NLC India, a state-owned enterprise, is in advanced talks with a Russian entity to secure lithium from a mine in Mali, Africa, a crucial move for India's energy transition. This initiative aligns with India's strategy to ensure consistent lithium supplies for its clean energy goals, particularly for electric vehicle batteries.
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TCS CEO K Krithivasan anticipates international revenue surpassing FY25 levels in FY26, pending trade clarity expected by late July or August. While projects with immediate ROI continue, longer-term initiatives face delays or scope reduction. The BSNL deal's wind-down impacted revenue by 2.8%. AI is driving efficiency, prompting discussions with clients about sharing productivity gains.
Wall Street saw slight gains this Monday, staying close to record highs. Telecom giant Verizon led the way after strong earnings. Microsoft shares dipped due to a software patch. Block Inc joined the S&P 500. Steelmaker Cleveland-Cliffs rose, crediting Trump-era tariffs. Investors are watching upcoming earnings from companies like General Motors and Tesla.
Honda aims to capture 30% of India's two-wheeler market by 2030, recognizing the country's crucial role in its global growth strategy. The company sees significant potential in targeting female consumers, who currently represent only 10% of sales. While optimistic about electric vehicles, Honda acknowledges infrastructure challenges and plans a dedicated EV production plant in India by 2028.
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Electric car sales in India are expected to rise. CareEdge Advisory projects over 7% sales by FY28. This depends on resolving rare earth element supply issues. New models and charging infrastructure are growing. Government's PLI scheme supports battery production. Electric car ecosystem has grown rapidly. Policy support and reduced costs will boost EV adoption in India.
US stock indices experienced gains on Wednesday following a promising wholesale inflation report, fueling anticipation that the Federal Reserve might consider resuming interest rate cuts later this year. The S&P 500 neared its all-time high, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average also saw an increase. Bank shares, particularly PNC Financial Services, contributed significantly to the positive market performance.
The Trump administration has announced new flight restrictions from Mexico, potentially ending the Delta-Aeromexico partnership in response to Mexico's limits on flights into Mexico City. Transport Secretary Sean Duffy cited unfair advantages for Mexican carriers due to the redirection of flights to Felipe Angeles International Airport.
India has significantly increased the flying rights for Kuwait, raising weekly seat capacity by 50% to 18,000. This agreement, signed by aviation officials from both nations, marks Kuwait's first bilateral capacity increase in 18 years. The move comes amid rising travel demand and aligns with India's policy to bolster its carriers' international presence through strategic agreements and infrastructure development.
