India in lower tariff tier in US Section 301 measures, committed to early trade pact conclusion: Govt

IANS | July 25, 2026 3:52 PM

New Delhi, July 25 (IANS) The government remained closely engaged with the United States Trade Representative (USTR) throughout the Section 301 investigation over forced labour and as a result of these sustained efforts, India has been placed in the lower tier of additional tariffs under the final measures, providing a relative advantage to Indian exports in key sectors, an official statement said on Saturday.

SpaceX conducts starship test flight even as shares slide

IANS | July 25, 2026 9:46 AM

New Delhi, July 25 (IANS) US aerospace company SpaceX launched its Starship vehicle in a test flight to validate technology central to CEO Elon Musk’s ambitions for Starlink expansion, as the company's stock continues to slide.