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Indri unveils Experience Centre for whisky enthusiasts in India

Indri unveils Experience Centre for whisky enthusi...

April 3, 2025

Aiming to offer an insight into single malt whisky production, Indian manufacturer and malt seller Piccadily Agro Industries has announced the opening of Indri Experience Centre in Indri, Haryana. In a press statement, Piccadily says that the centre integrates whisky-making with ...

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Significant impact of 26 pc US tariff on Indian gem & jewellery exports: GJEPC

Significant impact of 26 pc US tariff on Indian ge...

April 3, 2025

A 26 pc reciprocal tariff imposed by the United States on Indian gem and jewellery exports is set to impact the industry significantly. The move raises concerns for exporters and consumers alike, with potential disruptions to trade flows. In a press statement, Gem & Jewellery...

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Gold prices soar, impacting wedding jewellery sales in India

Gold prices soar, impacting wedding jewellery sale...

April 2, 2025

In 2024, gold prices in India saw a significant rise, with a 21 pc increase year-on-year, making it one of the best-performing assets. This upward trend has continued into 2025, with prices reaching new record highs. As of now, the price of gold stands at approximately INR 91,515...

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Swipe, spend, repeat: India’s growing love affair with credit cards

Swipe, spend, repeat: India’s growing love affai...

April 1, 2025

In January, India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), revealed that credit card spends grew by 10.8 pc in January 2025, to INR 1.84 trillion, adding that the country’s major banks have consistently expanded their credit card portfolios over the years, now account...

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Budget offers investment opportunities for French companies in India: Sanjeev Singla

Budget offers investment opportunities for French ...

March 30, 2025

The presentation of Union Budget is a key policy tool that foreign investors need to keep an eye out for and the Budget for the year 2025-26 opens up a number of potential investment opportunities for foreign companies, especially those in France, Ambassador of India to France Sa...

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Paris Declaration 2030 calls for overhaul of global nutrition economy

Paris Declaration 2030 calls for overhaul of globa...

March 28, 2025

Ahead of the Paris Nutrition for Growth (N4G) Summit, the Paris Declaration on Business & Nutrition 2030 was launched on Wednesday by the Access to Nutrition Initiative (ATNi), the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN), and the Paris Peace Forum, calling for a multi-s...

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FATF calls for public-private collaboration to combat financial crime at Mumbai forum

FATF calls for public-private collaboration to com...

March 27, 2025

Public-private collaboration is crucial in the fight against financial crime, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) stated at the 2025 FATF Private Sector Collaborative Forum in Mumbai. The three-day event brings together financial institutions, regulators, and civil society to ...

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Redefining retail with pop-up stores and immersive shopping experiences

Redefining retail with pop-up stores and immersive...

March 26, 2025

Pop-up stores and experiential shopping are becoming major trends that are upending traditional businesses and changing how they interact with their clientele. Innovation and shifting consumer preferences are causing a seismic shift in the retail industry. “Education, entertain...

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Global deal activity slows in early 2025

Global deal activity slows in early 2025

March 25, 2025

According to a recent report by GlobalData, the global deal market has slowed down in early 2025, with overall deal volume falling by 9 pc year-on-year (YoY). This decrease is seen across mergers and acquisitions (M&A), private equity, and venture financing, all of which have...

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Mahraji apple’s decline threatens Kashmir’s fruit legacy

Mahraji apple’s decline threatens Kashmir’s fr...

March 20, 2025

The Mahraji apple, once a beloved winter tradition in Kashmir, is quietly fading away. Its unique flavour and long shelf life made it a cherished part of familial memories, but rising costs and competition from faster-ripening varieties are pushing it into obscurity. This iconic ...

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