US tariffs: Duty-free cotton to boost exports; ‘make Indian textiles more competitive’ says ministry

The Centre’s move to extend the import duty exemption on cotton until 31 December 2025 is set to strengthen India’s position in global textile markets, reviving orders for small and medium enterprises as well as export-oriented units, the government said.The announcement comes at a critical time, as Indian textile exporters are worried abou the impact…

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US tariffs: GST reform could soften the tariff blow; BMI GDP growth outlook, lowering forecasts to 5.8% for FY2025-26

India’s proposed Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms could help soften the blow of steep US tariffs and give a lift to household spending, BMI, a Fitch Solutions company, said on Thursday.The government is planning to lower tax rates on items commonly used by the public, a move that BMI believes will boost consumption and…

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Ganesh Chaturthi 2025: Ananya Panday shares heartfelt goodbye to Bappa, celebrates eco-friendly visarjan at home |

Ananya Panday is set to star opposite Kartik Aaryan in the rom-com “Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri,” releasing in February 2026. She will also feature in the romantic drama “Chand Mera Dil” directed by Vivek Soni in 2025, produced by Dharma Productions. Ananya Panday warmly said goodbye to Lord Ganesha during the…

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Guidelines issued for welfare of horses, mules, donkeys engaged during religious pilgrimages | India News

NEW DELHI: In order to ensure humane treatment of working equines (horses, mules and donkeys) and prevention of disease risks during large-scale pilgrimages, the Centre has issued guidelines for the welfare of these animals and released a revised national action plan on glanders (a contagious and often fatal disease of equines), aimed at strengthening surveillance,…

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Throwback: Samantha Ruth Prabhu once praised ex father-in-law Nagarjuna, called him the ‘most handsome man ever’ |

Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s past warmth towards her ex father-in-law, Nagarjuna, resurfaced with a 2019 interview where she playfully deemed him the ‘most handsome man ever.’ This comes as Naga Chaitanya, her ex-husband, recently got married to Sobhita Dhulipala. Reports suggest Samantha is also moving on, potentially finding love with filmmaker Raj Nidimoru. Samantha Ruth Prabhu…

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