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Pakistan Tenders 1.08 Lakh Tonnes of Imported Sugar Amid Policy Criticism

Pakistan has put 1.08 lakh tonnes of imported sugar up for international tender, drawing criticism over repeated import-export swings, poor planning and alleged cartelisation.

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra Warns Fintechs Against Outrunning Regulation

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

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

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.

Sensex, Nifty Flat in Early Trade as Crude Oil Prices, Geopolitical Tensions Weigh

Sensex and Nifty traded flat in early trade on Thursday as rising crude oil prices, higher US bond yields and escalating geopolitical tensions weighed on investor sentiment. Analysts warned of further correction.

iPhone 17 Series Crosses $170 Billion in First-Year Revenue: Counterpoint

Apple’s iPhone 17 series generated over $170 billion in global wholesale revenue in its first year, 11% higher than the iPhone 16 series, Counterpoint Research said.

Sugar Imports Still Viable Despite Domestic Price Fall: ISMA

ISMA President Niraj Shirgaokar says sugar imports remain commercially viable despite falling domestic prices, as global prices stay firm amid tightening supplies.