Small Businesses Seek GST Relief in Budget 2026
Ahead of Union Budget 2026, small business owners across India are urging the government for GST relief to combat escalating operational costs and inflation pressures.
Category : Economy
India's Goldilocks Economy: AI, Demographics Drive Growth
India's economy remains in a Goldilocks phase with 7.4% GDP growth and 2% inflation in FY26. AI, young population, and domestic reforms to sustain momentum through FY27 and beyond.
Gold, Silver Prices Hit Record Highs Amid Tensions, Tariffs
Gold and silver prices surged to record highs on Monday, driven by safe-haven demand amid geopolitical tensions and US tariff policies. Gold crossed $5,000, silver above $100 for the first time.
RBI: State Fiscal Deficits Up, Market Borrowing Key
RBI study reveals Indian states' fiscal deficits have widened modestly, with market borrowing now financing 76% of deficits. Younger states have growth potential, while ageing states face fiscal pressures.
Murmu: India's Economy Strong Despite Global Challenges
President Droupadi Murmu emphasized India's robust economic growth, driven by reforms and self-reliance, projecting it to become the world's third-largest economy soon.
Rupee at 92 vs Dollar: Imports Costlier, Exporters Gain
The Indian rupee plunged to a record low of 92 against the US dollar on January 23, making imports like oil and electronics more expensive while offering some relief to exporters and NRIs.
India's Economy to Grow 7% Despite Global Geopolitical Risks
India's economy remains resilient with 7% GDP growth forecast for FY26-27 despite global geopolitical tensions affecting stock markets through oil price volatility, FII selling, and trade uncertainties.
Budget 2026 Focus & Historic Budgets That Shaped India's Economy
Union Budget 2026 is expected to prioritize AI, infrastructure, and defence spending. Explore five historic budgets from 1957 to 2025 that transformed India's economic landscape and policy direction.
Budget 2026 LIVE: Tax Slabs, Growth & Key Sectors
Follow LIVE updates on Budget 2026 expectations including income tax slab changes, old vs new tax regime updates, standard deduction hopes, and key sectoral announcements ahead of the Union Budget presentation.
Rupee at 92/USD: Impact on Imports, Education, Travel
The Indian rupee's fall to 92 against the US dollar raises import costs for oil, electronics, and travel while boosting exporters. Inflation concerns mount as trade deficit widens.
India's Forex Reserves Hit $701 Billion After $1.4B Rise
India's foreign exchange reserves increased by $1.4 billion to reach $701 billion as of January 16, 2024, marking a significant boost in the country's economic buffer against global volatility.
Domestic Strength Anchors India's Growth Amid Global Uncertainties
A report by Prabhudas Lilladher highlights India's robust domestic economy as a key anchor for growth, with strong consumption and investment driving resilience despite global headwinds and uncertainties.
Budget 2026 Glossary: Essential Terms Explained
As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present Union Budget 2026, understanding key budget terminology is crucial. This comprehensive guide explains fiscal policy, revenue deficit, capital expenditure, and other essential terms that shape Indi
Chidambaram Slams Modi's Economic Reforms, Highlights Panagariya's Advice
P Chidambaram analyzes Arvind Panagariya's six economic reform suggestions for 2026, criticizing the Modi government's anti-reform stance over 11 years and lack of significant measures in 2025.
India Falls to Sixth in Emerging Markets Amid Global Pressures
India dropped to sixth position in Mint's emerging market tracker in December 2025 due to external pressures on exports, rupee, and stock markets, despite strong domestic GDP growth and manufacturing activity.
India's Infrastructure Faces Rising Climate Insurance Risks
A new analysis highlights how India's rapid infrastructure expansion is increasingly vulnerable to climate-related insurance risks, threatening economic stability and development goals amid extreme weather events.
India's Budget Conundrum: Growth vs Stability
India faces a complex budget challenge as it aims to balance economic growth with fiscal stability. The government must address rising expenditures while maintaining investor confidence and controlling inflation.
Budget 2026 Expectations: Tax, Capex & Sectoral Focus
As India prepares for Union Budget 2026, expectations center on tax refinements, infrastructure spending, defense modernization, and manufacturing support while maintaining fiscal discipline.
Union Budget 2026 Expectations: Key Insights and Impacts
As India prepares for the Union Budget 2026 presentation on February 1, explore how tax policies, sectoral allocations, and fiscal discipline shape household finances and market dynamics. Learn from last year's Budget 2025-26 impacts.
States' Fiscal Deficit Hits 3.3% in FY25, RBI Report Reveals
A recent RBI report highlights a concerning rise in states' fiscal deficit to 3.3% of GDP in 2024-25, surpassing the 3% threshold for the first time in three years, signaling potential economic stress.
India Tax-to-GDP Ratio 19.6% Matches Global Peers
India's combined tax-to-GDP ratio stands at 19.6%, on par with major economies but below advanced nations. Bank of Baroda report highlights reform opportunities and upcoming Income Tax Act 2025.
Budget 2024: Economic Stability, Fiscal Prudence in Focus
Crisil chief economist Dharmakirti Joshi highlights expectations for Union Budget prioritizing fiscal discipline, higher GDP growth, and trade deals amid global uncertainty.
Budget 2026 Expectations: India's Economic Strategy Amid Global Headwinds
Union Budget 2026, to be presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1, 2026, aims to address global economic challenges including US tariffs. Key expectations include tax relief, export sector support, and infrastructure spending.
Gold Refiners Seek Budget 2026 Duty Relief for Competitiveness
Indian precious metal refiners urge government to address duty disparities in Budget 2026, seeking policy support to enhance domestic refining capabilities and compete with imports under free trade agreements.
Metro Cuts Home Loan Delinquency in Hyderabad, Bengaluru
A study by PM's Economic Advisory Council reveals metro access lowers home loan delinquency by 1.7% in Hyderabad, 2.4% in Bengaluru, and boosts prepayments, stabilizing household finances.
Supply Comfort in Commodities Amid Market Volatility
Amid rupee depreciation and stock market freefall, global and domestic commodity supply surpluses offer stability, cushioning inflation risks and highlighting policy predictability needs.
India's GDP Up, Core Sectors Slow, UAE Energy Partnership
IMF raises India's FY26 GDP growth forecast to 7.3%, core industries show subdued growth, and India signs a $3-billion LNG deal with UAE. Key economic insights from the week.
NSO to Boost GDP Data with GST, Corporate Filings
India's National Statistics Office plans to use GST filings, E-Vahan data, corporate results, and other administrative sources to improve quarterly GDP figures as part of a data overhaul.
Budget 2024 to Prioritize Domestic Economy Amid Global Risks
Ashika Group CEO Rahul Arora predicts India's upcoming budget will be inward-looking, emphasizing domestic growth and stability to counter global economic uncertainties and geopolitical tensions.
Silver Hits Record $100/oz Amid Trump Policy Fears, Industrial Demand
Silver prices surged to an unprecedented $100 per ounce on Friday, marking a historic milestone driven by safe-haven demand amid US political uncertainty and robust industrial use in solar panels and AI infrastructure.
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