India's bilateral investment treaty with UAE now includes portfolio investments and reduces the local remedies exhaustion period from five to three years. This change, making the treaty more investor-friendly, exposes India to more arbitration cases, potentially challenging its regulatory decisions and signaling a softer stance on protecting sovereign decision-making.
India and the UAE will jointly create a food corridor with a USD 2 billion investment, enhancing Indian farmers' incomes and job opportunities. A small working group will oversee the establishment of food parks and processing facilities to ensure food security for the UAE, slated for completion within two-and-a-half years.
Presidential historian and professor Dr. Allan Lichtman has yet again asserted the fact that Kamala Harris will be taking home a win for her and the Democrats during the US elections in November. He also claimed that no 'October surprise' could ruin the parade Harris has got going for herself till now.
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As the Indian SaaS sector aims to hit the $37 billion target, experts have analysed the scaling strategies that will be crucial in defining success both at home and abroad. Read on to discover how cultural nuances are a big determinant, the relationship-driven versus product-driven dynamic in India compared to other markets, and why the notion that Indian clients don’t pay is a myth. Only at the ET Soonicorns Summit 2024!
NSE's IPO buzz has grown in the last 3-4 months, leading to a 35% rise in its share price in the unlisted market. Investors are waiting for the listing due to the stock's promise and higher premium compared to the current market price.
India's e-commerce market is set for significant growth, projected to hit $325 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 21%. This expansion is driven by increased spending from affluent and middle-class households. Government and private sector partnerships, along with strategic M&As, are crucial for this growth.
Nifty formed a long bear candle, indicating a continuation of the downtrend. The positive chart pattern has been negated by Nifty moving below the 24,753 support level. The underlying trend remains negative, with support at 24,500-24,400.
Drones have been spotted along the Indo-China border in Himachal Pradesh's Kinnaur district, likely used for surveillance and espionage, according to state minister Jagat Singh Negi. The sightings occurred near Shipki La and Rishi Dogri villages. The minister has urged the Union government to take necessary action against these violations.
New-age tech companies have seen significant growth in CY24. Two stocks have surged over 100%. Newly listed companies have also shown strong gains. These tech-driven startups focus on fast-growing sectors and leverage advanced technologies to offer distinctive products and services. They are recognized for their rapid expansion, high market valuations, and ability to disrupt traditional industries.
In the US, the president is chosen by the Electoral College system, not directly by voters. This system assigns 538 electors based on state populations. A candidate needs 270 electoral votes to win. Historically, candidates like George W. Bush and Donald Trump secured the presidency despite losing the popular vote. All eyes are now on the upcoming election.
Rexas Finance (RXS) is making significant strides in the asset tokenisation market, offering diverse investment strategies backed by robust technology and security. Its presales have shown strong investor confidence, amassing nearly $1.9 million, and early tokens priced at $0.05 suggest profitable potential for investors.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Maldives next year. This follows the Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu's visit to India for strengthening bilateral ties. Relations had been strained due to Muizzu's pro-China stance but have since improved. India offers economic support to Maldives, which includes a USD 50 million Treasury Bill rollover and a currency swap agreement.
Indian markets closed lower for the sixth day, with the Sensex dropping over 500 points. Notable stocks like BASF India, Coforge, and AstraZeneca Pharma saw bullish breakouts and potential targets ahead.
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Groww Mutual Fund has launched Groww Gold ETF, offering investors a new, cost-efficient, and convenient way to invest in gold.
In its inaugural edition, the GEPL saw eight teams compete in playing Real Cricket, the video game created by JetSynthesis. The company said it saw a multiplatform reach of over 70 million and will have an expanded team format this time.
The gymnast scripted history in May this year when she became the first the first from the country to win a gold medal in the Asian Senior Championships as she clinched the yellow metal in the women's vault event here. The 30-year-old Dipa secured an average of 13.566 in the vault final on the last day of competitions in Uzbekistan's capital city.
11 new mutual fund NFOs will open for subscription this week. These include Groww Gold ETF, Kotak MNC Fund, Tata Nifty Capital Mkts Index Fund, Aditya Birla SL CRISIL-IBX AAA NBFC-HFC Index-Dec 2025 Fund, among others. These 11 NFOs are from eight different categories.
The 30-share BSE Sensex closed down 638.45 points at 81050.0
The United States has provided at least USD 17.9 billion in military aid to Israel since the war in Gaza began on October 7, 2023. An additional USD 4.86 billion has been spent on increased U.S. military operations in the region. This support has included munitions, missile defense systems, and other military equipment. The financial toll for the U.S. has been significant.