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The Economic Times
Exports may hit $1 Tn in FY27 on new trade deals, tariff cuts
February 10, 2026
India and the US have finalised a framework for signing the first phase of the bilateral trade …
Buoyed by its new trade agreements, India's goods and services exports in FY27 could rise to a …
India's goods and services exports in April-December 2025 is estimated at $634.26 billion, up 4.…
Storyboard18
Tier III and IV cities are on a hiring high, overtaking metros post India’s Labour Codes
February 10, 2026
India’s new Labour codes are quietly redrawing the country’s hiring map, and it’s the smaller …
Tier III and IV markets saw job postings surge by as much as 56 per cent, signaling a major …
Job postings for women rose 10 per cent, compared with 6.3 per cent for men, marking one of the …
India Today
India's GDP to grow 6.4% in FY27, fastest among G-20 nations: Moody's
February 10, 2026
India’s real GDP will grow 6.4% in FY2026–27, making it the fastest-growing economy among G-20 …
India’s economic expansion will be supported by steady domestic demand, improving investment …
RBI now expects real GDP to grow 6.9% in the first quarter and 7.0% in the second quarter, …
The Economic Times
Moody’s projects stable outlook for India's banking sector, NPAs to remain low
February 10, 2026
The outlook for India's banking sector is stable with the systemwide non-performing assets …
The India-US and India-EU trade deals are positive for the economy and are expected to …
India's GDP growth is being driven by higher consumption following the reduction in GST in …
Business Line
Indian exporters cheer as US trade deal signals growth in orders
February 10, 2026
India’s exporters are riding a wave of optimism following the India-US framework agreement, as …
India’s tariff levels are now half of China’s and below those of other competing nations, such …
US customers have already begun restoring orders to pre-tariff levels, signalling a “golden …
The Economic Times
New EPFO app to allow members to withdraw EPF money through UPI
February 10, 2026
EPFO, which has about 8 crore members, first introduced online auto-settlement of advance …
Subscribers of retirement fund body EPFO will be able to withdraw EPF directly into their bank …
The labour ministry is working on a project where a certain proportion of the EPF will be frozen,…
News18
India-US Trade Deal: A Force Multiplier
February 10, 2026
The Indo-US Trade Deal is in many ways, a triumph of PM Modi’s leadership – patient, principled …
The Indo-US Trade Deal isn’t just a trade pact but a testament to PM Modi’s visionary …
PM Modi’s strategy was clear– negotiate patiently, protect farmers and MSMEs and extract …
The Indian Express
From maritime to digital: India, Seychelles give ties a shot in arm
February 10, 2026
PM Modi announced a Special Economic Package of $175 million for Seychelles, comprising $125 …
India and Seychelles adopted a Joint Vision for Sustainability, Economic Growth and Security …
India-Seychelles ties are people-centric and play an important role in ensuring peace, security …
Business Standard
Steel ministry signs ₹13,203 crore MoUs with companies under PLI 1.2
February 10, 2026
The Ministry of Steel has signed MoUs with 55 companies for 85 projects under the third round …
PLI 1.2 was a decisive step towards building a resilient and globally competitive specialty …
Across PLI 1.0 and 1.1, committed investments of ₹43,874 crore have already translated into …
Deccan Herald
India’s coffee exports set to cross $2 billion mark in FY26
February 10, 2026
India is one of the major hubs for instant coffee production and exports, with value-added …
In the fiscal year ended March 2025, India’s coffee exports touched the $1.8 billion mark in …
India’s coffee exports are set to cross the $2 billion (little over Rs 18,000 crore) mark in …
Money Control
India-US interim trade deal signals boost in FDI and technology transfer
February 10, 2026
The interim trade deal framework, announced on February 6, brings more clarity to the eventual …
India exports around $10-11 billion of textiles to the US and this could increase significantly …
The DDG market in India is estimated at $2.5 billion currently and expected to reach $5 billion …
Money Control
Foreign inflows exceed $2 billion in Indian equities over nine sessions
February 10, 2026
Foreign investors have turned net buyers in Indian equities over the past nine trading sessions,…
Over the past decade, India’s valuation premium expanded steadily as Chinese and Korean …
The benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, are currently trading at one-year forward price-to-…
ANI News
Mauritius PM hails call with PM Modi as 'constructive,' affirms deeper collaboration at AI Summit
February 10, 2026
PM Modi received a phone call from his Mauritian counterpart Navinchandra Ramgoolam, during …
PM Modi welcomed the Mauritian Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam to India for the upcoming …
Last year in September, India extended a comprehensive Special Economic Package exceeding USD …
NDTV
Sergio Gor Credits PM Modi-Trump Friendship For India-US Trade Deal
February 10, 2026
India-US deal will see the US charge a reduced reciprocal tariff of 18% on Indian exports, …
The interim India-US agreement serves as a precursor to a broader Bilateral Trade Agreement, …
"Thanks to the friendship of President Trump with Prime Minister Modi, we were able to get the …
The Times Of india
Read, think, don't scroll: PM Modi recalls learning from TOI in Pariksha Pe Charcha
February 10, 2026
PM Modi interacted with students during the 2nd episode of the 9th Pariksha Pe Charcha, …
PM Modi advised students that AI should be utilised for guidance and value addition, ensuring …
"Every era has faced fears over new technologies, but technology must not become the master of …
News18
PPC 2026: 'You Can Begin Anytime, Even With Small Ideas,' PM Modi Shares Startup Mantra
February 10, 2026
PM Modi encouraged students to explore entrepreneurship early, noting that there is no fixed …
Pariksha Pe Charcha initiative empowers students to balance academics with passions, with PM …
"There is no fixed age, like 25 years, to start a startup. You can begin anytime, even with …
The Indian Express
Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026: ‘Practise previous years’ question papers,’ PM Modi to students
February 10, 2026
PM Modi advised students to maintain a healthy routine by ensuring a good night's sleep and …
The PPC 2026 highlights that technology and AI should be used for upskilling and value addition,…
"Discipline is the key, inspiration only adds to it": PM Modi
News18
Pariksha Pe Charcha: A student asked, “How can one become a good leader?” What did PM Modi reply?
February 10, 2026
In the 2nd episode of PPC, students asked PM Narendra Modi many interesting questions, and he …
PM Modi openly interacted with students from Coimbatore, Raipur, Devmogra (Gujarat), Guwahati, …
During PPC, PM Modi answered every question in a friendly and humorous way using simple language,…
ABP
Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026: “I come not to teach, but to learn,” said PM Modi during Pariksha Pe Charcha.
February 10, 2026
In the 2nd episode of Pariksha Pe Charcha, students interacted with PM Modi. They also asked …
“For many years, I have been interacting with students of Classes 10 and 12. I talk to them in …
PM Modi said that this time in PPC, he interacted with students from different parts of the …
News18
Malaysia's Ibrahim Shares Video Of PM Modi's Visit, Adds Bollywood Touch With ‘Bole Chudiyan’ Song
February 10, 2026
The visit of PM Modi to Malaysia included high-level bilateral talks and the 10th India-…
Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim highlighted the centuries-old cultural and economic ties between the …
"May the friendship between Malaysia and India, rooted in cultural, historical and economic …
The Indian Express
PM Modi in Malaysia: Future-proofing an ‘Act East’ partnership
February 10, 2026
India and Malaysia have agreed to integrate UPI with PayNet Malaysia, allowing citizens to …
India and Malaysia are enhancing financial sovereignty by encouraging trade in local currencies,…
By continuing joint military exercises like Harimau Shakti, India and Malaysia are signalling …
DD News
India signs DPI cooperation agreements with 23 countries; UPI goes live in eight nations
February 10, 2026
The Indian government has signed agreements with 23 nations to cooperate on India’s DPI and …
India’s UPI is now operational in more than 8 countries, facilitating seamless cross-border …
The India Stack Global portal serves as a gateway for partner countries to explore and adopt …
News18
A Modern Hikayat: How PM Modi’s Malaysia Visit Recasts Bilateral Ties
February 10, 2026
India and Malaysia have intensified military cooperation through joint exercises like Harimau …
The collaboration between IIT Madras and Malaysia’s Advanced Semiconductor Packaging and Test …
India’s semiconductor symbiosis promises to ring-fence supply vulnerabilities, turning geo-…
Business Standard
GeM upgrading portal to roll out 'future-ready' platform this year: CEO
February 10, 2026
GeM has crossed a significant milestone with over ₹17.33 lakh crore in total procurement, …
The upcoming GeM replatforming will establish a "data lake", supporting over 1.5 lakh …
"We are discussing how we can bring about ease of selling and buying on the GeM portal. We will …
The Economic Times
India-US trade deal protects all sensitive agriculture products, nothing to worry for farmers: Piyush Goyal
February 10, 2026
The Indian government has ensured that India’s sensitive agricultural products remain fully …
India plans to purchase $500 billion in goods from the US to diversify import sources and …
"India-US trade deal protects all sensitive agriculture products, nothing to worry for farmers” :…
Money Control
'Nothing to worry about for dairy or farmers': Amul MD on India-US trade deal
February 10, 2026
The Central government has successfully negotiated a reduction in US tariffs on Indian dairy …
The India-US trade framework aims to more than double bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030, …
"There is nothing to worry about for the cattle feed, dairy, or farm sectors based on what has …
Business Standard
India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 to boost domestic chip manufacturing
February 09, 2026
The new ISM 2.0 is designed to boost domestic chip production, attracting investment and …
By enhancing design, fabrication and component manufacturing, ISM 2.0 aims to reduce reliance …
The expanded mission is expected to spur high-skill jobs, R&D investment and innovation in …
The Financial Express
SBI outperforms street expectations; posts its highest-ever quarterly profit of Rs 21,028 crore
February 09, 2026
SBI posted a highest-ever quarterly profit of ₹21,028cr, surpassing market expectations and …
Improved asset quality with lower NPAs, rising net interest income and robust advances …
Steady deposit growth and sustained fee income reflect resilient demand and confidence in India’…
The Hindu
PM Modi vows stronger India-Malaysia ties in strategic pivot; says ‘no compromise’ on terrorism
February 09, 2026
India and Malaysia inked a total of 11 agreements and documents to expand cooperation in a …
PM Modi and Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim “unequivocally and strongly condemned” terrorism in all …
PM Modi and Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim reaffirmed their commitment to strengthen bilateral and …
Daily Excelsior
PM Modi meets INA veteran during visit to Malaysia
February 09, 2026
We remain forever indebted to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, the brave women and men of the INA, …
PM Modi met Indian National Army veteran Jeyaraj Raja Rao in Kuala Lumpur and conveyed the …
In September 1943, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, in a rousing address to thousands of followers, …
NDTV
PM Modi Greets Japan PM Sanae Takaichi On Snap Election Victory
February 09, 2026
PM Modi greeted his Japanese counterpart Sanae Takaichi on her "landmark victory" in the …
India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership plays a vital role in enhancing global …
“Congratulations, Sanae Takaichi, on your landmark victory in the elections to the House of …
ANI News
India's position in Asia improves with India-US deal, positive for equities and export-oriented sectors: Report
February 09, 2026
India's external position among Asian peers improves following the interim trade framework …
The US has legally withdrawn the additional 25 per cent ad valorem duty under Executive Order …
The interim trade framework lays a strong foundation for a broader India-US trade agreement: Report
News18
Modi Holds The Line: The 'India Effect' On Trump And New Power Settlement With US
February 09, 2026
The interim agreement between India and the US is not a mere pause in hostilities but a mutual …
The US has slashed reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods from a punitive 50 percent to 18 percent, …
The removal of the 25 percent penalty and the drop from a 50 percent to 18 percent US tariff …
The Economic Times
India-U.S. trade deal seen boosting aerospace sourcing, aircraft orders
February 09, 2026
Global aerospace manufacturers are closely examining the fine print of the India-U.S. trade …
The India-U.S. trade agreement provides for zero-duty access on aerospace components exported …
India is expected to emerge as one of the Boeing’s largest overseas component suppliers in the …
The Economic Times
Shipbuilding, roads, railways to anchor Rs 12.2 lakh crore capex in FY27
February 09, 2026
The government has budgeted total expenditure of over Rs 53.47 lakh crore for 2026–27, with …
The government’s Rs 12.2 lakh crore capital expenditure will be largely channelled into …
The Union Cabinet had approved a Rs 69,725 crore package in September last year to revive India’…
ET Energy World
PM Modi courts Malaysian investment: Industry leaders eye India’s growth story
February 09, 2026
PM Modi interacted with four leading industry leaders of Malaysia and appreciated the strong …
The Malaysian industry leaders appreciated the reforms undertaken by the Government of India …
During his visit to Malaysia, PM Modi highlighted the initiatives and reforms undertaken in …
Business Standard
Apparel industry lauds India-US interim trade deal as 'father of all deals'
February 09, 2026
Indian apparel exporters hail the India-US interim trade agreement as the “father of all deals,”…
Leaders say the India-US interim trade deal could double apparel business to the US (about ₹14,…
The India-US trade agreement is seen as mutually beneficial, easing trade barriers for India …
The Indian Express
MGR song at lunch table: PM Modi lauds ‘shared affection’ for Tamil during Malaysia visit
February 09, 2026
At a lunch hosted by Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim, a song from the classic MGR film Naalai …
With nearly 3 million people of Indian origin in Malaysia, majority of Tamil heritage, PM Modi …
The moment reinforced India’s use of cultural diplomacy to deepen bilateral ties and celebrate …
News On Air
Diamond sector hails India-US trade deal
February 09, 2026
India’s diamond industry has hailed the India-US trade deal, saying tariff reductions will …
Traders say lower US tariffs will help Indian diamond exporters become more competitive, …
The India-US interim trade deal is seen as an important step in India’s Viksit Bharat journey, …
Lokmat Times
India–US trade deal comes as boon for MSME sector: CAIT
February 09, 2026
CAIT calls the India-US trade deal a major opportunity for Indian MSMEs, saying improved market …
The India-US interim trade agreement is expected to help small firms compete more effectively …
Enhanced export prospects under the India-US trade agreement a could support job creation and …
The Financial Express
Qualcomm announces 2-nm chip tape out from India
February 09, 2026
Qualcomm announces the tape-out of a 2 nm chip from India, highlighting cutting-edge …
The tape-out of a 2nm chip by Qualcomm reflects India’s growing role in advanced chip design …
The 2 nm tape-out positions India as a key contributor to next-generation semiconductors and …
Business Line
India today negotiating trade deals from a position of strength, confidence: Goyal
February 09, 2026
The India of today is negotiating trade deals from a position of strength and confidence that …
India and US have reached an agreement on tariffs, seen as a first step towards finalising a …
India is a $4 trillion economy today and is set to become a $30–35 trillion economy by 2047, …
The Economic Times
India an indispensable partner for Europe; is now necessary to have,' Greek Defence Minister says
February 09, 2026
India is now an “indispensable partner” for Europe: Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias
At the India-EU Forum 2026, he voiced strong support for the EU-India FTA, calling it …
Defence Minister Dendias's statement came amid discussions on enhancing cooperation across trade,…
Business Standard
India, Malaysia sign 11 agreements, boost semicon and defence ties
February 09, 2026
PM Modi concluded his two-day visit to Malaysia with the two sides resolving to expand their …
India and Malaysia have signed 11 agreements, including for greater cooperation in the fields …
India and Malaysia have announced a collaboration between NPCI International Limited (NIPL) and …
Business Standard
Eway bill generation rises 43% in January, the second-highest ever
February 09, 2026
E-way bill generation in January touched 136.83 million, 42.6 per cent higher than the year-ago …
The sustained rise in eway bill generation points to continued consumption-led demand, …
The 42.6% year-on-year E-way bill growth indicates not only higher activity but also improved …
The Indian Express
EU, US deals connect India to world’s largest markets, open new trade vistas - Soumya Kanti Ghosh
February 09, 2026
The India-EU FTA and US interim trade deal together connect India to the world’s largest markets,…
India has protected vulnerable sectors like agriculture and dairy while securing market …
Preferential access could significantly boost exports in textiles, chemicals, apparel and more, …
The Times Of india
First came confidence, then the great Indian trade sprint’ - Nripendra Misra
February 09, 2026
Nripendra Misra notes that India’s earlier trade caution has given way to confidence, enabling …
Nripendra Misra highlights the India-US & India-EU trade pacts as markers of a new era in India’…
Recent trade agreements with EU and the US signal India’s participation in global value chains …
The Times Of india
18% tariffs, boosts to exports, agriculture protected: How India benefits from trade deal with US? Explained
February 08, 2026
India-US trade pact: Reciprocal tariff rate on India’s exports comes down to 18%
US President Donald Trump signs an executive order revoking the 25% tariffs that had been …
With an 18% tariff rate, India gets a competitive advantage compared to regional peers in …
News18
India-US Trade Deal: Big Win For Indian Farmers & Exporters
February 08, 2026
The India-US Trade Framework stands as a historic milestone in bilateral relations between the …
India-US Trade Framework following intense negotiations, reverses punitive tariffs imposed on …
India-US Trade Framework is historic because it transforms a year of tariff uncertainty and …
News18
You Maybe New To...’: PM Modi Writes To Kerala MP Sadanandan Master, Praises His RS Speech
February 08, 2026
PM Modi writes a personal letter to Member of Parliament Sadanandan Master, appreciating his …
Yes, you may be relatively new to Parliament, but you possess a lifetime of service and a …
MP Sadanandan Master’s speech reflected commitment towards democratic values and public welfare …