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Diamond hub

Surat diamond hub faces US tariff blow as exports and jobs hang in balance

A sudden 50% tariff on Indian polished diamonds threatens to wipe billions from exports, slash lakhs of jobs and shake the very foundations of the world’s largest cutting and polishing hub.

Apple

Apple’s $100 billion US manufacturing surge puts India’s iPhone ambitions at risk

As Apple ramps up domestic production with its American manufacturing program, India — a key iPhone exporter — braces for ripple effects amid rising tariffs and shifting global supply chains.

Trump’s new 50% tariff on Indian goods takes effect under wider global trade overhaul

India faces one of the highest surcharges among over 90 countries affected by the US’s new tariff regime, with the added duty linked to its discounted oil imports from Russia.

Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra

RBI holds repo rate at 5.5%, signals pause as global risks grow

Citing inflation volatility, trade tensions, and ongoing rate transmission, Reserve Bank of India opts for a wait-and-watch approach with neutral stance intact.

ethanol-blended petrol

Ethanol row ignites: Govt defends E20 fuel, calls damage fears unfounded

Facing backlash from car owners, government says 20% ethanol-blended petrol is safe, tested, and vital for India’s green, economic goals.

Global CEOs double down on India amid revival in demand

A dozen multinational leaders, including those at Apple, Coca‑Cola, Unilever and PepsiCo, plan deeper investments as India emerges as a key growth engine after a slowdown.

US President Donald Trump and PM Modi

Trump slaps 25% tariff on Indian goods, calls Brics ‘anti-US’, warns of penalty over Russia ties

Reaffirming ties with Modi, US President slams India over trade imbalance, Brics alignment and Russian oil deals; India pushes back and vows to protect local interests.