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A Chinese AI startup, Z.ai, is making waves with its new model, GLM-5.2, offering advanced coding and AI agent features at a lower cost than US rivals like OpenAI and Anthropic. This development is attracting developers and sparking discussions about China's growing AI competitiveness, especially as US restrictions push users towards alternative...
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Urban Indians significantly boost their spending on Saturdays and Sundays, with a 1.6 times higher expenditure compared to weekdays. Fashion, entertainment, electronics, and dining see a marked increase as people enjoy leisure time. This trend is particularly strong in major metros and among higher-income groups, indicating a shift towards...
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Titan's online jewellery arm, CaratLane, is eyeing a West Asian debut through its recent acquisition, Damas Jewellery. While recent regional conflicts have temporarily halted expansion plans, CaratLane sees Damas' extensive store network as a strategic entry point. This move could see CaratLane counters integrated within Damas' over 140 outlets...
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India faces renewed trade uncertainty as the US Trade Representative moves forward with a probe into forced labor, potentially replacing existing tariffs. Hearings are underway, with a proposed 12.5% tariff impacting over 50 nations, including India. This development could shift trade deal negotiations, with the US possibly using structural...
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Household goods demand held steady in Q1 despite price hikes, as companies navigated inflation. However, concerns linger over El Nino's potential impact on monsoon rains and rural consumption. While price increases helped offset rising costs, the sector faces a potential challenge from weather volatility affecting agricultural output and demand....
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Life insurance policyholders are increasingly cashing out early, with surrenders now surpassing maturity payouts, according to the RBI's Financial Stability Report. This trend, particularly driven by private insurers, signals potential policyholder dissatisfaction and mis-selling concerns. Soaring distribution costs are further exacerbating the...
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Indian stock markets are poised for a week driven by crude oil prices, global cues, and the commencement of the corporate earnings season, with TCS set to announce its June-quarter results. Investors will also be watching the monsoon's progress and foreign investor activity. Key economic data from the US, including Federal Reserve minutes, will...
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Despite Middle East conflict disruptions, India's fertilizer supply remains robust. Most shipments successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz, while domestic production surpassed targets. Proactive planning, diplomatic outreach for new sources, and full restoration of natural gas to plants ensured uninterrupted availability, safeguarding farmers'...
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OPEC+ is boosting oil output by another 188,000 barrels daily from August, continuing to reverse earlier cuts. Despite this, actual supply remains below pre-conflict levels due to disruptions impacting key producers. Oil prices have already fallen to pre-war figures, influenced by weaker Chinese demand and strategic reserve releases. The group...
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The Petroleum Ministry has debunked claims of Bhutan refusing India's E20 petrol, stating no such offer was ever made. This clarification follows opposition allegations that several neighboring countries rejected the fuel. The government assures the public that E20 has undergone extensive testing, ensuring reliability and performance, and vehicle...
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