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RIL and Meta and will develop a 168-megawatt AI-focused data centre in Jamnagar, powered by renewable energy. The project strengthens India’s position as a global AI infrastructure hub and supports Meta’s growing computing and data requirements

India’s exports have touched a record USD 863 billion in FY 2025-26, up from USD 468 billion in FY 2014-15, growing at a CAGR of 5.7 percent. Commerce ministry official Nitin Kumar Yadav highlighted strong growth in merchandise, services, and non-petroleum exports, backed by landmark trade agreements with EFTA, EU, UAE, and Mauritius.

The rupee appreciated 25 paise to close at 95.36 against the US dollar on Tuesday, supported by lower crude oil prices, a weaker dollar index, positive domestic equities and easing geopolitical tensions in West Asia, helping the currency recover from recent losses

Chairman N Chandrasekaran says TCS has no plans for layoffs, stressing that AI will create new opportunities even as it transforms the way work is done

Gold futures climbed marginally to nearly Rs 1.55 lakh per 10 grams on Tuesday, supported by a decline in crude oil prices. However, concerns over persistent inflation, potential interest rate hikes and mixed global signals kept gains limited in the bullion market

Zepto co-founders Aadit Palicha and Kaivalya Vohra were summoned by the Enforcement Directorate under FEMA in April 2026 over foreign investments and financial disclosures. The company complied with requests as it prepares for its ₹8,010 crore IPO filing with SEBI

Indian markets rose sharply as easing Iran-Israel tensions and lower crude oil prices boosted sentiment. Sensex and Nifty gained over 0.5%, led by financials and midcaps, while global cues from Asia and Wall Street remained positive despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainty

India and the US are close to finalising the first tranche of a bilateral trade agreement by July, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said. The deal aims to boost market access, strengthen economic ties, and expand cooperation between both nations

The DGCA is investigating damage to three parked Air India aircraft at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport after ground support equipment struck them during sudden strong winds and rain. All affected A320 planes have been grounded for inspection and repairs

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd secured a 10-year marine services contract for Argentina’s first LNG export project, marking its entry into South America. The deal supports LNG logistics, offshore operations, and strengthens India-Argentina energy trade cooperation and supply chains

Indian stock markets opened sharply lower as escalating West Asia tensions, rising crude oil prices and weak global cues triggered broad-based selling. Sensex and Nifty fell over 1 per cent, while volatility surged and realty, metal, auto and IT stocks led declines

RBI's policy direction is unambiguous to attract dollars rather than tighten liquidity conditions through rates

Foreign portfolio investors withdrew nearly ₹43,000 crore from Indian equities in early June, pushing total outflows in 2026 to ₹2.67 lakh crore. Experts cite rupee depreciation, weak earnings and global capital shift toward AI and technology stocks as key reasons

OpenAI is reportedly planning a major overhaul of ChatGPT to evolve it into a super app integrating coding tools, AI agents and partner services. The move targets enterprise growth and increased revenue as the company prepares for a potential IPO

Indian equity markets fell wiping Rs 1.25 lakh crore from top-10 firms Reliance Industries led losses amid FII selling weak sentiment and monsoon concerns Banks like HDFC Bank ICICI Bank and SBI gained despite broader market decline and volatility pressure

Gold prices declined during the week after stronger-than-expected US jobs data boosted expectations of higher interest rates for longer. Silver witnessed steeper losses as rising Treasury yields and a stronger dollar reduced the appeal of precious metals and raised demand concerns

India's GDP growth is expected to slow to 6.6 per cent in FY27 from 7.7 per cent in fiscal 2026, according to Crisil Ratings. Higher crude oil prices, below-normal monsoon rainfall, rising inflation and weaker global demand are expected to impact growth

Recent measures by the RBI and the government to attract foreign capital and support the rupee could improve India’s balance of payments by more than $30 billion in the short term, according to HSBC, while also helping narrow the current account deficit.

Indian equity benchmarks ended the week in negative territory, with the Sensex and Nifty declining amid geopolitical tensions, profit booking and concerns over growth forecasts. Analysts expect range-bound trading to continue as investors await clarity on inflation, growth and global developments.

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said the India-UK Free Trade Agreement marks a historic milestone, urging both nations to jointly strengthen arbitration and mediation systems. He stressed accessible, efficient dispute resolution mechanisms to boost investor confidence, trade growth, and deeper economic cooperation

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the government will continue economic reforms through the “Reform Express” to sustain growth amid global headwinds. The RBI lowered FY27 GDP forecast to 6.6%, while new tax exemptions aim to attract foreign capital

Russian President Vladimir Putin offered India joint production of the Su-57 fifth-generation stealth fighter and renewed defence cooperation proposals. India is considering options alongside its AMCA programme, while long-standing India–Russia defence ties remain a key strategic pillar

The rupee strengthened sharply against the US dollar after the RBI kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25 per cent and eased investment norms for FPIs. Improved capital flow measures and stable policy stance boosted investor sentiment and currency performance.

Maruti Suzuki India announced two biogas projects involving an investment of Rs 150 crore, including a new facility at Kharkhoda and expansion of its Manesar plant. The initiatives aim to reduce fossil fuel use, lower emissions and support renewable energy adoption