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DGMA directs shipping firms to avoid deploying Indian seafarers via Strait of Hormuz

IANS | July 16, 2026 10:29 AM

New Delhi, July 16 (IANS) The Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA) has directed ship owners, ship managers and Recruitment and Placement Service Licence (RPSL) companies to avoid deploying Indian seafarers on vessels undertaking voyages through the Strait of Hormuz until further orders, citing the heightened security situation in the Gulf region.

Sensex, Nifty trade higher led by consumer durables and IT stocks

IANS | July 16, 2026 9:51 AM

Mumbai, July 16 (IANS) Indian equity benchmark indices traded higher in the morning session on Thursday despite mixed global cues.

Govt hikes windfall duty on diesel, ATF exports

IANS | July 16, 2026 9:22 AM

New Delhi, July 16 (IANS) The Centre has raised windfall taxes on exports of diesel and aviation turbine fuel (ATF) while lowering the levy on petrol exports, as surging global oil prices driven by the escalating US-Iran conflict boosted refining margins, with the revised rates taking effect from Thursday.

India, EU to build future-ready partnerships that benefit businesses and citizens

IANS | July 16, 2026 9:15 AM

New Delhi, July 16 (IANS) The India-EU Trade and Technology Council (TTC) complements ongoing efforts towards an ambitious, balanced and mutually beneficial India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA), said Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal.

New IRCTC website goes live in Beta version with faster booking, cleaner interface

IANS | July 15, 2026 9:25 PM

New Delhi, July 15 (IANS) The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has launched the beta version of its revamped ticket booking website, marking the first major redesign of the platform in over two decades, the Ministry of Railways said on Wednesday.

India–UK CETA to boost exports, manufacturing and sectoral growth: Industry experts

IANS | July 15, 2026 9:05 PM

New Delhi, July 15 (IANS) The India–UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), which came into effect on Wednesday, is expected to significantly boost exports, manufacturing and bilateral trade across key sectors, with industry experts, government officials and exporters saying the pact will create new opportunities for Indian businesses and strengthen the country's global trade footprint.

India–UK CETA among the most aspirational trade pacts signed by India: Commerce Secretary

IANS | July 15, 2026 8:37 PM

New Delhi, July 15 (IANS) The India–UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) is one of the most comprehensive and aspirational trade agreements signed by India, bringing together two large and complementary economies while promising significant gains for labour-intensive sectors and agriculture, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal said on Wednesday.

Ganga riverfront six-lane corridor to boost connectivity in Kashi: PM Modi

IANS | July 15, 2026 7:59 PM

New Delhi, July 15 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said the Centre has approved the construction of a six-lane state-of-the-art corridor along the banks of the Ganga in Varanasi, describing it as a major infrastructure project that will improve connectivity to the city's key religious, educational and cultural landmarks while easing traffic congestion and accelerating economic growth in eastern Uttar Pradesh.

India’s electronics output surges sixfold in a decade over policy reforms: Report

IANS | July 15, 2026 7:12 PM

New Delhi, July 15 (IANS) India’s electronics manufacturing output rose nearly sixfold from Rs 1.9 lakh crore in FY15 to Rs 11.3 lakh crore in FY25, while exports climbed eightfold to about Rs 3.3 lakh crore, driven by government initiatives such as the PLI Scheme and the Make in India programme, a report said on Wednesday.

India-UK CETA marks beginning of stronger economic partnership: Deputy British High Commissioner

IANS | July 15, 2026 6:32 PM

New Delhi, July 15 (IANS) The India-United Kingdom Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) came into force on Wednesday, with officials and industry representatives hailing the pact as a major milestone that is expected to deepen economic ties, expand bilateral trade and create new opportunities for businesses in both countries.

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DGMA directs shipping firms to avoid deploying Indian seafarers via Strait of Hormuz

Sensex, Nifty trade higher led by consumer durables and IT stocks

Govt hikes windfall duty on diesel, ATF exports

India, EU to build future-ready partnerships that benefit businesses and citizens

New IRCTC website goes live in Beta version with faster booking, cleaner interface

India–UK CETA to boost exports, manufacturing and sectoral growth: Industry experts

India–UK CETA among the most aspirational trade pacts signed by India: Commerce Secretary

Ganga riverfront six-lane corridor to boost connectivity in Kashi: PM Modi

India’s electronics output surges sixfold in a decade over policy reforms: Report

India-UK CETA marks beginning of stronger economic partnership: Deputy British High Commissioner

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