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Uncertainty lies ahead in Nano's journey; only 1 unit manufactured in June

The Nano car was an ambitious project of Ratan Tata who had an objective of providing a safer and affordable alternative to small families commuting on two wheelers.

Jul 5, 2018

President Donald Trump signs executive order withdrawing US from TPP trade deal

Trade war could hurt these economies far more than US, China

While the trade war with China is a worrisome move for investors globally, Trump's tariffs on goods from the European Union, India, Canada and Mexico are also likely to severely affect global trade.

Jul 5, 2018

Indian team goes abroad in search of assault rifles and carbines for army

The defence ministry is looking to procure 72,400 assault rifles and 93,895 carbines to equip the frontline troops at the border. Russia, which supplies a majority of the equipment used by the Indian army, is not on the list.

Jul 4, 2018

HTC to lay off 1,500 employees in Taiwan

After the cuts, the company's employee headcount will be less than 5,000 people globally. In 2013, HTC had employed 19,000 people to help in its booming operation.

Jul 4, 2018

Hyundai's workers plan strike over stalled wage talks

Strike hits struggling auto manufacturer as Trump's trade policies worsen conditions for businesses. The strike is expected to cripple the production of high-demand SUV's.

Jul 3, 2018

America's Indo-Pacific strategy will hurt India, warns China

Trying to maintain military balance with China will be detrimental for the Indian economy, says the editorial in Global Times, a hardline Chinese state media outlet, warning that following the US strategy "blindly" will spell trouble for India's relations with neighbouring countries.

Jul 3, 2018

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Explore Hydrogen-run buses over electric: Supreme Court to Delhi government

It's been 20 years since the Supreme Court directed conversion of all public transport buses, taxis and auto rickshaws CNG to reduce the deteriorating quality of air in Delhi. But according to a bench of Justices, hydrogen-run buses are more cost effective.

Jul 3, 2018

Analysis: Donald Trump's trade tariffs are already costing the US some jobs he promised

American companies like Harley Davidson are planning to shift some jobs out of the US, which is the exact opposite of what Trump had promised the country.

Jul 2, 2018

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Global Economy: Asian factories lose momentum even before Trump's tariffs kick in

Asian exporters lost momentum last month even before tariffs on U.S. and Chinese goods kick in this week, pressuring regional factory activity in a worrying sign the Trump administration's "America First" protectionist policies could derail global growth.

Jul 2, 2018