- Amid fears of AI-induced job losses, Anand Mahindra warns about ‘far bigger crisis’ hitting the world November 17, 2025In a post on X, Anand Mahindra said that while people are busy worrying about AI wiping out white-collar jobs, we are missing a far bigger crisis — the lack of skilled trades.
- Ex-Union secretary seeks SC-monitored probe into alleged bank fraud by RCOM, Anil Ambani November 17, 2025The PIL, filed by former Union secretary Emani Anantha Satyanarayana Sarma (EAS Sarma), alleges that RCOM, Reliance Infratel, and Reliance Telecom diverted ₹31,580 crore in bank loans.
- India-made 40nm chip to power smart meters by June November 17, 2025Cyient and the startup it backs, Azimuth, will start supplying India-patented chips to clients starting June 2026. They will hope to sell similar custom chips across industries such as power, space and energy storage.
- Sahara-Adani property deal faces delay as govt seeks time in Supreme Court November 17, 2025Sahara India seeks Supreme Court approval to sell 88 properties to pay off debts. The Centre asked for more time to respond, leading to a six-week adjournment. The apex court also addressed employee claims for pending salaries, with discussions on asset disclosure ongoing.
- Coal India arm BCCL needs to fill vacant posts of independent directors expeditiously to fast-track listing November 17, 2025Coal India arm BCCL needs to fill vacant posts of independent directors expeditiously to fast-track listing
- Refunds delay: CBDT Chairman says I-T dept analysing wrongful claims; payouts likely by Dec November 17, 2025The Income-Tax Department is analyzing wrongful deductions claimed in high-value refund cases, leading to delays. Legitimate payouts are expected by December, with low-value refunds already being released. The department is also working to reduce direct tax litigation, having disposed of over 40% more appeals this year compared to last.
- First phase of India-US trade deal nearing closure; to address tariff issues: Official November 17, 2025India and the United States are close to finalizing the first phase of a bilateral trade agreement. This crucial deal aims to resolve significant tariff issues, including the hefty 50 percent tariffs imposed by the Trump administration on Indian goods. It also addresses America's market access concerns.
- India's unemployment rate remains unchanged at 5.2% in October, urban jobs see moderate rise November 17, 2025India's unemployment rate held steady at 5.2% in October 2025, with a slight dip in rural joblessness. Urban unemployment, however, saw an increase. Female unemployment marginally decreased, primarily due to a reduction in rural areas, while male unemployment remained stable overall.
- Oil gets lift from India, China buying as global glut looms November 17, 2025Despite global oil market concerns about a glut, China and India's increased buying, driven by US sanctions on Russian energy, has supported Middle Eastern crude. This demand has absorbed previously unsold shipments, preventing a significant overhang and helping the region's market retain strength relative to others.
- India-US trade deal's first phase close to being finalised November 17, 2025Progress is being made on the US-India trade deal as the first phase, addressing tariffs, is nearing completion. This agreement aims to boost trade significantly. India expects the pact to be finalized soon. Discussions are ongoing regarding reciprocal duties and US market access concerns. The deal seeks to increase bilateral trade to USD 500 billion by 2030 […]
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