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Economic Times
2 hours ago
- Business
- Economic Times
Tariff clock ticks away: Indian exporters dread what Trump might bring two days from now
Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads With Trump 's tariff deadline almost at hand, Indian exporters are facing a greatly uncertain landscape. Orders are being held back as businesses await clarity on the US President's next steps, the Times of India reported on July 30. According to Sudhir Sekhri, chairman of the Apparel Export Promotion Council, the situation remains quite store shelves are running low, but many buyers are delaying production until the tariff situation becomes clearer, Sekhri told ToI's the deadline for tariffs draws near, the focus remains on how the unfolding developments will shape the future of Indian exports. With discussions set to resume on August 25, there remains a glimmer of hope for a last-minute resolution. However, for now, uncertainty reigns, leaving exporters in a precarious position as they navigate the complexities of international Bhansali, the chairman of the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council, shared a similar sentiment. While he remains hopeful for a favourable outcome for India, he acknowledged that the current tariff uncertainty has already affected order some shipments are being processed at a 10% duty, many buyers are holding off, having stocked up during a shipping rush in concerns extend beyond the apparel and jewellery sectors. Satish Wagh, chairman of Chemexcil, noted that the marginal growth of just 0.1% in exports to the US during the April to June 2025 period indicates stagnation, likely due to the looming tariff has been a notable decline in shipments of agrochemicals and dye intermediates, suggesting that buyers may be reconsidering their inventory needs or renegotiating contracts in light of potential price the challenges, trade officials remain cautiously optimistic. Ajai Sahay, director general of Fieo, pointed out that while the delay in the India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) is concerning, it is unlikely to hinder long-term trade exporters and importers recognise that a deal will eventually be reached and are willing to absorb short-term costs in anticipation of better conditions, Sahay garment sector is particularly strained. China has ramped up its exports to Europe, capitalising on the tariffs imposed by the US, which has made it harder for Indian exporters to informed that during this lean season from May to August, Indian exporters typically operate at around 70% capacity. However, the current situation has reduced this to about 50%, further complicating matters.


Time of India
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Garena Free Fire OB50 Update now live: Explore new map, exclusive rewards and step-by-step download guide with APK links
Free Fire players, here's some good news for you! Garena has finally released its most-awaited OB50 Update on its Battle Royale game, Free Fire, on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. The Free Fire OB50 Update offers multiple features in the game, ranging from the new character Rin Yagami to new map and weapon adjustment methods. According to ToI, the Free Fire OB50 update link is available for Android and iOS users for download. The much-anticipated update comes with an exciting Naruto Chapter 2 event in Garena Free Fire. Players can download the Free Fire OB50 update via APK links In the context of Free Fire, APK stands for Android Package Kit, which is a file format that is used to distribute and install the Free Fire game on Android devices. This link contains all the important files and data for the game to function correctly on mobile devices, as per an Airtel blog. Notably, the link is almost equal to an .exe file for Windows. Moreover, when a player downloads Free Fire from the Google Play Store, the store handles the APK installation process on its own. But players can also download Free Fire's APK file from other sources like third-party app stores or websites. Find the links below: Free Fire MAX OB50 Update Download Link for Android – Click Here Free Fire MAX OB50 Apk Download Link for iOS – Click Here What's new in the Free Fire OB50 update? While the exact patch notes outline every change, the OB50 update broadly emphasises the following: New Character: Among all the changes made in the new update, one of the standout additions in the Free Fire OB50 update is the 'Epic Ninja Trials' event. The update also introduces the much-awaited new character called Rin Yagami, who is a playable character armed with three kunai, or knives. Map changes: The update comes with a visual overhaul, including new areas and strategic modifications to the existing maps in the game. New events and rewards: With the Free Fire OB50 Update, players can anticipate new in-game events, challenges, and exclusive rewards for players can enjoy. Weapon adjustments: Well, in the weapons, there are only a few changes that have been made, including damage, recoil, and fire rate, to maintain a competitive balance. Gameplay optimisation: Several improvements have been made in the gameplay in the OB50 update, such as bug fixes, network stability, and standards in such updates for smoother gameplay. Step-by-step guide to download the game on Android and iOS devices and via APK links For Android users: Step 1: Open the Play Store on your Android device. Step 2: Type 'Free Fire MAX' in the search bar and hit Enter. Step 3: Locate the version titled 'Free Fire MAX: 8th Anniversary' by Garena International. Step 4: Now tap 'Install' to start downloading, and the game will install automatically once the download is complete. For iOS users For iOS users (iPhone or iPad) Step 1: Go to the App Store. Step 2: Open the App Store app on your iPhone or iPad. Step 3: Tap on the 'Search' tab at the bottom. Step 4: Type 'Free Fire Max' in the search bar and tap search. Step 5: Look for 'Free Fire MAX: 8th Anniversary by GARENA INTERNATIONAL I PRIVATE LIMITED. Step 6: Tap on the 'Get' or cloud icon to download and install the game. Manual APK installation guide: Step 1: Visit a trusted site such as APKPure. Step 2: Once you visit there, download the Free Fire APK. Step 3: Now enable 'Unknown Sources' in device settings. Step 4: Install the APK and move the OBB file to the right folder. Step 5: Finally, open the game and start playing. FAQs Q. How does the Online Qualifiers phase work for FFMIC 2025? The Online Qualifiers (July 26–August 3) feature the top 48 teams from the In‑Game Qualifiers, split into four groups of 12. Each group plays up to 12 matches across two weekends. How do teams advance through the FFMIC 2025 Online Qualifiers? The top 38 teams from In-Game Qualifiers are split into four groups of 12. To stay updated on the stories that are going viral, follow Indiatimes Trending.


Time of India
6 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Tariff clock ticks away: Indian exporters dread what Trump might bring two days from now
With Trump 's tariff deadline almost at hand, Indian exporters are facing a greatly uncertain landscape. Orders are being held back as businesses await clarity on the US President's next steps, the Times of India reported on July 30. According to Sudhir Sekhri, chairman of the Apparel Export Promotion Council, the situation remains quite unpredictable. American store shelves are running low, but many buyers are delaying production until the tariff situation becomes clearer, Sekhri told ToI's Sidhartha. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category others Operations Management PGDM Product Management Leadership Cybersecurity Data Science Others Data Analytics CXO Design Thinking MBA Data Science Digital Marketing Healthcare Finance Artificial Intelligence Degree Technology Project Management Public Policy Management healthcare MCA Skills you'll gain: Duration: 16 Weeks Indian School of Business CERT - ISB Cybersecurity for Leaders Program India Starts on undefined Get Details As the deadline for tariffs draws near, the focus remains on how the unfolding developments will shape the future of Indian exports. With discussions set to resume on August 25, there remains a glimmer of hope for a last-minute resolution. However, for now, uncertainty reigns, leaving exporters in a precarious position as they navigate the complexities of international trade. Kirit Bhansali, the chairman of the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council, shared a similar sentiment. While he remains hopeful for a favourable outcome for India, he acknowledged that the current tariff uncertainty has already affected order volumes. While some shipments are being processed at a 10% duty, many buyers are holding off, having stocked up during a shipping rush in April. Live Events These concerns extend beyond the apparel and jewellery sectors. Satish Wagh, chairman of Chemexcil, noted that the marginal growth of just 0.1% in exports to the US during the April to June 2025 period indicates stagnation, likely due to the looming tariff announcements. There has been a notable decline in shipments of agrochemicals and dye intermediates, suggesting that buyers may be reconsidering their inventory needs or renegotiating contracts in light of potential price increases. Despite the challenges, trade officials remain cautiously optimistic. Ajai Sahay, director general of Fieo, pointed out that while the delay in the India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) is concerning, it is unlikely to hinder long-term trade prospects. Both exporters and importers recognise that a deal will eventually be reached and are willing to absorb short-term costs in anticipation of better conditions, Sahay said. The garment sector is particularly strained. China has ramped up its exports to Europe, capitalising on the tariffs imposed by the US, which has made it harder for Indian exporters to compete. Sekhri informed that during this lean season from May to August, Indian exporters typically operate at around 70% capacity. However, the current situation has reduced this to about 50%, further complicating matters.


Time of India
11 hours ago
- Time of India
'Thar is a menace': Outrage over Jammu hit-and-run sparks calls for ban, owner character certificates; netizens tag Anand Mahindra
A chilling hit-and-run incident in Jammu city involving a Mahindra Thar on Sunday has triggered nationwide outrage, with netizens demanding stricter measures, including mandating character certificates for prospective Thar owners in India. In the July 27 incident, a 20-year-old engineering student allegedly reversed his Thar twice to deliberately crush an elderly scooter rider after a minor collision, leaving the victim critically injured. The viral CCTV footage has reignited an online debate over road rage and reckless driving linked with Thar SUVs. After the incident surfaced on social media, it immediately caught the attention of netizens, who are now urging a ban on Mahindra Thar cars in the country. Many are even demanding to make it be made a mandate for owners to submit their character certificates before purchasing a Thar, citing a disturbing pattern of reckless driving, arrogance, and misuse of power associated with some owners. According to ToI, the victim is critically injured and is currently in the ICU. Meanwhile, the accused, who is identified as Manan Anand, a 20-year-old engineering student, fled from the scene after the incident, facing attempted murder charges. 20-year-old reverses his Thar to deliberately hit the elderly twice following a minor collision The shocking incident took place on Sunday, July 27, around 1:30 pm near the Green Belt Park in Gandhinagar in Jammu city. In the chilling case, a Mahindra Thar allegedly tried to hit a 75-year-old by reversing his car not only once but twice. As per reports, the old man has suffered a brain haemorrhage and is currently admitted to the ICU. The whole action was captured on the CCTV camera, the footage of which is now widely circulating on social media, triggering a massive uproar among netizens demanding justice and strict action against the accused. I think there's enough evidence now to say that the preferred vehicle for most psychos who are low on budget is this Thar driver: driving on the wrong side, knocks down an elderly man on a scooty, then instead of feeling guilty, comes back and hits him again. Still… Netizens demand a ban on Thar cars and a mandate for a character certificate of the owners Since the video of the incident has surfaced on the internet, netizens are demanding a nationwide ban on Mahindra Thar vehicles in the country, urging authorities to mandate character certificates for buyers, citing rising cases of reckless driving and misuse linked to the SUV's aggressive image. While some even shared a list of similar incidents that happened in the past with the Mahindra Thar. One said, "If your kid is asking you to buy him a Thar or if he buys a Thar with his money. Try to understand or ask him why he decided to buy Thar. Being a parent, please be extra careful. So far, the track records of 90% of Thar owners are not less than criminal." If your kid is asking you to buy him a Thar or if he buy a Thar from his money. Try to understand or ask him why he decided to buy a parent please be extra careful. So far track records of 90% of Thar owner is not less than a criminal. One shared video of a similar incident from the past and said, "Sometimes I think that Thar owners should be mandated to submit character certificates while purchasing." Sometimes I think that Thar owners should be mandated to submit character certificates while purchasing. "There's no smoke without fire. Thar ownership is a convenient proxy for entitled, arrogant,antisocial behavior. A stereotype do have to be 100 % accurate - it just have to be useful enough to quickly apply in information scarce environments, such as a road. If I see a Thar I would stay away - especially if I drive in a North Indian road. There's no point in taking risk. To differentiate decent owners from the psychos, may be Mahindra can give Thar owners some Good Conduct certificate after every year of event-free driving 😀," one wrote. @anandmahindra should collect character certificates and do police verification of potential Thar owners. One tagged Mahindra and wrote, "@anandmahindra should collect character certificates and do police verification of potential Thar owners." @anandmahindra should collect character certificates and do police verification of potential Thar owners. "THAR isn't a car anymore, it's a menace. Ban it already. A man in Jammu was hit twice by a Thar, and the driver didn't even blink. This isn't just a road rage issue, this is what a decade of glorifying hate, lawlessness, and thuggery looks like," one demanded for a ban on the car. THAR isn't a car anymore, it's a menace. Ban it already.A man in Jammu was hit twice by a Thar, and the driver didn't even blink. This isn't just a road rage issue, this is what a decade of glorifying hate, lawlessness, and thuggery looks like. Details about the Jammu Mahindra Thar case The incident took place on Sunday afternoon, when the accused Manan's Thar (JK02DP-9594) first collided with a scooter (JK02BS-6435) near Allora Textiles, knocking an elderly scooter rider to the ground, as per the Free Press Journal. Following this, despite helping the old man, the accused deliberately reversed his SUV at a speed and crushed him again. Meanwhile, Jammu police have registered an FIR No. 163/2025 under sections 281 and 125(a) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Along with this, Section 109 (attempt to murder) has also been charged against the accused. FAQs Q. Who is Manan Anand, and what do we know about his background? According to ToI, Manan Anand is reportedly a 20-year-old engineering student from Jammu's Nanak Nagar locality and the son of Rajinder Anand. Q. What charges has Manan Anand been booked under by the Jammu Police? Jammu Police have registered FIR No. 163/2025 in the Gandhi Nagar Police Station under Sections 281 (negligent/rash driving), 125(a) (endangering human life), and 109 (attempt to murder) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. For the latest and more interesting auto news, keep reading Indiatimes Auto.


Time of India
a day ago
- Time of India
Who is Manan Anand, 20-year-old accused of deliberately hitting elderly man twice with his Mahindra Thar in Jammu?
In a disturbing hit-and-run incident, a 20-year-old, identified as Manan Anand, allegedly ran over an elderly scooter rider twice with his Mahindra Thar in Jammu city after a minor collision on Sunday, July 27. According to ToI, the victim is critically injured, while Manan remains absconding, facing attempted murder charges. The shocking CCTV footage has now gone viral on social media, and the incident has sparked online outrage over rising road rage cases. Know who Manan Anand is. 20-year-old reverses his Thar to hit the elderly twice after a minor collision On Sunday, July 27, around 1:30 pm, a Mahindra Thar allegedly tried to hit an elderly man twice by reversing the car in a hit-and-run incident near the Green Belt Park in Gandhinagar, Jammu city. The horrific incident has been captured on the CCTV camera, which is now being circulated widely across social media, triggering a massive uproar among netizens demanding justice and strict action against the accused. One user on X (formerly called Twitter) wrote, "I think there's enough evidence now to say that the preferred vehicle for most psychos who are low on budget is Thar. Take this Thar driver: driving on the wrong side, he knocks down an elderly man on a scooter, and then, instead of feeling guilty, he comes back and hits him again. Still not satisfied, he gets out, hurls abuses, and drives off like nothing happened. Wish we had a policy to confiscate and scrap the rowdy vehicle and give the scrap money as compensation to the victim. This was a perfect case." I think there's enough evidence now to say that the preferred vehicle for most psychos who are low on budget is this Thar driver: driving on the wrong side, knocks down an elderly man on a scooty, then instead of feeling guilty, comes back and hits him again. Still… "If the road rage & increasing criminal mindset by the Drivers of Mahindra Thar continue, then very soon it will get the bad name #CriminalsSUV like the Maruti Omni, the #KidnappingVan!!,' while another compared it to a Maruti Omni, famous for being the Kidnapping Van. If the road rage & increasing Criminal mindset by the Drivers of Mahindra Thar continue then very soon it will get the bad name #CriminalsSUV like the Maruti Omni, the #KidnappingVan!! Details about the Jammu Mahindra Thar case The incident took place on Sunday afternoon, when Manan's Thar (JK02DP-9594) first collided with a scooter (JK02BS-6435) near Allora Textiles, knocking the elderly rider to the ground, reports the Free Press Journal. Following this, instead of helping the injured man, Manan allegedly reversed his SUV at speed and crushed him again. As per the report, the victim is currently in the ICU, reportedly with a brain haemorrhage. However, the accused fled from the scene. Meanwhile, Jammu police have registered FIR No. 163/2025 under Sections 281 and 125(a) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Additionally, Section 109 (attempt to murder) has also been charged against him. Jammu Police also issued a statement that reads, 'Following the Thar-scooty collision near Green Belt Park, Gandhi Nagar on 27.07.2025… the Thar was seized, its owner detained, & hunt is on to nab the absconding driver.' Who is Manan Anand? According to FPJ, Manan Anand is a 20-year-old engineering student. Manan is the son of Rajinder Anand, who hails from the Nanak Nagar area of Jammu. Although the persona and professional details of Anand remain scarce, his alleged actions reflect a troubling display of unchecked aggression and entitlement. FAQs Q. Who is Manan Anand, and what do we know about his background? According to ToI, Manan Anand is reportedly a 20-year-old engineering student from Jammu's Nanak Nagar locality and the son of Rajinder Anand. Q. What charges has Manan Anand been booked under by the Jammu Police? Jammu Police have registered FIR No. 163/2025 in the Gandhi Nagar Police Station under Sections 281 (negligent/rash driving), 125(a) (endangering human life), and 109 (attempt to murder) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. For the latest and more interesting auto news, keep reading Indiatimes Auto.