India-Oman trade pact to improve market access, create jobs: Industry

IANS | December 19, 2025 4:49 PM

New Delhi, Dec 19 (IANS) The signing of the India–Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) is a major milestone in India’s trade and economic engagement with the Gulf region which would significantly improve market access, create jobs, and open new opportunities for Indian companies across goods and services, according to trade experts.

Odds are slim, fight until last ball: Hussain says England 'need miracle' to keep Ashes hopes alive

IANS | December 19, 2025 4:31 PM

Adelaide, Dec 19 (IANS) Former England captain Nasser Hussain believes Australia are firmly in control of the third Test as well as the Ashes series, warning that England face “slim odds” of pulling off a miraculous escape as the hosts build a commanding position by taking a 356-run lead at Stumps on Day 3 of the third Test at the Adelaide Oval in Adelaide on Friday.