Volkswagen capex recalibration: Automaker pares 2030 investment to $186 bn; China, US headwinds grow

Volkswagen Group plans to invest €160 billion ($186 billion) through 2030, a scaled-down outlay that reflects tightening capital allocation as Europe’s largest automaker grapples with mounting pressure in its two biggest markets — China and the United States, Reuters reported.The investment figure, announced by Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume, is part of the company’s rolling five-year…

Read More

Gold import quota licences under India-UAE pact get extended till June 30

The Centre has extended the validity of tariff rate quota (TRQ) licences issued for gold imports under the India-UAE free trade agreement, offering relief to importers facing supply disruptions amid the ongoing geopolitical crisis, reported PTI.India allows quota-based duty concessions on gold imports under the TRQ mechanism as part of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement…

Read More

‘Being examined’: MEA on Dhaka’s request to extradite Sheikh Hasina; to continue engaging with stakeholders | India News

Ex-Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina NEW DELHI: Bangladesh’s request for the extradition of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina—who has been living in India since her ouster in August 2024—is under examination, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Wednesday.“Yes, we have received that request, and the request is being examined… We remain committed to the…

Read More

Asha Parekh remembers Dharmendra: ‘Sunny Deol looks very much like him and is also a very emotional person like Dharam ji’ |

Asha Parekh has opened up about her long-standing connection with Dharmendra, remembering him not just as a co-star but as someone who remained an important part of her life long after their films together stopped rolling. Their on-screen pairing delivered several memorable classics such as Aaye Din Bahar Ke, Shikar, Aya Sawan Jhoom Ke, Mera…

Read More

‘Nuclear sabre-rattling Pakistan’s trade’: India slams Asim Munir’s remarks; regrets comments made from US | India News

Pakistan army chief Asim Munir (File photo) NEW DELHI: The ministry of external affairs (MEA) on Monday hit back at Pakistan army chief Asim Munir’s recent anti-India remarks made in the United States, calling Pakistan “an irresponsible state with nuclear weapons” and adding that “nuclear sabre-rattling is Pakistan’s stock in trade.“In an official statement, the…

Read More

‘Virat bhai’s only instruction was…’: Padikkal reveals Kohli’s mantra in RCB’s chase | Cricket News

“Virat bhai’s only instruction was to…”: Padikkal on Kohli’s advice during run-chase against SRH in IPL 2026 season opener Devdutt Padikkal was all smiles after Royal Challengers Bengaluru kicked off their Indian Premier League 2026 campaign with a commanding win over Sunrisers Hyderabad at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday.The left-hander played a decisive hand…

Read More