US tariffs: Textiles, gems and jewellery to face pressures; pharma and electronics insulated

IANS | August 27, 2025 9:34 AM

New Delhi, Aug 27 (IANS) As the higher US tariffs against Indian goods set to come into effect from Wednesday (US time), sectors such as textiles and gems and jewellery — both labour-intensive industries — are expected to face moderate pressures while pharmaceuticals, smartphones and steel are relatively insulated due to exemptions, existing tariff structures and strong domestic consumption.

Apple’s iPhone 17 launch set for Sep 9 with major upgrades

IANS | August 26, 2025 10:02 PM

New Delhi, Aug 26 (IANS) Tech giant Apple on Tuesday announced the date of its next big global event — September 9 — with a tagline “Awe dropping” that would take place at the Steve Jobs Theater at Apple Park in the state of California in the US.