UP’s Rampur mentha oil industry reels under US tariff: Exporters warn of losses as orders on hold; job cuts loom

The mentha oil sector in Rampur is experiencing severe difficulties, with exporters warning of substantial financial losses due to the US’s 50 per cent import tariff on Indian goods. The situation is endangering the financial stability of numerous agricultural workers and labourers, according to PTI reports. Mentha oil serves as a crucial aromatic ingredient in…

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India charts strategy to soften 50% US tariff on exports, govt working overtime with stakeholders: CEA Anantha Nageswaran

Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) Anantha Nageswaran on Saturday said the government, along with various stakeholders, is working overtime to cushion India’s export sector from the impact of the 25% additional tariff imposed by the United States, which has raised the overall duty to 50%.Speaking virtually at an event organised by the Indian Chamber of Commerce,…

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

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….

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India to be third largest economy soon, says RBI Governor; lauds women, Jan Dhan scheme for growth push

Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Saturday said India is poised to become the world’s third largest economy soon, crediting the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana for strengthening growth and financial inclusion.Speaking at Santripti Shivir, a financial inclusion campaign by government banks in Rangwasa village, Malhotra said the Union government and the RBI…

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‘Financial ruin’ for US? What happens if Trump tariffs are struck down by court — Explained

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…

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‘Much more work to be done’: US Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy; operations to continue during process

Spirit Airlines to file for bankruptcy (Representative image) US Budget airline Spirit Airlines announced on Friday that has filed file for bankruptcy again within a year, but will maintain normal operations, ticket sales and flights.Following its initial bankruptcy filing in November, Spirit had completed a debt restructuring agreement with creditors in March, reducing its liabilities…

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Zydus Wellness acquires UK-based Comfort Click for GBP 239 mn; enters VMS market; strengthens global push

Zydus Wellness Ltd on Friday announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Alidac UK Ltd, will acquire UK-based Comfort Click for GBP 239 million, marking the company’s first international acquisition and entry into the vitamins, minerals, and supplements (VMS) segment. The deal also includes Comfort Click’s three subsidiaries in Ireland, the US, and India.Comfort Click, which operates…

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Gold price prediction: What’s the outlook for August 29, 2025? Why ‘buy on dips’ strategy makes sense

Gold price prediction: Intraday traders can look for buying opportunities on dips near ₹1,01,850, with a stop-loss placed at ₹1,01,450. (AI image) Gold price prediction today: Gold rates suggest a ‘buy on dips’ strategy, says Jateen Trivedi, VP Research Analyst – Commodity and Currency, LKP Securities. Here is his strategy for gold investors:Gold futures on…

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