‘Only matter of time’: India hopes to seal first tranche of US trade deal by year-end; urges both sides to find ‘right landing zone’

‘Only matter of time’: India hopes to seal first tranche of US trade deal by year-end; urges both sides to find ‘right landing zone’

India hopes to seal first tranche of US trade deal by year-end India is looking to finalise the opening tranche of the India–US Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) before the end of the year, with commerce secretary Rajesh Agarwal saying negotiations have advanced significantly despite recent shifts in global trade conditions. Speaking at FICCI’s Annual General…

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The growing divide: Why employees are losing connection with employers in 2026

The growing divide: Why employees are losing connection with employers in 2026

Global workplace report 2026 The global workplace enters 2026 bearing the imprint of a year marked by economic turbulence, strategic unpredictability, and the dizzying acceleration of artificial intelligence. What once seemed like a stable social contract between employers and employees has begun to slip, replaced by a precarious balancing act in which organisations chase efficiency…

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Kim Woo Bin and Shin Min Ah’s wedding: Couple’s cute invitation card LEAKS online; nuptials date, time, venue and guestlist REVEALED

Kim Woo Bin and Shin Min Ah’s wedding: Couple’s cute invitation card LEAKS online; nuptials date, time, venue and guestlist REVEALED

The wedding invitation of Korean star-couple Shin Min Ah and Kim Woo Bin has leaked online and fans can’t quite keep calm. With days to go before the couple’s grand December wedding, the new viral post not only confirms the date and time of the celebrations set to unfold, but also confirms the location and…

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Prime Minister Mark Carney tells Canadians: US tariff will wipe  billion from Canada’s economy, and for you …

Prime Minister Mark Carney tells Canadians: US tariff will wipe $50 billion from Canada’s economy, and for you …

Mike Carney (AP file photo) Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada is counting on the country’s energy sector to help the Canadian economy weather uncertainty from the US President Donald Trump’s tariffs. Carney signed an agreement with Alberta’s premier that rolls back certain climate rules to spur investment in energy production, while encouraging construction of…

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Sri Lanka: 56 killed as floods, landslides triggered by torrential rains batter the island; dozens missing

Sri Lanka: 56 killed as floods, landslides triggered by torrential rains batter the island; dozens missing

The government closed offices and schools Friday as conditions worsened, reported AP. Heavy downpours since last week flooded homes, fields, and roads, triggering landslides across the island. Overflowing rivers and reservoirs have blocked key roads, while rocks, mud, and fallen trees have obstructed roads and railway tracks, some of which were submerged, forcing authorities to…

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NEW DELHI: Several tourists were left suspended nearly 120 feet above ground at a private sky-dining facility in Kerala’s Anachal, Idukki, after a crane suffered a technical failure on Friday. The visitors remained stuck for over one and a half hours.Rescue teams arrived at the site and efforts to bring them down safely are under way.The incident occurred near Munnar where a crane-operated dining platform, part of an adventure tourism initiative, had been offering visitors an aerial dining experience. The system, introduced only a few months ago, allows up to 16 people to be seated at a time, lifting them high above the valley for about half an hour while they dine with panoramic views.According to local reports the platform could not be lowered due to a mechanical fault believed to be related to the crane’s fuse. Fire and security personnel deployed from Munnar are currently working on alternative methods, including lowering individuals using ropes. Rescue operations are continuing as engineers attempt to restore the system and bring all stranded tourists and staff back to ground level.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosViral Video: Stage Crashes During UP Wedding As BJP Leaders Gather To Greet Bride & GroomIndia-Russia Summit Dates Out As PM Modi, Putin Review S-400, Su-57 And Global Security ChallengesGoldy Dhillon Gang Member Arrested In Delhi For Kapil Sharma’s Kap’s Cafe Shootings Across CanadaIndia Sends A Strong Warning: Rajnath Singh Says Sovereignty And Security Will Never Be NegotiableCongress, BJP Face Off Over Kumar Ketkar’s Controversial Remark CIA, Mossad Helped Modi Win in 2014Tejas Is The Safest, Says HAL Chief, Rejecting All Concerns After Dramatic Dubai Air Show AccidentPakistan Army General Warns Of Hybrid-To-Full War As Pakistan Reshapes Military Power Under MunirPakistan Erupts As Imran Khan’s Son Claims ‘No Proof Of Life’ Amid CM Afridi’s Jail-Side Protest’Darkest Times’: Imran Khan’s Sister Calls Out Pakistan Govt, Compares Asim Munir To Adolf HitlerIndia Must Prepare For Violent Future As CDS Chauhan Says Even One Failure Could Prove Catastrophic123PhotostoriesSaturday Remedies: 5 Powerful Remedies To Appease Shani Dev10 phrases that can affect a child’s mood and mental health‘Tere Ishq Mei’ promotions: Turn up the sass this shaadi season with Kriti Sanon’s ‘Mukti’-inspired traditional looksKonkona Sen Sharma radiates timeless grace and powerful screen presenceBest fruit for liver health? This everyday fruit on an empty stomach can work wondersChennai’s New Mega Curve Over Kathipara Set to Redefine Metro Ride on Phase II CorridorMercury: Exploring the Solar System’s innermost planet; 7 fascinating facts!Bengaluru’s New AC Buses on NICE Road May Outrun Namma Metro on E-City–Madavara Stretch5 things not to do when buying clothes for your kidsIn Pics | Noida Airport Set for December 15 Inauguration123Hot PicksDelhi AQI TodayNew Labour CodeWorld NewsGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingJayden Daniels InjuryCyclone Ditwah ImpactBengaluru techieFortnite Chapter 7 LeakedAyesha CurryFuzzy ZoellerDelhi Car Blast10 Greatest Thanksgiving Moments in NFL historyGabrielle UnionVanessa Bryant

NEW DELHI: Several tourists were left suspended nearly 120 feet above ground at a private sky-dining facility in Kerala’s Anachal, Idukki, after a crane suffered a technical failure on Friday. The visitors remained stuck for over one and a half hours.Rescue teams arrived at the site and efforts to bring them down safely are under way.The incident occurred near Munnar where a crane-operated dining platform, part of an adventure tourism initiative, had been offering visitors an aerial dining experience. The system, introduced only a few months ago, allows up to 16 people to be seated at a time, lifting them high above the valley for about half an hour while they dine with panoramic views.According to local reports the platform could not be lowered due to a mechanical fault believed to be related to the crane’s fuse. Fire and security personnel deployed from Munnar are currently working on alternative methods, including lowering individuals using ropes. Rescue operations are continuing as engineers attempt to restore the system and bring all stranded tourists and staff back to ground level.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosViral Video: Stage Crashes During UP Wedding As BJP Leaders Gather To Greet Bride & GroomIndia-Russia Summit Dates Out As PM Modi, Putin Review S-400, Su-57 And Global Security ChallengesGoldy Dhillon Gang Member Arrested In Delhi For Kapil Sharma’s Kap’s Cafe Shootings Across CanadaIndia Sends A Strong Warning: Rajnath Singh Says Sovereignty And Security Will Never Be NegotiableCongress, BJP Face Off Over Kumar Ketkar’s Controversial Remark CIA, Mossad Helped Modi Win in 2014Tejas Is The Safest, Says HAL Chief, Rejecting All Concerns After Dramatic Dubai Air Show AccidentPakistan Army General Warns Of Hybrid-To-Full War As Pakistan Reshapes Military Power Under MunirPakistan Erupts As Imran Khan’s Son Claims ‘No Proof Of Life’ Amid CM Afridi’s Jail-Side Protest’Darkest Times’: Imran Khan’s Sister Calls Out Pakistan Govt, Compares Asim Munir To Adolf HitlerIndia Must Prepare For Violent Future As CDS Chauhan Says Even One Failure Could Prove Catastrophic123PhotostoriesSaturday Remedies: 5 Powerful Remedies To Appease Shani Dev10 phrases that can affect a child’s mood and mental health‘Tere Ishq Mei’ promotions: Turn up the sass this shaadi season with Kriti Sanon’s ‘Mukti’-inspired traditional looksKonkona Sen Sharma radiates timeless grace and powerful screen presenceBest fruit for liver health? This everyday fruit on an empty stomach can work wondersChennai’s New Mega Curve Over Kathipara Set to Redefine Metro Ride on Phase II CorridorMercury: Exploring the Solar System’s innermost planet; 7 fascinating facts!Bengaluru’s New AC Buses on NICE Road May Outrun Namma Metro on E-City–Madavara Stretch5 things not to do when buying clothes for your kidsIn Pics | Noida Airport Set for December 15 Inauguration123Hot PicksDelhi AQI TodayNew Labour CodeWorld NewsGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingJayden Daniels InjuryCyclone Ditwah ImpactBengaluru techieFortnite Chapter 7 LeakedAyesha CurryFuzzy ZoellerDelhi Car Blast10 Greatest Thanksgiving Moments in NFL historyGabrielle UnionVanessa Bryant

NEW DELHI: Several tourists were left suspended nearly 120 feet above ground at a private sky-dining facility in Kerala’s Anachal, Idukki, after a crane suffered a technical failure on Friday. The visitors remained stuck for over one and a half hours.Rescue teams arrived at the site and efforts to bring them down safely are under…

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Delhi Police Constable exam dates 2025 released: Check details here

Delhi Police Constable exam dates 2025 released: Check details here

Delhi Police Constable 2025 exam dates Delhi Police exam date 2025: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) released the examination schedule for the Delhi Police recruitment 2025 cycle. The recruitment cycle aims to fill 7,565 vacancies are available for the posts of Constable (Exe.) Male and Female, including special categories for ex-servicemen. Interested candidates who have…

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Sagittarius During Jupiter Retrograde 2025-2026: Relationships under review, finding balance between self and partnership

Sagittarius During Jupiter Retrograde 2025-2026: Relationships under review, finding balance between self and partnership

For Sagittarius (Dhanu) Ascendants, Jupiter’s retrograde from December 5, 2025, to March 11, 2026, is deeply personal and transformative. Jupiter is your ascendant lord—ruling your 1st house of self, body, and personality—and also governs your 4th house of home, mother, and emotional foundation. As it goes retrograde in your 7th house of spouse, partnerships, and…

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Donald Trump brags about golf achievements after announcing National Guard Sarah Beckstrom’s death in DC shooting

Donald Trump brags about golf achievements after announcing National Guard Sarah Beckstrom’s death in DC shooting

Donald Trump. Image via: Cliff Hawkins/ Getty Images The holiday atmosphere at Mar-a-Lago took on a jarring tone when President Donald Trump shifted from announcing the death of a young National Guard member to celebrating another golf win. Speaking to service members during a Thanksgiving call, he confirmed the passing of 20-year-old Sarah Beckstrom, who…

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New Delhi, Former chief minister Arvind Kejriwal on Friday demanded that the central government immediately remove 18 per cent GST imposed on air and water purifiers, in view of the worsening air quality in Delhi-NCR.In a post on X in Hindi, he stressed that clean air and clean water are the basic rights of every citizen.”In Delhi and across North India, the air has become deadly. Instead of providing solutions, the government is collecting more taxes from the public,” he said in the post.He further pointed that when people go to buy air purifiers to protect their families from pollution, they find that the government is charging 18 per cent GST on them, which is outright injustice.The former AAP supremo demanded that the Centre immediately remove the GST imposed on air and water purifiers. “If you cannot provide solutions, at least stop burdening the pockets of the people,” he added.The air quality is likely to remain ‘very poor’ over the coming week, according to the forecast by the Air Quality Early Warning System for Delhi.With Delhi’s air quality slipping into the ‘very poor’ and ‘severe’ categories this winter, doctors have stressed the need for regular diagnostic screening to detect early signs of pollution-linked health deterioration, especially among smokers, asthma patients, children and people with pre-existing cardiac or respiratory conditions. PTIEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosGoldy Dhillon Gang Member Arrested In Delhi For Kapil Sharma’s Kap’s Cafe Shootings Across CanadaIndia Sends A Strong Warning: Rajnath Singh Says Sovereignty And Security Will Never Be NegotiableCongress, BJP Face Off Over Kumar Ketkar’s Controversial Remark CIA, Mossad Helped Modi Win in 2014Tejas Is The Safest, Says HAL Chief, Rejecting All Concerns After Dramatic Dubai Air Show AccidentPakistan Army General Warns Of Hybrid-To-Full War As Pakistan Reshapes Military Power Under MunirPakistan Erupts As Imran Khan’s Son Claims ‘No Proof Of Life’ Amid CM Afridi’s Jail-Side Protest’Darkest Times’: Imran Khan’s Sister Calls Out Pakistan Govt, Compares Asim Munir To Adolf HitlerIndia Must Prepare For Violent Future As CDS Chauhan Says Even One Failure Could Prove CatastrophicIndia Is a Key Ally, Cyprus Assures Strong Push to Finalise India–EU FTA TalksImran Khan Health Rumour: PTI Holds Sit In Outside Adiala Jail, KP CM Sohail Afridi Stages Protest123Photostories‘Tere Ishq Mei’ promotions: Turn up the sass this shaadi season with Kriti Sanon’s ‘Mukti’-inspired traditional looksKonkona Sen Sharma radiates timeless grace and powerful screen presenceBest fruit for liver health? This everyday fruit on an empty stomach can work wondersChennai’s New Mega Curve Over Kathipara Set to Redefine Metro Ride on Phase II CorridorMercury: Exploring the Solar System’s innermost planet; 7 fascinating facts!Bengaluru’s New AC Buses on NICE Road May Outrun Namma Metro on E-City–Madavara Stretch5 things not to do when buying clothes for your kidsIn Pics | Noida Airport Set for December 15 InaugurationAre you taking your supplements wrong? Common supplement mistakes that everyone is making (and how to avoid them)Your soul temple: 6 powerful temples to visit in India based on personality types123Hot PicksDelhi AQI TodayNew Labour CodeWorld NewsGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingJayden Daniels InjuryCyclone Ditwah ImpactBengaluru techieFortnite Chapter 7 LeakedAyesha CurryFuzzy ZoellerDelhi Car Blast10 Greatest Thanksgiving Moments in NFL historyGabrielle UnionVanessa Bryant

New Delhi, Former chief minister Arvind Kejriwal on Friday demanded that the central government immediately remove 18 per cent GST imposed on air and water purifiers, in view of the worsening air quality in Delhi-NCR.In a post on X in Hindi, he stressed that clean air and clean water are the basic rights of every citizen.”In Delhi and across North India, the air has become deadly. Instead of providing solutions, the government is collecting more taxes from the public,” he said in the post.He further pointed that when people go to buy air purifiers to protect their families from pollution, they find that the government is charging 18 per cent GST on them, which is outright injustice.The former AAP supremo demanded that the Centre immediately remove the GST imposed on air and water purifiers. “If you cannot provide solutions, at least stop burdening the pockets of the people,” he added.The air quality is likely to remain ‘very poor’ over the coming week, according to the forecast by the Air Quality Early Warning System for Delhi.With Delhi’s air quality slipping into the ‘very poor’ and ‘severe’ categories this winter, doctors have stressed the need for regular diagnostic screening to detect early signs of pollution-linked health deterioration, especially among smokers, asthma patients, children and people with pre-existing cardiac or respiratory conditions. PTIEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosGoldy Dhillon Gang Member Arrested In Delhi For Kapil Sharma’s Kap’s Cafe Shootings Across CanadaIndia Sends A Strong Warning: Rajnath Singh Says Sovereignty And Security Will Never Be NegotiableCongress, BJP Face Off Over Kumar Ketkar’s Controversial Remark CIA, Mossad Helped Modi Win in 2014Tejas Is The Safest, Says HAL Chief, Rejecting All Concerns After Dramatic Dubai Air Show AccidentPakistan Army General Warns Of Hybrid-To-Full War As Pakistan Reshapes Military Power Under MunirPakistan Erupts As Imran Khan’s Son Claims ‘No Proof Of Life’ Amid CM Afridi’s Jail-Side Protest’Darkest Times’: Imran Khan’s Sister Calls Out Pakistan Govt, Compares Asim Munir To Adolf HitlerIndia Must Prepare For Violent Future As CDS Chauhan Says Even One Failure Could Prove CatastrophicIndia Is a Key Ally, Cyprus Assures Strong Push to Finalise India–EU FTA TalksImran Khan Health Rumour: PTI Holds Sit In Outside Adiala Jail, KP CM Sohail Afridi Stages Protest123Photostories‘Tere Ishq Mei’ promotions: Turn up the sass this shaadi season with Kriti Sanon’s ‘Mukti’-inspired traditional looksKonkona Sen Sharma radiates timeless grace and powerful screen presenceBest fruit for liver health? This everyday fruit on an empty stomach can work wondersChennai’s New Mega Curve Over Kathipara Set to Redefine Metro Ride on Phase II CorridorMercury: Exploring the Solar System’s innermost planet; 7 fascinating facts!Bengaluru’s New AC Buses on NICE Road May Outrun Namma Metro on E-City–Madavara Stretch5 things not to do when buying clothes for your kidsIn Pics | Noida Airport Set for December 15 InaugurationAre you taking your supplements wrong? Common supplement mistakes that everyone is making (and how to avoid them)Your soul temple: 6 powerful temples to visit in India based on personality types123Hot PicksDelhi AQI TodayNew Labour CodeWorld NewsGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingJayden Daniels InjuryCyclone Ditwah ImpactBengaluru techieFortnite Chapter 7 LeakedAyesha CurryFuzzy ZoellerDelhi Car Blast10 Greatest Thanksgiving Moments in NFL historyGabrielle UnionVanessa Bryant

New Delhi, Former chief minister Arvind Kejriwal on Friday demanded that the central government immediately remove 18 per cent GST imposed on air and water purifiers, in view of the worsening air quality in Delhi-NCR.In a post on X in Hindi, he stressed that clean air and clean water are the basic rights of every…

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Bihar DElEd counselling registration 2025 begins tomorrow: Check who is eligible to apply, selection process here

Bihar DElEd counselling registration 2025 begins tomorrow: Check who is eligible to apply, selection process here

Bihar DElEd counselling 2025 Registration for the Bihar Diploma in Elementary Education (DElEd) 2025 counselling process will begin on November 29 at bsebdeled.com. The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has opened the Common Application Form (CAF) for candidates who qualified in the DElEd Joint Entrance Test (JET). Applicants can submit their forms and pay the…

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