Liquidity push: RBI announces Rs 2 lakh crore bond buys and $10 billion swap; steps up support for banking system

The Reserve Bank of India on Tuesday announced a fresh liquidity infusion, unveiling plans to purchase government securities worth Rs 2 lakh crore and conduct a $10 billion dollar-rupee swap auction to ease conditions in the banking system.The central bank said the open market operations (OMO) purchases and the USD/INR buy-sell swap auctions will be […]

Economy

India-US trade talks progress, exporters hope for deeper market access

Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal on Tuesday said India is actively engaged in trade discussions with the US, and hopes to conclude the talks “sooner than later” in a manner that restores deeper market access for domestic exporters. He also said that despite challenges in the US, Indian exporters have maintained their exports in that market. […]

‘Economic golden age’: Donald Trump hails Q3 GDP beat as proof of tariffs push; inflation and jobs data add caution

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday seized on stronger-than-expected third-quarter growth to claim an “economic golden age,” arguing that tariffs and his tax policies were driving a sharp acceleration in activity even as official data pointed to lingering inflation pressures and a softening labour market.In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the US economy’s […]

Economy

Hindustan Shipyard builds 60-tonne indigenous tug for Vizag Port

Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) has achieved a key milestone in India’s indigenous shipbuilding programme with the keel-laying of the first 60-tonne Bollard Pull tug for the Visakhapatnam Port Authority and the signing of a contract for a second tug. Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) on Monday marked a key milestone in India’s indigenous shipbuilding programme with […]

Horoscope Today, December 23, 2025: These zodiacs are likely to receive stable income from property rentals

Aries (March 21–April 20) Career growth feels rewarding as new opportunities align with your ambitions. Passing family wisdom to the younger generation builds stronger roots and connections. Drinking enough water keeps your vitality balanced and your focus sharp. Financial surprises might appear, but can be handled with calm thinking. Learning inspires curiosity as new concepts […]

Cardiologist shares life-saving tips for heart attacks you can follow in first few minutes: ‘Monitor breathing and…’

Heart attacks can happen unexpectedly, and the way you respond in the first few minutes can be critical. While waiting for medical help, knowing the right steps to take and the mistakes to avoid can save lives. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Gajinder Kumar Goyal, Program Clinical Director–Cardiology, Marengo Asia Hospitals, Faridabad, shares […]