‘A deal is a deal’: EU chief pushes back as Trump threatens 100% tariffs over Greenland; calls punitive measures a ‘mistake’

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen on Tuesday warned the United States against imposing punitive tariffs on European allies over Greenland, calling such a move a “mistake” and cautioning that it could damage long-standing partnerships.Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, von der Leyen said, “The proposed…

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Silver prices soar! White metal adds over Rs 85,000 so far in 2026; is it the right time to buy?

Silver made a stellar debut in 2026, soaring over 35%, or nearly Rs 85,000 per kg, investors rush towards the precious metal amid tightening supplies and escalating geopolitical tensions involving the US, Iran and Greenland. The white metal’s momentum further strengthened after MCX silver futures decisively crossed the Rs 3 lakh per kg milestone. During…

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Salesforce targets last-mile challenge in enterprise AI adoption

BENGALURU: Salesforce is sharpening its AI strategy by rethinking how large language models (LLMs) are deployed within enterprise software, as organisations struggle to move generative AI from pilot projects to reliable, production-ready systems.Srini Tallapragada, president and chief engineering and customer success officer at Salesforce, told TOI that the past two years have revealed a widening…

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Budget 2026: Why standard deduction should be hiked under the new income tax regime – explained

The standard deduction limit varies depending on the tax regime that salaried taxpayers opt for. (AI image) Budget 2026 income tax expectations: Standard deduction is seen as a much needed relief for taxpayers – it’s a simple, straightforward deduction from your gross income – a fixed amount that allows salaried taxpayers and pensioners to reduce…

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Silver & gold price today: Gold nears Rs 1.5 lakh mark, silver surges – what’s fueling the rally?

Gold and silver prices surged to fresh record highs on Tuesday, extending gains from the previous session as renewed fears of a potential US–EU trade war drove investors towards safe-haven assets. The rally followed tariff threats by US President Donald Trump linked to opposition from European countries over his Greenland move, which has heightened global…

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