike recorded in 2025, […]