Around 40 countries, including India and Turkiye, have voiced concerns at the WTO regarding a China-backed Investment Facilitation for Development (IFD) proposal. Proponents aim for a deal at MC14, but critics worry about constrained policy flexibility and the absence of…
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Governments are rapidly adopting AI for routine decision-making, with 80% expected to deploy agents by 2028. While advancements in AI offer new automation possibilities, fragmentation and legacy systems hinder progress. Decision intelligence, focusing on governing the decisions themselves, is becoming…
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In May, senior officials from both sides are sto hold consultations on the Indo-Pacific region, focusing on maritime security, supply chain resilience and regional stability amid global disruptions.
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Kotak Mahindra Bank is poised to acquire Deutsche Bank’s India retail business for approximately Rs 4,500 crore, becoming the preferred buyer. The deal, expected next week, includes a retail loan and deposit book of Rs 27,000 crore, strengthening Kotak’s franchise…
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Markets witnessed a volatile session on Friday and ended marginally higher, taking a breather after the previous session’s steep decline. Analysts maintain a cautious stance given the prevailing negative sentiment and recommend preferring hedged positions over naked trades until greater…
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Iran on Monday faces a deadline by President Donald Trump to open up the crucial Strait of Hormuz or face a major US assault on power plants, as Israel warned of weeks more of war. “If the United States’ threats…
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