China Cuts Tariffs on US Farm Goods, Leaves Soybeans Out
China has lowered tariffs on a range of US agricultural goods including corn, wheat, meat and dairy, but kept an extra 10% duty on soybeans, its largest farm import from the US.
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Centre Urges Drought-Hit States to Align Rabi Sowing with Water Availability
Centre asks drought-affected states to rethink rabi crop plans, prioritise less water-intensive pulses and oilseeds, and assess soil moisture before sowing.
LBMA to defend duty-of-care claim in London High Court over Tanzania mine
The London Bullion Market Association will appear in the High Court on October 7 to contest a claim brought by families of two Tanzanian artisanal miners killed at North Mara in 2019.
Gujarat Police Book Unrecognised Parties Over Alleged Donation Tax Fraud
FIRs have been filed against several Gujarat RUPPs after I-T complaints alleged donations were returned to donors in cash, causing large tax losses.
Supreme Court Won't Halt UPI Merchant Charges, Seeks Centre's Reasoning
The Supreme Court declined to stay the new 0.4% fee on UPI person-to-merchant payments above Rs 2,000, seeking the Centre's explanation within four weeks.
U.P. expands fisheries push with Gram Sabha ponds and river leasing
Uttar Pradesh has leased over 80,000 hectares of Gram Sabha ponds and 2,205 km of rivers, lifting fish production from 6.29 lakh tonnes to 15.90 lakh tonnes in eight years.
UK housebuilder shares surge on revived first-time buyer support plan
British homebuilder stocks jumped after the government confirmed a new first-time buyer equity loan scheme, reviving a policy that expired in 2023.
Zambia Sets Sights on 7% Average Growth Over Next Three Years
Zambia's finance ministry projects average growth of 7% over the next three years, with annual targets of 6.0% in 2027, 7.5% in 2028 and 7.1% in 2029.
Trump-Xi Washington Summit Exposes 'Managed Stalemate' in US-China Ties
Trump's pomp-filled summit with Xi yielded only modest tariff concessions and no timeline, reinforcing views that China sees little incentive to give Trump pre-midterm wins.
PM-MKSSY Aquaculture Insurance: Covering India's Fish Farmers Against Crop Loss
PM-MKSSY provides aquaculture insurance incentives of up to 40% of premium, with claims settled in 30-45 days, as India's fish output hits 19.8 million tonnes.
US and China unveil product lists under $30 billion tariff cut deal
The US and China released reciprocal product lists worth about $30 billion each under a tariff cut deal, following a Xi-Trump meeting in Washington.
Centre launches digital portal to streamline livestock insurance
The Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying has launched a livestock insurance portal to digitise policy issuance, claims and monitoring under the National Livestock Mission.
Naveen Patnaik leads Odisha Assembly protest, urges united front against MMDR Act
Naveen Patnaik led a demonstration outside the Odisha Assembly, demanding a united fight against the MMDR Amendment Act 2026 and accusing the BJP of ignoring state interests.
Srikakulam floods cause ₹150 crore loss as Nagavali water lingers in paddy fields
Floods in Srikakulam district have caused an estimated ₹150 crore loss, with paddy crops in low-lying areas still submerged.
Nepal FM Khanal Calls India Ties 'Excellent', Flags Two-Thirds Trade Dependence
Nepal's Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal said ties with India are in an excellent phase, noting that about two-thirds of Nepal's trade flows through its southern neighbour.
Japan's FX diplomat Mimura tells markets to take yen warning at face value
Japan's top currency diplomat Atsushi Mimura said markets should take the 'very clear' message from Tokyo and Washington on the yen at face value.
Kazakh court rejects Kashagan operator's bid to block $5 billion fine enforcement
A Kazakh court has dismissed a lawsuit by the Kashagan oilfield operator seeking to block enforcement of an environmental fine of around $5 billion.
US and China Agree Tariff Cuts on $60 Billion of Goods, Extend Trade Truce
China and the US have agreed to cut tariffs on $60 billion of goods and extend their trade truce to January 10, with new commitments on agriculture, coal and financial services.
Mandaviya Urges Industry-Worker Dialogue as AI Reshapes Jobs
Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya called for stronger industry-worker dialogue and clarity on the four labour codes as AI and digital technology reshape jobs.
Germany's Gas Supply Secure Despite Low Storage, Says VNG Chief
VNG CEO says Germany can meet winter gas demand despite storage at 57%, citing diversified imports and LNG access.