International
Pakistan is reviewing the potential impact of the India–European Union Free Trade Agreement on its export sectors, especially textiles, as industry groups warn that duty-free access for Indian goods to the EU could weaken Pakistan’s competitive edge in key markets. Exporters Warn of Competitive Pressure Textile exporters and analysts say India’s newly gained tariff-free
Business Markets
Indian equity benchmarks traded lower in noon deals, with investor sentiment turning cautious amid mixed global cues and stock-specific selling. Benchmark Indices Under Pressure The BSE Sensex slipped 381 points, while the Nifty 50 fell below the 25,300 mark during mid-session trade. Selling pressure was seen across key sectors, dragging the broader market lower. Stocks
International
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has pointed to the India-European Union trade agreement as an example of how global cooperation can support a multipolar world order. He said no single country or narrow group of powers can address today’s global challenges on their own. Call for Multipolar Cooperation Guterres stressed that power is becoming more distributed […]
Science Space & Astronomy
SpaceX successfully launched two Falcon 9 rockets this week to expand its Starlink satellite network. One rocket lifted off from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, and another launched from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. West Coast Starlink Group 17-19 A Falcon 9 booster deployed 25 Starlink v2-mini satellites into a high-inclination orbit […]
Business
Google India reported an 11.3% rise in gross advertising revenue in the financial year ended March 2025, reaching ₹34,742 crore. The growth reflects continued strength in digital advertising demand across the Indian market. Net Revenue Under Pressure Despite higher gross ad revenue, Google India’s net advertising income declined during the year due to increased payouts
International
The United States has issued a general licence allowing American oil companies to operate in Venezuela’s oil sector, easing some restrictions imposed under existing sanctions. The decision marks a shift in Washington’s approach toward the South American nation’s energy industry. What the Licence Permits Under the licence, US oil companies are allowed to export, sell, […]