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• Cybercrime surge: CBI flags Myanmar's ‘digital arrest’ rackets; chargesheet reveals slave compounds, cross-border control

  11-12-2025 15:05 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Myanmar and its neighbors are now major hubs for digital arrest cyber-fraud networks, coercing trafficked Indians into running call-center scams. CBI investigations reveal extensive cross-border connections and foreign-controlled bank accounts used to collect victim funds, aligning with broader cyber-slavery network probes.
  
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• Crypto deal: Pakistan, Binance sign MoU on tokenising sovereign assets; plan covers up to $2 bn

  12-12-2025 19:00 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Pakistan has signed a non-binding MoU with Binance to explore tokenizing up to $2 billion in sovereign and real-world assets. This move aims to enhance liquidity and transparency by digitizing government holdings through blockchain platforms. The collaboration signals Pakistan's commitment to adopting blockchain-based financial infrastructure and attracting global investors.
  
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• US compliance alert: New York warned of $73M fund loss; federal audit flags improper immigrant commercial licences

  12-12-2025 18:41 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  New York faces a potential $73 million loss in federal highway funds after an audit revealed thousands of immigrant commercial driver's licenses were allegedly issued without proper verification. The Transportation Department found over half of reviewed non-domiciled licenses were improperly issued, with New York unable to demonstrate status verification for 32,000 active licenses.
  
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• Stock market holidays 2026: NSE releases holiday calendar; check key dates, weekend closures, Muhurat session & outlook

  12-12-2025 17:45 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  The NSE has released its 2026 trading holiday calendar, featuring 15 full market closures, one more than the previous year. Key festivals like Holi, Ram Navami, and Diwali Balipratipada are listed, with Diwali Laxmi Pujan falling on a Sunday. The customary Muhurat Trading session will occur on November 8.
  
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• Diamond market outlook: Russian miner ALROSA CEO says India will adapt to US tariffs; natural stones to stay resilient as synthetic prices plunge

  12-12-2025 16:39 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  ALROSA CEO Pavel Maryinchev believes US tariff hikes on Indian diamonds will be a temporary hurdle, with the sector adapting and costs potentially passed to consumers. He highlighted strong Asian demand, declining natural diamond production stabilizing the market, and synthetic diamonds losing appeal due to price drops and lack of uniqueness. ALROSA also emphasized its natural diamonds' environmental advantage.
  
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• Diamond market outlook: ALROSA CEO says India will adapt to US tariffs; natural stones to stay resilient as synthetic prices plunge

  12-12-2025 16:39 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  ALROSA CEO Pavel Maryinchev believes US tariff hikes on Indian diamonds will be a temporary hurdle, with the sector adapting and costs potentially passed to consumers. He highlighted strong Asian demand, declining natural diamond production stabilizing the market, and synthetic diamonds losing appeal due to price drops and lack of uniqueness. ALROSA also emphasized its natural diamonds' environmental advantage.
  
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• FDI reform push: Cabinet clears bill to raise foreign investment in insurance to 100%; key guardrails, LIC changes included

  12-12-2025 16:35 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  The Union Cabinet has approved a bill to allow 100% foreign direct investment in the insurance sector, aiming to boost penetration and growth. The proposed legislation, slated for introduction soon, also includes provisions for mergers and a dedicated policyholder fund, while mandating Indian citizenship for key leadership roles. This move is expected to attract global capital and expertise.
  
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• Rupee at historic low: How 9% real depreciation could reshape India’s economy - explained

  12-12-2025 16:27 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  The Indian rupee is experiencing a significant decline against the US dollar, which could impact inflation, exports, and corporate margins. While short-term effects are challenging, a weaker rupee could boost long-term growth by encouraging domestic production and improving export competitiveness. Experts anticipate this trend may continue due to trade deal uncertainties and capital flow pressures.
  
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• BSE, Department Of Posts Enter Agreement To Expand Mutual Fund Access Across India

  12-12-2025 16:10 via zeenews.india.com
  The StAR MF platform handles more than 85 per cent of exchange‑based mutual fund transactions and records over 7 crore transactions monthly — to extend investor access into rural and semi‑urban areas. The Department of Posts, with over 1.64 lakh post offices across the country, can enable last-mile access, investor education, and trust-driven mutual fund distribution nationwide.
  
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• Historic Surge: Silver Breaks Rs 2 Lakh Mark, Gold At New Peak — Here’s Why

  12-12-2025 15:58 via zeenews.india.com
  Silver has been on a powerful upward run, fuelled by rising industrial demand, shrinking global stockpiles and growing interest from investors. Additional triggers including US Federal Reserve rate cuts and heightened geopolitical tensions have only strengthened its appeal.
  
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• US markets today: Wall Street holds firm, Lululemon jumps on CEO exit; AI stocks slip with Broadcom

  12-12-2025 15:53 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Indian markets mirrored global trends with advances, while US stocks saw a mixed performance on Friday. Tech stocks, particularly AI-related names like Broadcom, faced selling pressure despite overall market strength. Lululemon surged on strong results and CEO transition news. European and Asian markets largely traded higher, with Japan anticipating an interest rate hike.
  
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• Coal policy reform: Cabinet okays CoalSETU window for auction-based linkages; new route to allow industrial use and export

  12-12-2025 14:57 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  The government has launched CoalSETU, a new auction route for long-term coal supplies, removing previous end-use restrictions for industrial consumers and exports. This move aims to boost domestic coal use, cut import reliance, and enhance ease of doing business.Any domestic buyer, except traders, can participate, with exports allowed up to 50% of allocated coal.
  
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• US rental aid update: Section 8 landlord payments resume after shutdown delay; $1,500 checks begin rolling out

  12-12-2025 14:34 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Landlord subsidy payments of up to $1,500 under the Section 8 rental assistance program are now rolling out after federal government shutdown delays. These Housing Assistance Payments support low-income households, seniors, and people with disabilities by covering a portion of rent.
  
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• India's Seafood Exports Up 14% In April-Oct, Shrimp Exports To US Robust In 5 years

  12-12-2025 14:19 via zeenews.india.com
  MPEDA is also conducting sensitisation programmes on various FTAs to help exporters utilize new opportunities.
  
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• India’s Forex Reserves Up By $1.03 Billion To $687.26 Billion, Gold Reserves Jump

  12-12-2025 14:08 via zeenews.india.com
  The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) routinely monitors developments in the foreign exchange market and undertakes interventions when necessary to preserve orderly trading conditions. India witnessed an unprecedented surge in foreign direct investment (FDI) commitments this year.
  
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• India’s Top 10 Best Selling SUVs In November 2025: Creta Falls Behind As Tata Steals The Show - Full List

  12-12-2025 13:48 via zeenews.india.com
  Top-Selling SUVs In November 2025: The SUV market is growing rapidly. Currently, SUVs account for more than 50 percent of total car sales in India.
  
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• Forex monitor: India’s reserves rise by $1 bn; gold holdings jump sharply as overall kitty hits $687.26 bn

  12-12-2025 13:47 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  India's foreign exchange reserves saw a significant increase of USD 1.033 billion, reaching USD 687.26 billion in the week ending December 5. This rise was primarily driven by a substantial jump in gold reserves, which grew by USD 1.188 billion. Foreign currency assets experienced a slight dip, while Special Drawing Rights saw an increase.
  
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• Big Update For Investors: NPS Funds Allowed To Invest In Gold And Silver ETFs

  12-12-2025 13:42 via zeenews.india.com
  The new master circular replaces several older investment guidelines and clearly outlines how much NPS, UPS, and APY funds can invest across different asset classes. These include equity, debt, short-term instruments, ETFs such as gold and silver, and various other schemes.
  
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• How ‘Short-Distance Stop’ Metro Rail Made Life Easier In Metropolitan Cities?

  12-12-2025 13:38 via zeenews.india.com
  Metro Networks: Short-distance metro networks encourage people to walk more and depend less on motorbikes and cars for short trips. 
  
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• Maha Govt Tables Bill To Address Concerns Over Conveyance Deeds For New Residential Projects

  12-12-2025 13:30 via zeenews.india.com
  The proposed amendment is designed to address a major legal lacuna concerning conveyance deeds for newer residential projects registered under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act (RERA), 2016.
  
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• Haryana’s New Urban Frontier: With Disneyland, Industries And New Township, Can Manesar Live Up To Expectation?

  12-12-2025 13:21 via zeenews.india.com
  Once known for its agrarian landscape and dispersed industrial belts, Haryana is now embracing a future anchored in large, master-planned townships that seamlessly integrate economic activity, residential living, and modern infrastructure. 
  
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• Indian Auto Sector Clocks Best Nov Sales, Passenger Vehicles Log 19% Growth

  12-12-2025 13:11 via zeenews.india.com
  The automobile industry in India registered its best November sales this year, as passenger vehicle (PV) sales increased nearly 19 per cent to 4,12,405 units from the same month last year, according to the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) data released on Friday.
  
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• Copra price boost: Govt hikes Copra MSP for 2026 season; farmers to get up to Rs 12,500 per quintal

  12-12-2025 12:57 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  The Centre government has approved higher Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for copra for the 2026 season, with milling copra set at Rs 12,027 per quintal and ball copra at Rs 12,500 per quintal. These increases aim to provide better returns to coconut growers and encourage expanded production to meet growing demand.
  
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• Mercedes-Benz Hikes Car Prices By Up To 2%, To Be Effective From Jan 1

  12-12-2025 12:55 via zeenews.india.com
  Mercedes-Benz India on Friday announced that it will increase prices across its entire model range by up to 2 per cent starting January 1, 2026.
   
  
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• Cabinet Approves CoalSETU Window: Auction Of Coal Linkages For Diverse Industrial Uses And Exports

  12-12-2025 12:44 via zeenews.india.com
  The Policy will allow allocation of coal linkages on auction basis on long-term for any industrial use and export by adding a separate window named CoalSETU in the NRS (Non-Regulated Sector) Linkage Auction Policy of 2016 wherein any domestic buyer requiring coal can participate in the linkage auction.
  
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• Trade impact: Mexico’s tariff hike to hit 75% of India’s exports; duties to rise up to 50% from Jan 2026

  12-12-2025 12:34 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  India's exports to Mexico face a significant blow from January 1, 2026, as Mexico imposes steep tariffs of up to 50% on non-FTA partners. Nearly 75% of India's $5.75 billion shipments, including autos, smartphones, and steel, will face sharply higher duties, potentially pricing them out of the market. Pharmaceuticals remain largely unaffected.
  
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• Cabinet Approves Minimum Support Price For Copra For 2026 Season

  12-12-2025 12:33 via zeenews.india.com
  A higher MSP will not only ensure better remunerative returns to the coconut growers but also incentivize farmers to expand copra production to meet the growing demand for coconut products both domestically and internationally, said CCEA note.
  
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• E-Vehicles vs Fuel Vehicles: Which Sector Has More Vehicles In India?

  12-12-2025 12:19 via zeenews.india.com
  E-Vehicles vs Fuel Vehicles: As of now, there are nearly 400 million total vehicles registered in India, including passenger vehicles, two-wheelers, commercial vehicles and more.
  
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• Sensex, Nifty Extend Gains As Metal Stocks Rally

  12-12-2025 11:43 via zeenews.india.com
  Sector-wise, the Nifty Metal index led the rally with a jump of 2.63 per cent, followed by realty, consumer durables and oil and gas. The FMCG and media sectors slipped into the red. Meanwhile, silver prices in India continued their sharp upward trend.
  
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• Retail inflation sees uptick: CPI inflation rises to 0.71% in November; up from 0.25% in October

  12-12-2025 11:42 via timesofindia.indiatimes.com
  
  Headline inflation rose to 0.71% in November 2025. The rural sector experienced increases in both headline and food inflation for November 2025.
  
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