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Global Economy & Central Banks 05 Oct 2026, 12:31 AM IST

Ford Holds No. 3 U.S. Sales Spot as Third-Quarter Volume Slips 6.6%

Ford Motor Co. said Friday that U.S. light-duty vehicle sales fell 6.6% year over year in the third quarter to 507,395 units, but the company still retained the No. 3 sales position in the market. The result underscores how a softer sales environment and intense competition have narrowed the gap among major automakers even as Ford preserved its ranking ahead of Hyundai.

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Global Health & Biotech11 Oct 2026, 09:53 PM IST

Why More Americans Are Flying Abroad for Hair Transplants

A Business Insider account of an American patient who could not afford a $13,000 hair transplant in the United States is drawing fresh attention to the growing medical tourism market. The case underscores how price differentials, package-style clinics and social media visibility are reshaping consumer choices in elective care, even as questions remain over regulation, aftercare and long-term outcomes.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance15 Oct 2026, 05:44 PM IST

GTRI Urges Government to Scrap Proposed UPI Charges, Warns of Damage to Small Businesses and Consumer Spending

The Global Trade Research Initiative has called on the government to withdraw proposed charges on Unified Payments Interface transactions scheduled for October 15, arguing that even modest fees could weaken India’s digital payments ecosystem. The think tank said keeping UPI free is essential to protect small merchants, sustain consumer spending, and preserve the broad adoption that has made the platform a cornerstone of everyday commerce.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance15 Oct 2026, 02:19 PM IST

GTRI Urges Government to Scrap Proposed UPI Charges, Warns of Fallout for Small Businesses

The Global Trade Research Initiative has called on the government to withdraw proposed charges on Unified Payments Interface transactions slated for October 15, arguing that any move to monetise UPI could weaken India’s digital payments ecosystem. The think tank warned that fees on UPI would likely raise costs for consumers, squeeze merchant margins and hit small businesses hardest.

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Startups & Venture Capital15 Oct 2026, 07:49 AM IST

Google.org Commits $15 Million to The/Nudge for AI Tools Aimed at Indian Small Businesses

Google.org is investing $15 million in The/Nudge to build artificial intelligence tools designed to help Indian small businesses access credit, reach markets and navigate compliance requirements. The initiative also includes local skills training, underscoring a broader push to pair digital infrastructure with on-the-ground capability building for micro and small enterprises.

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Global Markets & Equities14 Oct 2026, 11:18 PM IST

FAA Investigates LaGuardia Near Miss Between Delta Flight and Business Jet

The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a close call at LaGuardia Airport after a business jet reportedly took off without clearance and came within roughly 1,000 feet of a Delta Air Lines passenger aircraft. The Delta flight was forced into a go-around, underscoring continuing concerns about runway safety and air traffic control margins at one of the nation’s busiest airports.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance14 Oct 2026, 04:10 PM IST

GTRI Urges Government to Scrap Proposed UPI Charges, Warns of Damage to Small Businesses and Consumer Spending

The Global Trade Research Initiative has called on the government to withdraw proposed charges on UPI transactions slated for October 15, arguing that even modest fees could weaken India’s digital payments ecosystem. The think tank said keeping UPI free is essential to protect small merchants, sustain consumer spending, and preserve the broad adoption that has made the platform a national payments backbone.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance14 Oct 2026, 07:53 AM IST

GTRI Urges Government to Scrap Proposed UPI Charges, Warns of Damage to Small Businesses and Digital Spending

The Global Trade Research Initiative has called on the government to withdraw proposed charges on Unified Payments Interface transactions set to take effect on October 15, arguing that even modest fees could weaken India’s digital payments ecosystem. The think tank said free UPI has become a critical public utility for consumers, merchants, banks and payment apps, and that introducing charges could raise costs for shoppers while squeezing small businesses.

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