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Explore the next steps during the Gaza ceasefire, including hostage releases and the challenges ahead for Israel and Hamas.

Oil supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz push global prices higher, lifting inflation and rate risks. India faces renewed policy trade-offs amid rising costs.

Texas Instruments has expanded direct Indian rupee purchasing for domestic manufacturers, covering bulk orders through its backlog channel. The announcement came alongside more than 20 technology demonstrations at Electronica India 2026, held at the Bengaluru International Exhibition Centre last week.

Xi Jinping's US state visit examines trade tensions, security concerns, and rare earths dependence shaping US tech and defence supply chains in light of ongoing crises.