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Trump's 100 pc tariff on pharma unlikely to immediately impact Indian exports: Experts

"The proposed 100 per cent tariff on branded and patented pharmaceutical imports is unlikely to have an immediate impact on Indian exports, as the bulk of our contribution lies in simple generics, while most large Indian companies already operate US manufacturing or repackaging units and are exploring further acquisitions," said Namit Joshi, Chairman of the Pharmaceuticals Export Promotion Council of India (Pharmexcil).

Sep 26, 2025

PM Modi launches Mahila Rojgar Yojana, transfers Rs 7,500 crore to 75 lakh women in Bihar

The scheme -- originally announced by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar -- aims to make women Aatmanirbhar (self-reliant) by promoting self-employment and livelihood opportunities. Of the 3.06 crore applications received, 75 lakh women were selected as first-phase beneficiaries, Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary said.

Sep 26, 2025

Bengaluru shopkeeper, aide assault woman over saree theft; all three arrested

DCP West Division S. Girish stated on Thursday, "The incident occurred on September 21 within the limits of City Market police station. A 1.54-minute video of the assault has gone viral on social media, sparking widespread concern.

Sep 26, 2025

Domestic generic producers may see near-term gains as US imposes tariffs on pharma

Generic drugs are currently exempted from US tariffs and according to Sudarshan Jain, Secretary General, Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance (IPA), the latest tariff announcement is for "branded or patented drugs, and not applicable to generics".

Sep 26, 2025

Centre initiates dialogue with agitating Ladakh groups amid Leh violence; Delhi meet next month

After violent protests in Leh, representatives of the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) held talks with the Union Home Ministry. Both groups will attend a preparatory meeting in New Delhi on September 27 or 28, ahead of the High-Powered Committee dialogue scheduled for October 6.

Sep 26, 2025

Coal PSUs announce Rs 1.03 lakh as performance linked reward for non-executive workers

The reward payment will benefit approximately 2.1 lakh non-executive cadre employees of Coal India Ltd and its subsidiaries, along with around 38,000 non-executive workers at Singareni Collieries Company Ltd (SCCL), according to the statement.

Sep 26, 2025

Italy's Deputy PM confirms support for early EU Free Trade Agreement with India

After a meeting here on Thursday with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal, he said on X, "I confirmed Italy's support for a rapid finalisation of the Free Trade Agreement."

Sep 26, 2025

Trump shifts tone on Ukraine, says Kyiv can 'fight and win' back territory

Trump announces tariffs of up to 100 pc on imports of pharma drugs; move may hit India

In a post on Truth Social, the US President stated, "Starting October 1, 2025, we will be imposing a 100 per cent Tariff on any branded or patented Pharmaceutical Product, unless a Company IS BUILDING their Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Plant in America."

Sep 26, 2025

PM Modi inaugurates International Trade Show in Greater Noida, interacts with entrepreneurs

PM Modi interacts with entrepreneurs at UP International Trade Show, praises work

Entrepreneur Abhishek Grover, who is a beneficiary of the CM Yuva Yojana and PM Vishwakarma scheme, said that both PM Modi and UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inquired about his company's plans and engagement with the youth.

Sep 25, 2025

'Inciting them against nation': BJP leaders slam Rahul Gandhi's Gen Z remarks

Rahul Gandhi demands expedited relief, aid efforts for Maha farmers; Sule wants blanket loan waiver

Rahul Gandhi's appeal for swift action was echoed by Supriya Sule, the working president of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), who emphasized the need for a blanket loan waiver for the farmers.

Sep 25, 2025

Karnataka begins crackdown on bike taxi, Association appeals to Rahul Gandhi

HC raps K'taka govt for delay in forming bike taxi policy, says considering lifting ban

Making submissions, Advocate General Shashi Kiran Shetty, representing the government, stated that the government has not permitted bike taxis to provide services to commuters. He said the policy has been introduced to protect gig workers, and currently, bike taxis are only allowed to carry out deliveries of goods. Hence, action should be taken against aggregators providing services to passengers.

Sep 25, 2025

Festival of taxes or festival of votes? Decoding PM Modi's GST address to nation

11 years of Make in India: PM Modi hails transformative impact, says laid foundation for Aatmanirbharta

Taking to his social media handle, PM Modi wrote, "11 years ago on this day, the Make in India initiative was launched with a vision to add momentum to India's growth and tap into our nation's entrepreneurial potential."

Sep 25, 2025

Will meet IT companies, they should know their responsibilities: Shivakumar on B'luru pothole issue

Speaking to the media after paying his final respects to iconic Kannada author S.L. Bhyrappa in Bengaluru on Thursday, Shivakumar, responding to a question, said, "Of course, I am meeting IT companies. They are our friends, but they should also know their responsibilities."

Sep 25, 2025

North Korea presumed to possess up to 2,000 kg of highly enriched uranium: South Korea

The minister disclosed the assessment during a press conference, citing publicly released estimates by experts, highlighting the urgency of stopping North Korea's nuclear programs, Yonhap news agency reported.

Sep 25, 2025

Nothing's CMF to become Indian brand; announces $100 million JV with Optiemus to create 1,800 jobs

Smartphone maker Nothing has given its affordable sub-brand CMF a big push by turning it into an independent subsidiary with India as its global base for operations, research, and manufacturing, the company said on Thursday.

Sep 25, 2025

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Trump's 100 pc tariff on pharma unlikely to immediately impact Indian exports: Experts

PM Modi launches Mahila Rojgar Yojana, transfers Rs 7,500 crore to 75 lakh women in Bihar

Bengaluru shopkeeper, aide assault woman over saree theft; all three arrested

Domestic generic producers may see near-term gains as US imposes tariffs on pharma

Centre initiates dialogue with agitating Ladakh groups amid Leh violence; Delhi meet next month

Coal PSUs announce Rs 1.03 lakh as performance linked reward for non-executive workers

Italy's Deputy PM confirms support for early EU Free Trade Agreement with India

Trump announces tariffs of up to 100 pc on imports of pharma drugs; move may hit India

PM Modi interacts with entrepreneurs at UP International Trade Show, praises work

Rahul Gandhi demands expedited relief, aid efforts for Maha farmers; Sule wants blanket loan waiver

HC raps K'taka govt for delay in forming bike taxi policy, says considering lifting ban

11 years of Make in India: PM Modi hails transformative impact, says laid foundation for Aatmanirbharta

Will meet IT companies, they should know their responsibilities: Shivakumar on B'luru pothole issue

North Korea presumed to possess up to 2,000 kg of highly enriched uranium: South Korea

Nothing's CMF to become Indian brand; announces $100 million JV with Optiemus to create 1,800 jobs

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

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