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Automotive, EVs & Mobility 09 Nov 2026, 08:00 PM IST

DGFT Opens Fresh Quota Window for UK Imports Under India-UK Trade Pact

India’s Directorate General of Foreign Trade has invited applications from importers for tariff-rate quota allocations for certain goods under the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement, signalling the next phase of implementation of the pact. The move comes as the government closes out 2026 quota allocations for UK-origin automobile imports, underscoring the administrative shift from negotiation to managed market access.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal PolicyJust now (09:50 AM IST)

Chinese Mobile Covers May Get Costlier as India Moves Toward Anti-Dumping Duty

India is moving closer to imposing an anti-dumping duty on imports of Chinese mobile covers after the Directorate General of Trade Remedies said foreign shipments had captured nearly half the domestic market while local manufacturers’ share had fallen to about one-fourth. The proposed action signals a sharper policy response to what officials view as unfairly priced imports that have squeezed domestic producers in a fast-growing consumer accessories market.

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Defence, Intelligence & Aerospace20 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Army Task Force Teams With Acquisition Directorate to Speed Counter-Drone Testing in Africa

The U.S. Army is moving to compress the timeline for counter-drone capability testing in Africa, with the goal of fielding equipment to soldiers within 180 days of validation. Initial trials are planned for spring 2027 in Morocco, underscoring how urgently militaries are adapting to the battlefield threat posed by inexpensive unmanned systems. The effort pairs an Army task force with the acquisition directorate in a bid to shorten procurement cycles and turn promising prototypes into deployable tools faster.

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National Governance & Policy8h ago

Enforcement Directorate Issues Remittance Order Against Manish Mishra in Sadhna Broadcast Case

India's Enforcement Directorate has issued a general remittance order dated September 24, 2026 against Manish Mishra in connection with the Sadhna Broadcast Limited matter under RC No. 9236 of 2026. The move signals continued recovery proceedings in a case that remains under regulatory scrutiny, though the public notice provides limited detail on the underlying allegations or the amount involved.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy08 Nov 2026, 08:00 PM IST

DGTR Recommends Two-Year Import Curbs on Soda Ash to Shield Domestic Producers

India’s Directorate General of Trade Remedies has recommended two years of import restrictions on soda ash, including country-wise allocations and quarterly shipment limits, in a move aimed at protecting domestic manufacturers from import pressure. The proposal is designed to moderate inflows while giving local producers time to adjust capacity, pricing, and market share in a sector critical to glass, detergents, and chemicals.

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Startups & Venture Capital02 Nov 2026, 08:00 AM IST

ED Arrests Armstrong Exchange Founder Sagar Dash in Alleged Online Betting Scam Probe

The Enforcement Directorate has arrested Armstrong Exchange founder Sagar Dash in connection with an alleged online gaming and betting scam, intensifying scrutiny of India’s fast-growing but lightly regulated digital wagering ecosystem. The case underscores how enforcement agencies are increasingly targeting platforms and promoters suspected of using technology, payment channels and influencer-style marketing to move illicit betting proceeds.

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National Governance & Policy28 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

DRI Busts Wildlife Smuggling Ring at Tiruchirappalli Airport, Recovers 45 Live Reptiles; Two Arrested

India’s Directorate of Revenue Intelligence has dismantled a wildlife trafficking attempt at Tiruchirappalli International Airport, seizing 45 live reptiles and arresting two suspects linked to the racket. The case underscores the growing use of air cargo and passenger channels for illicit wildlife movement, a trade that poses risks to biodiversity, public health, and border security.

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India Entertainment & Culture09 Nov 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Nathan Johnson, Former Anime Composer, Wins Texas Attorney General Race

Nathan Johnson, best known in entertainment circles for composing music associated with the long-running anime franchise Dragon Ball Z, has been elected attorney general of Texas in a striking political crossover. The result marks an unusual but consequential shift from creative work tied to global pop culture to one of the most powerful legal offices in the United States.

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Frontier AI & Machine Learning28 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

General Motors to Leave the NYSE for Nasdaq After More Than a Century, Marking a Symbolic Shift in U.S. Markets

General Motors will move its stock listing from the New York Stock Exchange to Nasdaq on Nov. 17, ending a more than 100-year association with the NYSE and becoming the first legacy automaker to trade on the technology-heavy exchange. The decision underscores GM’s effort to align its market identity with software, electrification and artificial intelligence as it seeks to reposition itself for the next phase of automotive competition.

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Global Economy & Central Banks27 Oct 2026, 04:34 PM IST

FTC, 20 States Sue Dollar General Over Alleged Overcharging of Shoppers

The Federal Trade Commission and attorneys general from 20 states have filed a lawsuit accusing Dollar General of charging customers more than the prices displayed on shelves and in advertisements. The case intensifies regulatory scrutiny of discount retail pricing practices at a time when budget-conscious consumers are highly sensitive to even small overcharges.

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Global Health & Biotech25 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Mass General Brigham Deepens Cuts as Financial Strain Intensifies

Mass General Brigham, Massachusetts’ largest hospital system, said it will eliminate additional jobs and scale back programs as it confronts a worsening financial picture. The move underscores the pressure facing major U.S. health systems as labor costs, reimbursement constraints and post-pandemic demand shifts continue to squeeze margins.

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India Sports & Cricket15 Oct 2026, 06:46 PM IST

Boxing Federation Power Struggle Deepens as Ajay Singh Suspends Secretary General Pramod Kumar

The internal conflict at the Boxing Federation of India has escalated sharply, with federation president Ajay Singh suspending secretary general Pramod Kumar after Kumar moved a no-confidence motion against him. The move signals a widening institutional rift at the top of Indian boxing, raising fresh questions about governance, authority, and stability within the sport's national body.

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Defence, Intelligence & Aerospace15 Oct 2026, 10:12 AM IST

Retired U.S. Generals Urge Pentagon to Scrap ‘Barbaric’ Hasan Execution Livestream

Seventy-two retired U.S. military officers have called on the Pentagon to cancel plans to livestream the execution of Nidal Hasan, warning that broadcasting the killing would damage the armed forces’ honor and undermine the nation’s moral standing. In a sharply worded letter, the former officers framed the issue as one of military professionalism, public decency, and the limits of state spectacle.

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