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S&P Global has highlighted India’s ability to outperform many peers despite persistent inflation, geopolitical uncertainty and slower global growth. But the assessment also points to gathering risks that could test the economy’s momentum in the months ahead, especially if external shocks deepen or domestic price pressures linger.
Kerala has begun integrating artificial intelligence and advanced digital tools into its tourism sector as part of a broader effort to position the state as an international experiential destination, Tourism Minister P.C. Vishnunadh said on the eve of World Tourism Day. He said the government's upcoming tourism policy will give greater thrust to technology-led reforms, start-up support, barrier-free access and smarter destination management.
The Telangana government is weighing a new "Tourism Coupons" initiative aimed at encouraging Hyderabad's large IT workforce to travel across the state on weekends, in a bid to expand domestic tourism and spotlight lesser-known destinations. The proposal comes alongside a much larger push to use AI, digital tools and private investment to position Telangana as a major tourism hub, with officials now targeting Rs 50,000 crore in tourism investments and 5 lakh jobs.
Virat Kohli has declared that next year's ODI World Cup will be his final one for India, framing the tournament as a last chance to chase one more global crown. Speaking ahead of India's ODI series against West Indies, the 37-year-old said he is prepared to "leave everything out there" as he targets the trophy in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia.
Saina Nehwal says the proposed 3x15 scoring system in badminton could lengthen careers and suit players like P.V. Sindhu, but she cautioned that the shift toward power and speed may also raise injury risks. The former world No. 1 also used the conversation to call for greater recognition of winners from non-cricket sports in India.
The Federal Reserve raised its target range for the federal funds rate by a quarter point to 3.75% to 4% on Wednesday, saying the move was needed to support its dual mandate and help secure a timelier return to 2% inflation. In a unanimous 12-0 vote, policymakers said economic activity is expanding at a solid pace, labor markets remain stable, and domestic spending has proved resilient despite elevated uncertainty tied in part to geopolitical developments.
The Federal Reserve Board and Federal Open Market Committee on Wednesday released the economic projections prepared by policymakers at the September 15-16 meeting, offering fresh insight into how officials see growth, inflation and the labor market evolving. The release, published at 2:00 p.m. EDT, is likely to be closely watched by global investors for clues about the pace and direction of U.S. monetary policy.
The Federal Reserve Board has approved Peoples Bancorp Inc.'s application to merge with Citizens National Corporation and indirectly acquire Citizens Bank of Kentucky, Inc., marking a significant regional banking expansion for the Marietta, Ohio-based lender. The decision also authorizes Peoples Bank to merge with Citizens Bank of Kentucky and operate branches at the Kentucky bank's existing locations, extending Peoples' presence deeper into eastern Kentucky.
The Federal Reserve Board on Tuesday released minutes from its July 20 and July 29, 2026 meetings reviewing the discount rates offered to depository institutions through the discount window. The document underscores that the Board's discount-rate process is distinct from the Federal Open Market Committee's setting of the federal funds target range, a reminder of the Fed's separate tools for managing liquidity and monetary policy.
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