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TRAI launches connectivity rating platform to empower consumers with credible information

IANS | September 25, 2026 5:08 PM

New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Friday launched the Digital Connectivity Rating (DCR) Platform to provide visibility of rating of properties to the consumers and facilitate the end-to-end process for rating the digital connectivity of properties, along with a mobile app for testing digital connectivity.

Bangladesh’s inflation crisis due to deeper structural weaknesses rather than supply shortages

IANS | September 25, 2026 4:59 PM

New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) Bangladesh’s persistent high inflation reflects deeper structural weaknesses in the economy and faulty policymaking, rather than just volatility in global markets or temporary supply shortages, a new report has said.

India, France double down on power sector cooperation

IANS | September 25, 2026 4:47 PM

New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) India and France discussed deployment of EPR technology, India's regulatory reforms for the nuclear sector, cooperation on pumped hydro storage projects, and the way forward for a robust, mutually beneficial partnership, an official statement said on Friday.

Nepal aims to turn proximity with India into production: Foreign Minister Khanal

IANS | September 25, 2026 4:09 PM

Kathmandu, Sep 25 (IANS) Nepal’s Foreign Minister Sishir Khanal said Nepal’s engagement with India would focus on converting geographical proximity into production and structured economic interdependence, as he outlined the country’s vision of a multi-engagement strategy with India, China and the broader global community.

Sensex, Nifty post notable gains over easing crude prices, hopes of phased US-Iran pact

IANS | September 25, 2026 3:56 PM

Mumbai, Sep 25 (IANS) The Indian equity markets posted notable gains on Friday over easing crude prices and a phased US-Iran agreement.

GST Council not likely to go in for rate changes in Oct 7 meeting

IANS | September 25, 2026 3:51 PM

New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) No major GST rate changes are expected at the next GST Council meeting on October 7, with the panel likely to focus instead on "process reforms" and the implementation of the recently undertaken rate rationalisation, according to Finance Ministry sources.

Govt signs pact with Agnikul Cosmos for Rs 200 crore support to develop reusable launch vehicle

IANS | September 25, 2026 3:40 PM

New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) The government on Friday said it has signed an agreement with Agnikul Cosmos for Rs 200 crore financial support under the Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Fund, as the country moves towards building a new generation of indigenous and reusable space transportation systems.

Suzuki Motor to expand India capacity, raise factory productivity by 50 pc

IANS | September 25, 2026 3:12 PM

New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) Japanese automaker Suzuki Motor on Friday said it aims to halve vehicle development times by 2030 and boost production capacity in India as part of a push to speed new model launches and strengthen its global manufacturing footprint.

Industry needs to remain globally competitive to attract foreign capital: CEA Nageswaran

IANS | September 25, 2026 3:00 PM

New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) Chief Economic Adviser (CEA) V. Anantha Nageswaran on Friday hailed India’s ability to attract foreign capital with its broader manufacturing and overall reforms, stressing that the most important thing for the industry is global competitiveness.

NTWB board reviews measures for trader welfare, ease of doing biz

IANS | September 25, 2026 2:58 PM

New Delhi, Sep 25 (IANS) Commerce Ministry on Friday said the National Traders’ Welfare Board (NTWB) discussed GST-related matters, including rationalisation, refund delays, lengthy audits, amnesty schemes, ITC anomalies and resolution of pending appeals.

Business

TRAI launches connectivity rating platform to empower consumers with credible information

Bangladesh’s inflation crisis due to deeper structural weaknesses rather than supply shortages

India, France double down on power sector cooperation

Nepal aims to turn proximity with India into production: Foreign Minister Khanal

Sensex, Nifty post notable gains over easing crude prices, hopes of phased US-Iran pact

GST Council not likely to go in for rate changes in Oct 7 meeting

Govt signs pact with Agnikul Cosmos for Rs 200 crore support to develop reusable launch vehicle

Suzuki Motor to expand India capacity, raise factory productivity by 50 pc

Industry needs to remain globally competitive to attract foreign capital: CEA Nageswaran

NTWB board reviews measures for trader welfare, ease of doing biz

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