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02 Sep

Wars and tariffs have deflected focus, not made climate change go away: COP30 chief

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Wars and tariffs have deflected focus, not made climate change go away: COP30 chief André Corrêa do Lago, head of this year’s climate conference in Brazil, urges nations and businesses to step up their efforts to tackle climate change . The withdrawal of the United States from the Paris Agreement, and the disappointment of developing countries at a finance deal reached at the previous edition in Baku last year, have cast a shadow over the effectiveness of the UN-mandated climate negotiation process . Read full story: Source
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02 Sep

SCO Summit: Xi pushes for equal, multipolar global order as he slams Trump over tariffs

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SCO Summit: Xi pushes for equal, multipolar global order as he slams Trump over tariffs Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday proposed the Global Governance Initiative (GGI) at the SCO plus leaders’ summit as he advocated practising multilateralism . Xi pressed his vision for a new global security and economic order that prioritises the “Global South” Read full story: Source
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02 Sep

Wegovy trial result gives boost to Novo Nordisk amid U.S. market woes

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Wegovy trial result gives boost to Novo Nordisk amid U.S. market woes In this article NOVO.B-DK Follow your favorite stocks CREATE FREE ACCOUNT A combination image shows an injection pen of Zepbound, Eli Lilly's weight loss drug, and boxes of Wegovy, made by Novo Nordisk. Hollie Adams | Reuters New trial data suggests Novo Nordisk's weight loss drug Wegovy edges out rival treatments on heart condition risk reduction, in good news for the Danish pharma giant as it battles a spate of challenges in the key U.S. market. The company on Sunday said that continued use of its weight management…
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02 Sep

Here are the 2 big things we’re watching in the stock market in this week

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Here are the 2 big things we're watching in the stock market in this week The sun has set on Nvidia earnings week. Time to close up shop and return in three months when it reports again because nothing else matters, right? Not quite. Grabbing the spotlight from Nvidia in the week ahead is the U.S. jobs market — plus, there are a few noteworthy earnings reports within the broader artificial intelligence complex, including rival AI chipmaker and fellow Club holding Broadcom . We'd be remiss not to mention that Friday's appeals court ruling striking down most of President Donald…
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02 Sep

Behind the smiles with Putin, Modi and Xi at China summit

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Behind the smiles with Putin, Modi and Xi at China summit A widely shared clip of Chinese President Xi Jinping, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin laughing together in Tianjin has already gone viral . Analysts say the photo-op reflects a delicate mix of competing rivalries and shifting power dynamics . The timing of the meeting is also notable, with U.S. President Donald Trump raising tariffs and unsettling global markets . Read full story: Source
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02 Sep

Trump’s immigration policy threatens key sectors of California’s economy, long reliant on immigrant workers

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Trump's immigration policy threatens key sectors of California's economy, long reliant on immigrant workers watch now From citrus farms in the Central Valley to construction sites where homes and businesses are being rebuilt after devastating wildfires in Pacific Palisades, California relies heavily on immigrant workers and entrepreneurs. As the Trump administration continues to ramp up immigration enforcement, industries key to the state's $4 trillion economy like agriculture, construction and hospitality could be among those hardest hit by the loss of California's immigrant workforce, according to new research. At stake are billions of dollars that fuel businesses large and small across…
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02 Sep

Iran’s currency hits new low as ‘snapback’ looms over nuclear programme

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Iran’s currency hits new low as ‘snapback’ looms over nuclear programme Iran is facing multiple crises at home as Israel’s Western allies pile on the pressure and threaten more sanctions. Tehran, Iran – Iran’s currency has been sharply depreciating again as European powers push to reinstate United Nations sanctions against the country amid stalled diplomacy and fears of war with Israel and the United States. The US dollar hit a price of more than 1.06 million rials in Tehran’s open currency market on Monday, slightly higher than before Tehran and Washington started mediated negotiations in April. The Iranian government and…
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Renault India Unveils Updated Kiger with Major Design and Safety Enhancements
25 Aug

Renault India Unveils Updated Kiger with Major Design and Safety Enhancements

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Mumbai: Renault India has launched a refreshed version of its compact SUV, the Kiger, introducing over 35 updates across design, technology, and safety. The new model aims to strengthen Renault’s presence in the sub-four-metre SUV segment, which accounts for a significant share of India’s passenger vehicle market. The updated Kiger features a redesigned exterior, including a new front grille, sculpted hood, LED headlamps and taillamps, and 16-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels. Inside, the cabin has been upgraded with ventilated leatherette seats, a dual-tone dashboard, and improved noise insulation. Under the hood, the Kiger continues to offer two petrol engine options: a…
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Honeywell India Celebrates Women Breaking Barriers in Strategic Business Roles
22 Aug

Honeywell India Celebrates Women Breaking Barriers in Strategic Business Roles

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Mumbai: Honeywell hosted the LeadHERs in Commercial event at its Gurgaon campus, which brought together over 100 women professionals across various organizations in sales, marketing, sales support, supply chain, and finance. The one-day event themed “Breaking Barriers, Building Business,” gathered industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and change-makers to celebrate women-led breakthroughs in the commercial space, focusing on Automation, Oil & Gas, and Energy sectors. The event served as a platform for women professionals to network and exchange ideas on driving transformation, fostering inclusivity, and overcoming barriers in commercial roles. A highlight of the event was a panel discussion on “Breaking Barriers – Women Leading Commercial…
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