US and China Agree Tariff Cuts on $30 Billion of Goods, Launch AI Dialogue
Washington and Beijing will cut tariffs on $30 billion of non-sensitive goods each way and open an AI dialogue after Xi Jinping's US visit.
Economy
Burnham Stresses Fiscal Stability Ahead of Labour Conference
UK PM Andy Burnham says showing investors he has faced the reality of public finances is vital to stabilising markets before pursuing bigger economic change.
Telangana eyes tourism coupons to draw Hyderabad IT staff out on weekends
Telangana is weighing tourism coupons and special packages to encourage Hyderabad's IT workforce to travel across the State on weekends.
UK to unveil 'Your First Home' equity loan scheme in October budget
Britain's new 'Your First Home' scheme, a revival of Help to Buy, will be confirmed in next month's budget to boost housebuilding demand and aid first-time buyers.
Heathrow says third runway opening could slip to 2039
Heathrow has said its planned third runway may not open until 2039, as its 2029 planning target was always ambitious.
Gadkari Pitches 100% Ethanol Cars, Cites ₹25-a-Litre Running Cost
Nitin Gadkari has renewed his push for ethanol-powered vehicles, saying a Toyota Innova running on 100% ethanol will be launched in October.
Maharashtra's Rain Deficit Masks Sharp Regional Divide as Marathwada Wilts
Maharashtra's 18% monsoon deficit conceals severe regional variation, with Marathwada and parts of Solapur worst hit and rabi sowing under threat.
Godavari Declaration to be unveiled on World Tourism Day in Rajamahendravaram
The Godavari Declaration will be unveiled at World Tourism Day celebrations in Rajamahendravaram, with boating to Hope Island set to resume and hotels told to reserve rooms for Godavari Pushkarams-2027.
Trump Rejects Iran's Hormuz Reopening Proposal as War Nears Eighth Month
US President Donald Trump has turned down an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and halt fighting, as Tehran insists it will not bend on its nuclear programme.
Brazil Extends Diesel Subsidy as Global Oil Prices Stay Volatile
Brazil's finance ministry has extended its diesel subsidy at the current level, citing continued volatility in international oil and fuel prices.
Karnataka Cabinet to weigh milk price hike proposal, says CM Shivakumar
Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said the Cabinet will discuss a milk price hike proposal after milk unions sought an increase of up to ₹12 per litre.
BRS Alleges Congress Govt Planning to Privatise Telangana Power Utilities
BRS leader G. Jagadish Reddy alleges the Congress government in Telangana is planning to privatise power utilities, including Singareni Collieries, and accuses it of diverting G9 grade coal to other States.
Swiss Finance Minister Doubts UBS Will Leave Home Base After Capital Vote
Swiss Finance Minister Karin Keller-Sutter says UBS is unlikely to leave Switzerland despite a parliamentary vote backing stricter capital rules.
Amit Shah Launches She-Mart, Cooperative Initiatives for Women in Kollam
Amit Shah launched She-Mart shops and other cooperative initiatives in Kollam, Keralam, aimed at connecting women Self-Help Groups and rural entrepreneurs with markets.
Cost-of-Living Anger Tests Lula's Bid for a Fourth Term in Brazil
Brazil's President Lula is seeking a fourth term, but voter frustration over the cost of living is fuelling support for Senator Flavio Bolsonaro.
Centre orders 112 captive coal plants to run at full capacity through December
The Power Ministry has directed 112 captive coal-based generating stations of 50 MW and above to operate at maximum available capacity from October 1 to December 31, 2026.
US and China to Open AI Incident Channel, Push Military Crisis Talks After Summit
China and the US agreed to set up an AI incident channel and accelerate military crisis communications after a three-day leaders' summit in Washington.
Azerbaijan Signs $10 Billion in Investment Deals, Finalises Absheron Gas Expansion
Azerbaijan announced over $10 billion in potential investment agreements and a final investment decision on the Absheron gas field's second phase.
Rodriguez Returns From US Visit With No Deals and No Election Date
Delcy Rodriguez left New York without firm deals or an election date, as analysts say Washington's sway over Caracas is deepening.
Halan Backs IRDAI Overhaul, Urges Hard Deadline to Curb Mis-selling
Monika Halan has welcomed IRDAI's proposed distribution reforms but wants a six-month deadline, warning the industry will otherwise delay change.