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2026 WEF Davos: Karnataka gains Rs 13,070 cr investment commitments
Bengaluru: The World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos has emerged as a catalyst for Karnataka’s economic growth, with the state securing investment commitments worth Rs 13,070 crore across sectors, including…
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Trump threatens Canada with 100 pc tariffs over new trade deal with China
Washington: President Donald Trump on Saturday, January 24, threatened to impose a 100 per cent tariff on goods imported from Canada if America’s northern neighbour went ahead with its trade deal with…
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European airlines Air France, KLM suspend flights to Middle East
At least two European airlines suspended flight services to Middle East cities on Friday, January 23, with Air France citing the “geopolitical situation” in the region. According to the news agency AFP, Dutch…
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Meta pauses teen access to AI characters
San Francisco: Meta is halting teens’ access to artificial intelligence characters, at least temporarily, the company said in a blog post Friday. Meta Platforms Inc, which own Instagram and WhatsApp, said that…
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FDI inflows to India surged by 73 per cent to USD 47 billion in 2025: UN
United Nations: The FDI inflows to India in 2025 surged by 73 per cent to USD 47 billion, mainly due to large investments in services and manufacturing, supported by policies aimed at…
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India may unlock USD 10-11 billion in new EU exports: Report
Mumbai: India is projected to unlock $10–11 billion in additional exports to the European Union (EU) without creating new product capacity, by redirecting existing highly tariffed US-bound trade under the proposed India-EU…
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India joins WEF initiative to reskill 850 million people globally
Davos: The World Economic Forum on Friday announced a major global initiative to invest in skill development that will reach more than 850 million people. It also announced the launch of new…
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Karnataka High Court lifts ban on bike taxis, Uber welcomes decision
Bengaluru: The Karnataka High Court on Friday, January 23, lifted the ban on bike taxis, dismissing the earlier order that had stopped the operations of two-wheeler transport. Karnataka Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy…
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India Yamaha recalls over 3 lakh scooter units to fix faulty brake part
New Delhi: India Yamaha Motor on Friday, January 23, said it is recalling over 3 lakh units RayZR 125 Fi Hybrid and Fascino 125 Fi Hybrid scooter models to rectify a faulty…
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Markets tank 1 pc amid widespread sell-off, Sensex slips below 82K
Mumbai: Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty resumed their downward journey to end nearly 1 per cent lower on Friday, January 23, dragged by widespread sell-off and the rupee depreciating to hit…
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Adani Group completes full takeover of IANS news agency
New Delhi: Billionaire Gautam Adani’s group has taken full control of news agency IANS by purchasing the remaining 24 per cent stake for an undisclosed sum of money. AMG Media Networks Ltd,…
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iPhone 17 drops below Rs 75,000 in Flipkart Republic Day sale
Hyderabad: For all those looking to shift from Android to an Apple device, there’s good news. The latest Apple iPhone 17 is on sale at a price below Rs 75,000 on Flipkart’s Republic…
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Telangana launches its AI innovation entity ‘Aikam’ at Davos
Hyderabad: At the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026, the Telangana government officially launched Aikam, its flagship autonomous, unified, and globally oriented AI innovation entity. The launch was chaired by Chief Minister A…
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Telangana concludes WEF spree with deals in data centres, manufacturing, AI initiatives
Hyderabad: On the third day of attending the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026 at the snowy Davos in Switzerland, the Telangana government continued its strategic business engagements, securing investments worth over Rs…
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Rupee declines 76 paise to settle at record low of 91.73 against USD
Mumbai: The rupee crashed 76 paise to close at an all-time low of 91.73 (provisional) against the American currency on Wednesday, January 21, pressured by persistent foreign fund outflow amid heightened uncertainty…
