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A new report by Kotak Institutional Equities estimates that gig-economy aggregators such as Swiggy and Zomato may face a statutory contribution of 1 to 2% of annual turnover which may finally passed to the customers.
The new labour codes make it easier for companies to increase or reduce staff quickly, mainly by relaxing “government permission” rules and simplifying compliance. Earlier, if a factory or company had more than 100 workers, it usually needed prior government approval to lay off workers, retrench, or close a unit. Now this limit is raised to 300 workers
The Indian government has introduced new labour codes aimed at enhancing employee security and modernising employment practices. These reforms are expected to significantly impact sectors such as chemicals and pharmaceuticals, influencing the stock market as companies adapt to the changes.
Suzlon, a major player in India’s renewable energy sector, has announced plans to establish a new wind blade manufacturing plant in Coimbatore district. The company will invest ₹114 crore in the project and is expected to generate 1,010 new jobs.
New disclosures from the U.S. Office of Government Ethics reveal that President Donald Trump has continued buying municipal and corporate bonds this fall, investing at least USD 82 million. His bond purchases include debt from companies like Netflix, UnitedHealth, Boeing, Meta Platforms, Home Depot, Broadcom, and Intel firms that have been directly affected by his administration’s policies.
New Zealand grapples with a 13-year peak population drain, as 71,800 citizens exited by June 2025—net loss of 46,500—fueled by soaring housing costs and Aussie job lures. Seizing the moment, over 27,000 Indians arrived in 2024, boosted by June 2025’s waiver on degree assessments.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the United States is close to finalizing a new trade agreement with India, which could significantly impact the economic and security partnership between the two countries. Speaking at the Oval Office during the swearing-in ceremony of Sergio Gor as the new U.S. ambassador to India, Trump described the upcoming pact as a “fair trade deal” and noted that i
