India-EU FTA: Stainless steel body seeks safeguards for domestic industry

The Indian Stainless Steel Development Association (ISSDA) on Wednesday described the India–European Union free trade agreement as a significant step in India’s global trade engagement, while cautioning that adequate safeguards will be needed to protect domestic stainless steel producers, PTI reported.India and the EU announced the conclusion of negotiations for the FTA earlier this week….

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Popstar in MAGAland who refuses to be a star

That a colossally popular Puerto Rican musician, Bad Bunny, who refuses to sing in English and is disliked by the right wing, won Grammy’s top prize tells you as much about him as his country At the Grammys this year, Bad Bunny did something rather unfashionable by pop-star standards. He stayed seated. For a few…

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Redefine affordable housing parameters, banks tell govt; ‘rising ticket sizes, interest costs need to be considered’

MUMBAI: Banks have asked govt to review the definition of affordable housing by revising property value and size thresholds to reflect inflation and changing requirements, as rising ticket sizes and interest costs render existing limits less relevant.“We are the market leaders in housing finance and our home loan portfolio has grown by 13.7%. Our average…

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These planets are said to bring sudden luck and transformation |

In astrological practice, fortuitous events, unexpected benefits, and life-altering experiences are often attributed to specific planetary influences. Astrologers suggest that these “miracle moments” usually appear without warning, exemplified by the attainment of a long-desired goal, an unforeseen opportunity, or a substantial turnaround after a period of difficulty. While astrology does not promise definitive results, certain…

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Bengaluru Apartments Turn Into Party Hubs To Ring In New Year | Bengaluru News

WARM MEMORIES: Abhijeet Makhijani of Raintree Boulevard (left) with family and friends at a house party. The countdown to New Year’s Eve has begun and the city’s apartment complexes are glowing with festive lights, ready for vibrant celebrations. Apartment communities across Bengaluru are organising cultural shows, DJ nights, and intimate house parties, turning concrete blocks…

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