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Train travel gets costlier from today. Here’s what you’ll pay
Hike in long-distance fares marks second revision this year. Ticket prices for suburban services and short-distance journeys kept unaffected to balance affordability and operational sustainability
Two new airlines get govt nod
Preliminary approval granted to new carriers following recent widespread cancellations by market leader IndiGo, aiming to reduce sector concentration and enhance consumer choice
No new mining leases in Aravallis: Centre tells states
Prohibition applies uniformly to the full landscape of Aravallis and is aimed at preserving the integrity of the ancient mountain system stretching from Gujarat to the NCR
How India-New Zealand FTA is rewiring financial ties
The consequential breakthrough will lay the groundwork for deeper financial integration, fintech collaboration and expanded market access that could reshape bilateral economic engagement
CCI approves Tata Steel’s acquisition of sole control in Tata BlueScope Steel
Also approves acquisition of certain warrants of Federal Bank by Asia II Topco XIII
Bangladesh summons Indian envoy, demands security for missions
Dhaka has formally raises concerns with New Delhi over safety of its diplomatic missions following protests & alleged acts of vandalism targeting its facilities. Urges investigation of the incidents
UN expresses alarm over rising violence in Bangladesh
Urges authorities to ensure safety of all citizens, including minority communities; warns that continued unrest could deepen divisions and undermine human rights
India-New Zealand seal FTA, zero-duty access for Indian exports
The FTA will also deliver wide-ranging services liberalization, enhanced mobility for students and professionals, long-term investment commitments, and targeted agricultural productivity partnerships
Niti Aayog charts path to make India global higher edu hub
Report highlights international student growth, global collaborations, branch campuses, NEP 2020 ‘internationalization at home’ and offers several forward-looking policy recommendations
Core sector expands in Nov on strong cement, steel output
Strong gains in cement and steel reflected sustained momentum in infrastructure and construction activity, even as weakness in crude oil, natural gas and electricity weighed on overall performance
Asia-Pacific growth steady in 2026; India to lead with 6.6% GDP growth
Despite tariff shifts and geopolitical risks, Asia Pacific expected to see steady growth, supported by AI-led productivity, travel demand & improving consumer sentiment: Mastercard Economics Institute
GI-tagged Indi Lime gains global traction as Oman opens new trade pathways
Exports of GI-tagged Indi Lime to Oman highlight India’s agri-export momentum, strengthened by the Sultanate’s recognition of India’s halal certification, easing market access across Islamic economies