Urban Consumer Confidence Declines Amid Inflation Fears: RBI

The latest RBI survey reveals a marginal decline in urban consumer confidence, driven by growing caution over economic conditions and inflation. Rural sentiment remains resilient, but inflation concerns persist across both urban and rural households.

India-US Reach Interim Trade Agreement Framework

India and the United States have established a framework for an interim trade agreement, resolving tensions over tariffs. The pact includes tariff reductions on industrial goods, agricultural products, and pharmaceuticals.

RBI Keeps Policy Rate Unchanged at 6.5%

The Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee has maintained the repo rate at 6.5% for the eighth time in a row, focusing on inflation control amid economic growth.

Nifty 50 Rebounds, Stocks Under ₹100 Recommended by Analyst

The Indian stock market experienced a volatile week from February 1-6, 2026, with the Nifty 50 index swinging from sharp falls to strong rebounds. Analysts provide outlook and recommend three stocks to buy under ₹100, including IRB Infrastructure Develope

Gold Price Surge Drives Indian Consumers to Exchange Jewelry

Amid soaring gold prices, Indian consumers are increasingly opting for exchanges of old gold for new jewelry and advancing wedding purchases to avoid higher costs. Tanishq reports nearly half of sales involve exchanges, with lightweight and lower-karat op

RBI to Price Deposit Insurance by Bank Risk from 2026

The Reserve Bank of India will implement risk-based pricing for deposit insurance starting April 2026, rewarding financially strong banks with lower premiums while maintaining depositor protection at Rs 5 lakh per bank.

Minister Urges Farmers to Be Entrepreneurs at Agri Fair

At the International Agricultural Trade Fair 2026, Karnataka Minister N Chaluvarayaswamy unveiled a roadmap to connect farmlands with global markets and urban consumers, urging farmers to adopt an entrepreneurial mindset.

Navi Mumbai Projects Stalled in PCMC-Cidco Land Dispute

Multiple building development projects in Navi Mumbai's village areas are on hold due to a bureaucratic standoff between PCMC and Cidco over land acquisition clarity and NOC requirements, frustrating developers and landowners.

Indo-US Trade Deal Poses Threat to Indian Farmers: Bajwa

Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa warns that the proposed Indo-US trade agreement could devastate Indian farmers by exposing them to heavily subsidized American agricultural competition, calling for nationwide farmer unity.

Gurgaon Metro Land Acquisition Gains Momentum

The Gurgaon Metro project's land acquisition process has accelerated with the first Land Purchase Committee meeting. Officials reviewed requirements for Corridor-1 and requested details for Corridor-2, with compensation following the 2013 Act.

Punjab OTS-2025 Recovers Rs 110 Crore, Deadline Extended

Punjab's one-time settlement scheme OTS-2025 has recovered Rs 110 crore while offering Rs 38,477 crore in waivers. The deadline has been extended to March 31, 2026, to boost voluntary compliance and ease financial burdens for traders.

PAU Kisan Club Membership Hits 7,200, Reflecting Farmer Trust

Over 500 farmers attended the annual PAU Kisan Club event, where Vice-Chancellor Satbir Singh Gosal highlighted the growing membership as a sign of trust. Lectures on skill development and scientific beekeeping were delivered, with 14,700 ambassadors aidi

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