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Piyush Goyal Meets EAEU Trade Chief to Fast-Track India-EAEU FTA Talks

Piyush Goyal discusses fast-tracking India-EAEU FTA negotiations with trade chief Andrey Slepnev, focusing on pharmaceuticals, technology, automobiles and market access.

IMF Calls India Key Engine of Global Growth After 7.8% GDP Growth

Assam to Develop Strategic Land Banks, Industrial Estates to Boost Investments

Pakistan Tenders 1.08 Lakh Tonnes of Imported Sugar Amid Policy Criticism

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra Warns Fintechs Against Outrunning Regulation

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra urged fintech firms to engage regulators early, use regulatory sandboxes and ensure transparency for faster, sustainable growth.

Apple enters foldable race with iPhone Duo at ₹2,99,900, targets Pro Max users

The premium foldable packs dual displays, A20 Pro chip and new camera features as Apple seeks to draw affluent iPhone loyalists into the emerging segment.

Deregulation Must Be Focus of Next-Generation Reforms: Rajiv Gauba

NITI Aayog member Rajiv Gauba has called for deregulation to be at the heart of India’s next-generation reforms, urging a review of licensing, approvals and renewal processes to simplify governance and promote innovation.

Gold ETF Inflows Jump 67% to Rs 2,596.70 Crore in August: AMFI

Gold ETF inflows surged nearly 67% to Rs 2,596.70 crore in August 2026 from Rs 1,559 crore in July, while equity mutual fund inflows rose 19% to Rs 29,328.62 crore, AMFI data showed.

Agentic AI Can Drive Banking Efficiency as Adoption Scales: SBI Chairman

SBI Chairman CS Setty said agentic AI can help banks deliver personalised financial services at scale and improve efficiencies, but stressed the need for clear rules on AI agents, customer consent and accountability.

Brent Crude Above $100 as US-Iran Conflict Threatens Global Oil Supply

Brent crude rose above $100 a barrel as escalating US-Iran attacks and disruption near the Strait of Hormuz heightened concerns over global oil supplies. MCX crude also gained in early trade.