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India-Chile trade negotiations: A quiet and strategic deal beyond tariffs
India and Chile are progressing with negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement to enhance trade relations. The agreement will focus on sectors such as digital services, critical minerals, and investment. Both nations seek to diversify their trade partnerships and reduce reliance on single markets, particularly in mineral exports.
Behind bigger price tags hides a fault line in India’s growth story
India’s consumer durables face a third price hike in 2026 as copper, steel, aluminium, resin, logistics and energy costs surge. LG, Daikin, Voltas, Samsung and Godrej are raising appliance prices ahead of Diwali. The pressure exposes India’s dependence on imported components and highlights why deeper localisation, domestic manufacturing and stronger supply chains are critical to containing global cost shocks.
India reopens Zambia talks to secure critical minerals: Report
India has resumed talks with Zambia to explore investment opportunities in critical minerals. Officials from India's Ministry of Mines held preliminary discussions with Zambian officials recently. India is also evaluating investment opportunities in several other countries for mineral supplies. The nation seeks raw materials to meet rising demand from its growing economy. Africa, and Zambia specifically, can play an important role in meeting India's needs.
Adani's Kutch Copper eyes ₹3,100 cr ebitda in FY27
Adani Group's Kutch Copper smelter is set to generate substantial earnings next fiscal. Full operational capacity is anticipated within three months. The company plans to double its smelting capacity with further investment. This expansion will position Kutch Copper as a major player in India's copper refining sector. Recent agreements aim to secure crucial ore supplies for future operations.
Budget 2026 and India’s bid for a rare earths power shift
Budget 2026 Expectations: India is treating rare earths as a key strategic test case to loosen China’s grip on the sector, with the focus sharpening ahead of Budget 2026. Experts say the budget must prioritise de-risking private investment—through easier financing, tax incentives and assured offtake agreements—to scale up mining, processing and downstream manufacturing. The push is seen as critical to meeting India’s infrastructure build-out and energy transition goals.
Critical Minerals, Cycles and Strategy: Why India should bet on Argentina
India and Argentina are deepening cooperation on critical minerals. This partnership is crucial for India's future growth in electric vehicles and renewable energy. Argentina offers vital resources like lithium and copper. India's investment aims for long-term supply security and cost stability. This collaboration is a strategic move to secure essential materials for India's industrial and defense needs.
Adani Enterprises to spread Rs 25,000-cr rights issue over 4 tranches
Adani Enterprises is set to launch its largest fundraising yet, a ₹25,000 crore rights issue. This will be spread over six to eight months in four tranches. The company plans to use a significant portion to repay loans from its promoters. This move will free up capital for future debt. The rights issue details are expected soon.
Adani’s $1.2 billion Kutch smelter signs MoU to source up to 71,000 tonnes of copper a year from Caravel’s Australian project
Adani Enterprises' copper subsidiary, Kutch Copper, has signed a major pact with Caravel Minerals in Australia. This collaboration aims to secure vital copper resources for India's growing copper business. The partnership will accelerate the Caravel Copper Project towards a 2026 investment decision. This strategic alliance strengthens India and Australia's role in the global energy transition.
Stock market watch: What to expect from the week ending September 10, 2021
As predicted by technical analysts, this Bank Nifty breakout helped Nifty to gain further and cross its immediate target of 17,170. Nifty and Bank Nifty gained 618 and 1,133 points respectively during the last week. How are the Nifty and Bank Nifty expected to do in coming weeks?
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