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India and Qatar to finalise trade pact talks soon; FTA expected by mid-2026
Qatar, a key trading partner of India within the Gulf Cooperation Council, recorded over $14.15 billion in bilateral trade with India during 2024–25
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India and Qatar to finalise trade pact talks soon; FTA expected by mid-2026
Qatar, a key trading partner of India within the Gulf Cooperation Council, recorded over $14.15 billion in bilateral trade with India during 2024–25

‘Didn’t tell my parents...’: Indian startup founder turns job loss into $50,000 success
The termination hit hard. For days, he oscillated between finding another job or taking a chance on his startup. “I had nine months of savings if I lived very cheaply,” he admitted.

Paytm, Netweb Tech shares may see more upside, says Ventura's Vinit Bolinjkar; prefers Maruti, Hyundai in autos
Indian equity benchmarks ended sharply higher on Monday, led by gains in banking, financial and technology stocks. The BSE Sensex advanced 583 points or 0.72 per cent to close at 81,790, while the NSE Nifty50 gained 183 points or 0.74 per cent to settle at 25,078.

'Indian interviews feel like a circus': Viral post praises US startup’s fair, paid hiring process
The user detailed a structured, respectful recruitment process that included a short introductory call, two paid assignments, a one-on-one interview, and a group discussion — all completed within a set timeline.
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Emcure Pharma shares rally 53% in 6 months, down 2% YTD; what's next?
Emcure Pharma: The stock has gained 52.76 per cent over the last six months but remains down 1.84 per cent year-to-date (YTD).

Bank of India Q2 updates: Global business rises 11.8%, check stock reaction
Retail term deposits in the domestic market stood at Rs 3,45,026 crore, registering a 14.15% growth.

Lenskart gets SEBI nod for ₹2,150 crore IPO; targets mid-November listing
Lenskart Solutions plans to raise Rs 2,150 crore through a fresh issuance of equity shares. Additionally, promoters and investors will sell a total of 13.22 crore equity shares, as outlined in the draft red herring prospectus (DRHP).

'Future looks promising...': Wintrack founder’s reaction after inquiry hints at promising reforms
The inquiry followed a viral video posted by Ganeshan that sparked widespread outrage over alleged corruption within Chennai Customs. He had claimed that officials demanded ₹1.5 lakh in bribes to clear minor shipments, forcing him to shut down Indian operations.

EU envoy on FTA with India: 'Negotiations are challenging, important issues remain to be resolved'
Last month, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen reaffirmed their commitment to finalise the deal by December.

‘Silent wealth trap...’: Financial expert explains why FDs alone won’t build real wealth
Experts echo his concern that leaving money idle or confined to a single “safe” option can result in lost compounding potential and reduced purchasing power over time.

‘Most Indians missing out on ₹5,800+ rewards’: CA shares 9 smart hacks to maximise insurance premiums
According to the financial expert, Indian consumers are now missing out on a hidden opportunity to earn thousands in rewards and cashback on their annual insurance payments, thanks to the recent GST exemption and card-linked reward programs.