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Retail inflation likely to stay within RBI’s comfort zone amid cooling food and fuel prices: MPC Minutes

Retail inflation likely to stay within RBI’s comfort zone amid cooling food and fuel prices: MPC Minutes

Describing the current inflation environment as "benign," RBI Deputy Governor M. Rajeshwar Rao noted that food prices have continued to ...

Electronics surge to third-largest export segment in FY25, surpassing pharma and gems & jewellery

Electronics surge to third-largest export segment in FY25, surpassing pharma and gems & jewellery

Apple plays a dominant role in electronics export surge, with iPhone shipments alone reaching Rs 1.5 lakh crore in ...

UNHCR faces sharp US-driven budget cut as global displacement peaks

UNHCR faces sharp US-driven budget cut as global displacement peaks

The US has been the UNHCR’s largest donor, contributing over 40% of its funding. The Trump administration&rsquo ...

Mumbai Police Pledge Swift Action on Cyber Fraud After HC Rap; Cyber crime cases rise at an alarming rate

Mumbai Police Pledge Swift Action on Cyber Fraud After HC Rap; Cyber crime cases rise at an alarming rate

A division bench comprising Justices Revati Mohite Dere and Neela Gokhale, in an order dated April 15, observed that the ...

India’s retail inflation hits near six-year low at 3.34 percent in march, driven by cheaper food prices

India’s retail inflation hits near six-year low at 3.34 percent in march, driven by cheaper food prices

The drop in inflation was particularly evident in food prices, a critical component of the Consumer Price Index (CPI).

Cargo traffic on National Waterways hits record high of 145.5 million tonnes in FY 2024-25

Cargo traffic on National Waterways hits record high of 145.5 million tonnes in FY 2024-25

This milestone underscores the growing significance of inland waterways as a viable and sustainable mode of cargo transport.

Government launch Panchayat Advancement Index to achieve sustainable development goals by ensuring robust rural development

Government launch Panchayat Advancement Index to achieve sustainable development goals by ensuring robust rural development

The Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) serves as a comprehensive metric to evaluate grassroots progress, drawing on 435 unique local indicators ...

Crude imports drop 16% in January as US surges, Russia slips

Crude imports drop 16% in January as US surges, Russia slips

New Delhi may deepen crude ties with Washington. However, diversification remains essential amid price swings and geopolitical uncertainty. Long-term ...

Eggs Becoming Breakfast Staple to Luxury Item: Prices Up By 310% Since 2005

Eggs Becoming Breakfast Staple to Luxury Item: Prices Up By 310% Since 2005

Egg prices in the United States, up by 310% since 2005, have experienced signifi cant fl uctuations over the past ...

RBI cuts repo rate by 25 basis points; GDP growth slashed to 6.5 percent

RBI cuts repo rate by 25 basis points; GDP growth slashed to 6.5 percent

The decision was reached unanimously by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), signalling a coordinated effort by the central bank to ...

From textiles to tech: How US tariffs are shaping India’s export woes

From textiles to tech: How US tariffs are shaping India’s export woes

As US tariffs squeeze China, India eyes export gains in textiles, footwear, and steel. A government report sees scope for ...

GST collection in FY 2024-25 stands at ₹22 lakh crore, up 9.4% year on year

GST collection in FY 2024-25 stands at ₹22 lakh crore, up 9.4% year on year

After adjusting for refunds, the net GST revenue for March 2025 stood at ₹1,76,526 crore, registering a 7.3 percent year-on-year increase from ₹1,64,592 crore.

Trump’s reciprocal tariffs: How will they hit India’s trade and economy?

Trump’s reciprocal tariffs: How will they hit India’s trade and economy?

Washington’s tariffs threaten global growth, but for New Delhi, they could be a strategic opening. As businesses rethink ...

The DOGE Dilemma of Balancing Cost Savings with Public Needs

The DOGE Dilemma of Balancing Cost Savings with Public Needs

The Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, is a newly established federal initiative created by President Donald Trump in January ...

Jal Jeevan Mission achieves new milestone: More than 15.5 crore rural households are now equipped with tap water connections

Jal Jeevan Mission achieves new milestone: More than 15.5 crore rural households are now equipped with tap water connections

The Jal Jeevan Mission has come a long way from receiving ₹10,000.66 crore in 2019-20 to ₹70,000 crore in 2023-24

Reciprocal Tariffs and Retaliation: US, India and the World Brace for Economic Uncertainty

Reciprocal Tariffs and Retaliation: US, India and the World Brace for Economic Uncertainty

On April 2, 2025, President Donald Trump announced sweeping new tariffs on nearly all U.S. trading partners, marking a ...

India’s defence exports hit record Rs 23,622 crore in 2024-25

India’s defence exports hit record Rs 23,622 crore in 2024-25

In terms of contributions, the private sector accounted for Rs 15,233 crore, while DPSUs contributed Rs 8,389 crore ...

India’s forex reserves climb for third week, providing 11 months of import cushion: Fin Min Nirmala Sitharaman

India’s forex reserves climb for third week, providing 11 months of import cushion: Fin Min Nirmala Sitharaman

According to the RBI's Weekly Statistical Supplement, foreign currency assets (FCAs) declined by $1.6 billion, settling at $558.86 billion.

Rural distress deepens as MGNREGA job demand grows, funding shortfall leads to Rs 21,304 crore in unpaid dues

Rural distress deepens as MGNREGA job demand grows, funding shortfall leads to Rs 21,304 crore in unpaid dues

The Centre may require mid-year fund infusions to clear dues and prevent FY26 disruptions. Improved demand forecasting and digitised ...

Indian households flock to markets for higher yields, squeezing bank deposits

Indian households flock to markets for higher yields, squeezing bank deposits

Shrinking deposits may push banks toward corporate bonds, securitisation, or wholesale funding, raising borrowing costs. Persistent trends could tighten credit ...

India may explore China trade fix to counter Trump tariffs blow

India may explore China trade fix to counter Trump tariffs blow

New Delhi’s best bet is broader market access, especially in China, but barriers persist. Expanding exports to Europe ...