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The United States and India are aiming for a comprehensive trade agreement, encompassing all sectors, with the goal of doubling bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030. Both countries are committed to reducing tariffs and negotiating a mutually beneficial agreement, but India has not made any commitments regarding trade tariff reductions to the United States, and negotiations are still ongoing.

The debate ignited by a Bengaluru resident's online post questioning a "No Jogging" rule in Indiranagar park has divided the city, with many criticizing the ban as illogical and excessive, while others attempt to justify it for safety and space management reasons. The post has sparked a broader conversation about the extent to which public spaces can be restricted, raising concerns about potential overreach and limitations on indivi...

Seema Raghunath, a CHRO, argues that the MBA is losing its relevance in today's workplaces, citing a lack of critical thinking and remarkable qualities among graduates. She believes companies are now seeking "true blue intellectuals" from diverse backgrounds instead of focusing on collecting degrees.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's walkout from the NITI Aayog meeting, citing lack of opportunity to speak and alleging discrimination against opposition states, has cast a shadow over the government's development agenda. The boycott by several other opposition CMs further highlights the growing divide between the Centre and states on key policy issues.

The Indian government is considering reintroducing merchant discount rate (MDR) charges on UPI and RuPay transactions for large merchants, impacting the digital payments landscape. This proposal aims to level the playing field between different payment platforms and ensure the financial sustainability of payment aggregators and fintech firms.