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Paytm Gold extends delivery to 12,000+ pin codes ahead of Akshaya Tritiya, enables seamless conversion of digital gold to physical gold

IANS | April 17, 2026 8:21 PM

New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) Paytm (One 97 Communications Limited), India’s full stack merchant payments leader serving MSMEs and enterprises, and a leading financial services distribution company, and the pioneer of mobile payments, QR codes, and Soundbox, on Friday announced that its Paytm Gold offering has extended doorstep delivery of physical gold across more than 12,000 pin codes, enabling easy conversion of digital gold balance into 24-karat gold coins, making it easier to buy and receive gold across the country.

Pakistan’s policy uncertainty is dragging down economy

IANS | April 17, 2026 8:12 PM

New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) As deliberations on the upcoming budget gather pace, Pakistan Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb’s recent engagement with trade bodies and the business community has thrown up a set of entrenched concerns that continue to weigh on economic activity, according to an editorial in the Karachi-based Business Recorder newspaper.

'China's unemployment far worse than figures show'

IANS | April 17, 2026 8:07 PM

New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) China’s latest unemployment figures have drawn renewed scrutiny, as official data point to a modest rise in joblessness, while analysts are of the view that the situation is far worse, according to a media article.

MHADA unveils Motilal Nagar redevelopment master plan, targets completion in 7 years

IANS | April 17, 2026 7:38 PM

New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) The Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) on Friday unveiled the master plan for the redevelopment of Motilal Nagar 1, 2, and 3 in Goregaon West, marking a major milestone in what is being described as India’s largest urban redevelopment project.

India, Norway review trade growth, explore investment opportunities

IANS | April 17, 2026 7:09 PM

New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) India and Norway on Friday reviewed the global and domestic economic outlook, noting the need for resilient supply chains, energy security, climate transition, and stronger trade and investment linkages in a period of geopolitical uncertainty.

India building robust, technology-driven animal health ecosystem

IANS | April 17, 2026 7:01 PM

New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) The government on Friday highlighted India’s progress in building a robust, technology-driven animal health ecosystem under the One Health framework.

India’s forex reserves rise $3.82 billion to $700.9 billion: RBI

IANS | April 17, 2026 6:06 PM

New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) India’s foreign exchange reserves increased by $3.825 billion to reach $700.946 billion for the week ended April 10, according to the latest data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday.

West Asia conflict exposes deepening strains, imbalances and vulnerability of dependent economies

R K Raina | April 17, 2026 5:59 PM

New Delhi: The current stand-off between the United States and Iran has moved beyond a conventional strategic contest. It reflects a structural deadlock where both sides are holding positions that cannot be sustained for long. The United States continues to rely on financial restrictions, control over international channels, and pressure through sanctions. Iran has responded with refusal to renegotiate on nuclear conditions and by strengthening its reliance on geographical leverage, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz.

India emerging as global AI hub for retail, CPG sectors: Report

IANS | April 17, 2026 5:35 PM

New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) India is rapidly emerging as a global nerve centre for artificial intelligence (AI) in the retail and consumer packaged goods (CPG) sectors, driven by the growing scale and strategic evolution of Global Capability Centres (GCCs), according to a report.

Natural farming boosts productivity, incomes by 30 pc in Andhra Pradesh: Report

IANS | April 17, 2026 5:31 PM

New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) A project run by government and UN Environment Programme (UNEP) promoting natural farming in Andhra Pradesh caused at least 30 per cent increase in productivity and farmer incomes, a new report has said.

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Paytm Gold extends delivery to 12,000+ pin codes ahead of Akshaya Tritiya, enables seamless conversion of digital gold to physical gold

Pakistan’s policy uncertainty is dragging down economy

'China's unemployment far worse than figures show'

MHADA unveils Motilal Nagar redevelopment master plan, targets completion in 7 years

India, Norway review trade growth, explore investment opportunities

India building robust, technology-driven animal health ecosystem

India’s forex reserves rise $3.82 billion to $700.9 billion: RBI

West Asia conflict exposes deepening strains, imbalances and vulnerability of dependent economies

India emerging as global AI hub for retail, CPG sectors: Report

Natural farming boosts productivity, incomes by 30 pc in Andhra Pradesh: Report

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