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Rupee slips to a fresh low of 88.27 against $ – The Times of India

Rupee slips to a fresh low of 88.27 against $ – The Times of India

MUMBAI: The rupee bucked the trend among Asian peers on Friday, slipping to a record low even as most emerging market currencies strengthened against the dollar. It closed at 88.27 after touching an intra-day low of 88.36, weaker than Thursday’s close of 88.15.The fall came amid concerns over US tariffs, while intervention by Reserve Bank of India through state-run banks …

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Gems and jewellery exporters reel as US tariffs kick in; seek urgent govt relief, Surat jobs in risk – The Times of India

Gems and jewellery exporters reel as US tariffs kick in; seek urgent govt relief, Surat jobs in risk – The Times of India

The Gems and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) has urged the Centre to announce immediate relief measures after the United States imposed 50 per cent tariffs on Indian goods, a move that exporters say has started hurting the $40 billion industry.The penal duties, which came into effect on August 27, have already disrupted shipments to India’s biggest export market for …

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Trade strategy: Piyush Goyal says India Inc in ‘cosy comfort zone’ of 1.4 bn market, urges global push amid US tariffs – The Times of India

Trade strategy: Piyush Goyal says India Inc in ‘cosy comfort zone’ of 1.4 bn market, urges global push amid US tariffs – The Times of India

Union commerce minister Piyush Goyal said Indian businesses are in a “cosy comfort zone” created by the vast 1.4 billion-strong domestic market and need to actively explore opportunities abroad.Speaking at an industry event in Mumbai, Goyal said companies should not get carried away by any “negative narrative”, emphasising that the economy grew 7.8% in June. He added that the performance …

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‘Financial ruin’ for US? What happens if Trump tariffs are struck down by court — Explained – The Times of India

‘Financial ruin’ for US? What happens if Trump tariffs are struck down by court — Explained – The Times of India

US President Donald Trump (Pic credit: AP) The US federal court’s ruling over the tariff, calling it “illegal”, came as a major setback for President Donald Trump. The court said that the Republican leader overstepped his authority when he declared trade deficits and border issues as “national emergencies” to justify sweeping tariffs he imposed on nearly every trading partner.Trump who …

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‘Would be disaster if … ‘: Donald Trump doubles down on tariffs after US court calls them illegal; what next? – The Times of India

‘Would be disaster if … ‘: Donald Trump doubles down on tariffs after US court calls them illegal; what next? – The Times of India

US President Donald Trump (Pic credit: AP) US President Donald Trump on Friday said that he would “fight back” after a US federal court in a significant ruling found his global tariffs “illegal.” The US court of appeals for the federal circuit in Washington ruled that many of Trump’s tariffs were illegal; however, it allowed them to remain in place …

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‘Will neither bow down nor appear weak’: Piyush Goyal on trade deals with India; message amid US tariffs – The Times of India

‘Will neither bow down nor appear weak’: Piyush Goyal on trade deals with India; message amid US tariffs – The Times of India

Piyush Goyal at Bharat Buildcore curtain raiser Union commerce and industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday said India would not compromise its self-respect in trade negotiations. His comments come at a time when India has been hit by 50% US tariffs and trade deal negotiations between the countries have hit a stalemate.“If any country wants to enter into a free …

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US tariffs: GST reform could soften the tariff blow; BMI GDP growth outlook, lowering forecasts to 5.8% for FY2025-26 – The Times of India

US tariffs: GST reform could soften the tariff blow; BMI GDP growth outlook, lowering forecasts to 5.8% for FY2025-26 – The Times of India

India’s proposed Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms could help soften the blow of steep US tariffs and give a lift to household spending, BMI, a Fitch Solutions company, said on Thursday.The government is planning to lower tax rates on items commonly used by the public, a move that BMI believes will boost consumption and partly offset the impact of …

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US tariffs: FM Sitharaman holds inter-ministerial meet; explores measures to shield exporters – The Times of India

US tariffs: FM Sitharaman holds inter-ministerial meet; explores measures to shield exporters – The Times of India

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday chaired an inter-ministerial meeting to explore possible support measures for exporters hit by steep US tariffs, PTI reported cited sources.The meeting was attended by senior officials from the ministries of finance, commerce, textiles, MSMEs, chemicals and fisheries.The discussions came in the wake of Trump administration’s decision to impose a 50% tariff on Indian goods …

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‘Trump’s way of dealing with world a departure’: Jaishankar says recent experience taught India to not rely on a single market; asserts strategic autonomy – Times of India

‘Trump’s way of dealing with world a departure’: Jaishankar says recent experience taught India to not rely on a single market; asserts strategic autonomy – Times of India

Jaishankar highlighted how Trump’s methods represent a significant shift, particularly in the use of tariffs for both trade and non-trade purposes. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has highlighted that India’s recent experience taught the country the importance of avoiding reliance on a single supply chain or market. He advised industries to adopt diversification as a strategic approach.Speaking at the ET …

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‘Europe has lot of opportunities’ – Times of India

‘Europe has lot of opportunities’ – Times of India

Bharat Forge, heavily reliant on the US auto sector, faces potential headwinds from new import duties. Vice-Chairman Amit Kalyani acknowledges possible near-term demand issues but remains optimistic about resolving the situation with American buyers. If talks fail, the company will explore opportunities in Europe, leveraging FTAs. Source link

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