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Experts examine WTO verdict on cross-border subsidies, flag policy challenges

IANS | April 19, 2026 4:33 PM

New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) The legal and policy implications of the WTO Panel Report on transnational subsidies, particularly under the Agreement on Subsidies and Countervailing Measures, came under sharp focus during a panel discussion held in the national capital on Sunday, as experts examined its impact on global trade rules and evolving industrial policies.

Top 8 firms add Rs 1.87 lakh crore in market value last week

IANS | April 19, 2026 3:55 PM

New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) The combined market valuation of eight of India’s top 10 most valued companies surged by Rs 1.87 lakh crore in a holiday-shortened week.

India closer to expanding its nuclear fuel base: Report

IANS | April 19, 2026 3:46 PM

New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) India may be closer than ever to achieving long-term nuclear self-reliance, following a key milestone in its ambitious three-stage nuclear programme, according to an article.

India brings AI services to villages with unique DPI: Report

IANS | April 19, 2026 3:39 PM

New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) India is pairing artificial intelligence with digital public infrastructure, local‑language systems and governance safeguards helping farmers, women and village institutions can use AI directly rather than through urban intermediaries, a report has said.

Gautam Adani offers prayers at Taranga Jain Temple on Akshaya Tritiya

IANS | April 19, 2026 3:26 PM

Mehsana, April 19 (IANS) Gautam Adani, the Chairman of the Adani Group, and his wife Dr. Priti Adani visited the Shri Ajitnath Bhagwan Shwetamber Jain Derasar in Gujarat’s Taranga hills on Sunday, offering prayers on the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Tritiya.

India targets 100 GW nuclear power capacity by 2047: CEA Chief Ghanshyam Prasad

IANS | April 19, 2026 2:33 PM

New Delhi, April 18 (IANS) India is aiming to scale up its nuclear power capacity more than tenfold -- from the current 8.8 gigawatts (GW) to 100 GW by 2047 -- as part of its long-term energy transition strategy, Ghanshyam Prasad, Chairperson of the Central Electricity Authority (CEA), has said.

Time to reduce dependency on China for critical minerals: G7

IANS | April 19, 2026 2:11 PM

New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) With an aim to reduce dependency on China for critical minerals, Group of Seven (G7) countries have agreed to step up cooperation with resource-rich countries and multilateral development banks, according to reports.

IBC has transformed failure resolution, boosted asset value recovery: PHDCCI Vice President

IANS | April 19, 2026 2:03 PM

New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) has fundamentally changed how business failures are handled in India by enabling timely resolution and restoring asset value, Sanjay Singhania, Vice President of PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) said on Sunday.

Investor wealth erodes as 7 penny stocks sink up to 70 pc in 2026

IANS | April 19, 2026 1:32 PM

Mumbai, April 19 (IANS) As many investors chase quick gains in low-priced shares, at least 7 penny stocks have emerged as major losers in calendar year 2026 so far, plunging between 40 per cent and 70 per cent amid high volatility and weak fundamentals.

CII bats for industrial land reforms to boost India’s manufacturing growth

IANS | April 19, 2026 12:15 PM

New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) Efficient and transparent access to industrial land is critical for accelerating investments, reducing project gestation periods, and positioning India as a competitive global manufacturing hub, a Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) report said on Sunday.

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Experts examine WTO verdict on cross-border subsidies, flag policy challenges

Top 8 firms add Rs 1.87 lakh crore in market value last week

India closer to expanding its nuclear fuel base: Report

India brings AI services to villages with unique DPI: Report

Gautam Adani offers prayers at Taranga Jain Temple on Akshaya Tritiya

India targets 100 GW nuclear power capacity by 2047: CEA Chief Ghanshyam Prasad

Time to reduce dependency on China for critical minerals: G7

IBC has transformed failure resolution, boosted asset value recovery: PHDCCI Vice President

Investor wealth erodes as 7 penny stocks sink up to 70 pc in 2026

CII bats for industrial land reforms to boost India’s manufacturing growth

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