Category: BUSINESS

New Delhi, November 15, 2025: The Al Falah grid investigation has entered its most aggressive phase yet, with authorities conducting round-the-clock interrogations to uncover the network’s full scale. Officers involved in the operation say the tightened grid indicates that crucial leads have surfaced, prompting agencies to work without pause to trace financial routes, communication chains, and possible sleeper links.

Security officials noted that the intensified questioning aims to extract consistent narratives and identify contradictions that could reveal hidden operatives. The heightened pace suggests the probe is approaching a decisive stage, with agencies determined to prevent any escape or tampering of evidence. More updates are expected as the investigation continues at high speed.

Cupertino, November 15, 2025 — Apple is reportedly ramping up its succession planning in a bid to prepare for CEO Tim Cook’s exit, possibly as early as next year. According to sources, the board and senior executives are intensifying discussions around potential successors, with John Ternus — Apple’s Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering — emerging as a front-runner.

As part of the leadership shake-up, longtime Apple executive Sabih Khan has recently been named Chief Operating Officer, stepping into a role that could be pivotal in the next phase of Apple’s management. The acceleration of succession efforts suggests the tech giant is making strategic moves to ensure a smooth transition at the top.

New Delhi, November 15, 2025: Union Minister Piyush Goyal said today that “all possibilities are on the table” regarding the India-Canada Free Trade Agreement (FTA), signalling that New Delhi remains open to constructive negotiations despite recent diplomatic tensions. Speaking to reporters, Goyal noted that India is willing to explore every viable option that benefits Indian businesses, boosts exports, and strengthens long-term economic ties.

The minister added that any forward movement will depend on mutual respect, balanced concessions, and a clear commitment from both sides to resolve outstanding issues. With trade potential between India and Canada estimated in billions, industry experts say even limited progress in the FTA talks could lead to significant gains for sectors like IT services, agriculture, and manufacturing.

Geneva, November 14, 2025: India’s rapid economic expansion has been closely tied to its strong trade performance, according to a new assessment released by the World Trade Organization (WTO) today. The report highlights that India’s robust export growth in sectors like services, pharmaceuticals, engineering goods, and digital technologies has played a significant role in strengthening its overall economic trajectory. WTO officials noted that India’s ability to tap into global markets quickly has positioned it as one of the fastest-growing major economies.

The organisation also emphasised that India’s trade reforms, improved logistics, and expanding manufacturing base are creating a favourable ecosystem for sustained growth. With ongoing initiatives aimed at boosting export competitiveness and diversifying trade partnerships, the WTO believes India is on track to maintain its growth momentum. The assessment underscores that trade-driven expansion will remain a crucial pillar of India’s economic future.

New Delhi, November 14, 2025: IRB Infrastructure Developers Limited came into sharp market focus today after receiving a massive ₹9,270 crore highway project from the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI). The contract, among the largest awarded this year, is expected to significantly strengthen IRB’s project pipeline and boost long-term revenue visibility. Early market reaction indicates rising investor confidence as the stock saw increased activity during morning trade.

The project is part of NHAI’s ongoing push to accelerate national highway expansion under its flagship development programmes. Analysts say IRB’s strong track record in highway construction and toll operations gives it a strategic edge in executing high-value projects like this. With fresh orders flowing in and stable sector demand, the company is expected to remain a key player in India’s road infrastructure growth story.

Antwerp, November 15, 2025: A new investigation has peeled back the curtain on Antwerp’s notorious jewellery underworld, revealing its unexpected links to the mysterious “Louvre Loot” case. Known as the diamond capital of Europe, Antwerp’s glittering façade hides a complex network of underground traders, master forgers and shadow brokers who thrive on secrecy. Sources say the trail of the missing artefacts winds through hidden workshops, coded auctions and long-standing criminal syndicates that operate beneath the city’s polished diamond district.

Investigators now believe key figures from this clandestine network may have facilitated the movement of stolen treasures, using established smuggling routes built on decades of illicit trade. As authorities intensify surveillance and forensic tracking, the tight-knit underworld is reportedly shifting deeper into the shadows to evade detection. Whether the search will recover the Louvre Loot—or expose an even bigger criminal web—remains the city’s burning question.

New Delhi, November 14, 2025 — India’s Wholesale Price Index (WPI)-based inflation stayed in the negative zone for the fourth straight month, signalling continued cooling in input costs across major sectors. The decline is primarily driven by softer prices of fuel, power, manufactured goods, and certain primary commodities, offering relief to industries dependent on raw materials. Economists say the persistent negative WPI reflects improving supply conditions and easing global commodity pressures.

Despite the negative wholesale inflation, experts caution that the gap between WPI and CPI must be watched closely, as retail inflation remains comparatively firm. Policymakers are assessing whether this trend will support future rate decisions and boost industrial recovery. With global uncertainties still looming, India’s wholesale inflation trajectory will remain an important indicator for growth and pricing stability in the coming months.

New Delhi, November 13, 2025: India’s retail inflation dropped to a record low of 0.25% in October, sparking widespread speculation that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) may opt for a repo rate cut in its upcoming December policy meeting. The fall, largely driven by easing food prices and stable fuel costs, has placed inflation well below the central bank’s tolerance band of 2–6%, prompting analysts to predict a 25 basis point reduction to boost economic momentum.

However, experts caution that the RBI may still adopt a wait-and-watch approach before easing policy. Despite the headline drop, core inflation remains above 4%, suggesting underlying demand pressures. Additionally, with global economic uncertainties and potential volatility in crude oil prices, the central bank may prefer to assess the sustainability of this disinflation trend before making any monetary policy shifts.

Mumbai, November 13, 2025: The Indian rupee weakened by 6 paise to close at 88.68 against the US dollar on Thursday, tracking losses in domestic equities and a stronger greenback overseas.

Forex traders said rising crude oil prices and sustained foreign fund outflows also weighed on investor sentiment. However, strong macroeconomic fundamentals and steady RBI intervention helped limit sharp depreciation.