Gita Gopinath: Pollution Hurts India More Than Tariffs
Former IMF official Gita Gopinath warns India's air pollution causes greater economic damage than tariffs, urging urgent action at Davos panel.
Category : Economy
Forex Reserves Hit $700 Billion After $14 Billion Jump
India's foreign exchange reserves have increased by USD 14 billion, reaching a total of USD 700 billion, as per the latest RBI data. This rise comes after reserves peaked at USD 704.89 billion in September 2024, with recent pressures due to currency inter
India Cuts US Treasury Holdings to 5-Year Low
India's US Treasury holdings plummet 26% to $174B, hitting a 5-year low as RBI diversifies forex reserves away from dollar assets amid rupee volatility and geopolitical risks.
India's Forex Reserves Jump $14.17 Billion to $701.36 Billion
India's foreign exchange reserves rebounded sharply, rising by $14.167 billion to $701.36 billion in the week ended January 16, according to latest RBI data.
Budget 2026: Fiscal Deficit May Stay at 4.4% in FY27
Nuvama report suggests India's finance minister may keep fiscal deficit unchanged at 4.4% of GDP in FY27, focusing on non-fiscal measures like deregulation and disinvestment to support fragile economic recovery.
Vaishnaw: Govt Reforms Transform India's Economic Growth at Davos
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted at Davos how the government's positive reforms have significantly transformed India's economic growth trajectory, attracting global investment.
Corporate Sales Lag GDP Growth, Data Questions Arise
India's GDP growth at 8% nominal and 7.4% real contrasts with corporate net sales growth lagging behind, fueling debates on data accuracy and economic health.
Union Budget 2024: Impact on Taxes, Savings & Daily Life
The Union Budget directly influences income tax, savings schemes, and daily expenses for millions of Indians. Discover how budget decisions shape financial well-being.
Navy Chief: Viksit Bharat Now a Maritime Reality
Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi declares Viksit Bharat has evolved beyond policy to tangible maritime reality, highlighting that 95% of India's trade volume travels by sea, crucial for achieving the 2047 development vision.
India Seen as Growth Anchor at Davos Amid Global Uncertainty
India was repeatedly cited as a reliable long-term growth anchor during World Economic Forum discussions, with its macroeconomic stability and AI potential highlighted amid persistent geopolitical uncertainty.
India as Global Growth Anchor Amid Challenges: CII
CII Director General Chandrajit Banerjee highlights India's pivotal role as a growth anchor in challenging global conditions, describing Davos mood as cautiously optimistic.
India's Private Sector Growth Rebounds in January
India's private sector economy shows strong recovery in January 2026 with manufacturing leading the upturn. HSBC Flash PMI indicates improved new orders, job creation, and business confidence across sectors.
Economic Survey 2026: Insights, Date, and Economic Impact
The Economic Survey 2026 is a crucial pre-budget document that analyzes India's economic performance and sets the stage for fiscal policies. Learn about its release date, significance, and how it influences the nation's economic trajectory.
Finance Ministers with Most Budget Presentations in India
From Morarji Desai to Nirmala Sitharaman, explore the finance ministers who have presented the most Union Budgets in India's history. The Union Budget outlines the nation's financial planning and policies.
Budget 2026: Electricity Bill to Tackle Discom Losses
The government may table a key Electricity Amendment Bill in Budget 2026 to address mounting losses of power distribution companies (discoms) and improve sector efficiency.
Budget Beyond Balance Sheets: Steering India's Economy
The Union Budget serves as a crucial fiscal tool for steering India's economy, impacting growth, inflation, and public welfare beyond mere financial statements.
BOJ Keeps Rate at 0.75% as Japan Exits Stagnation Era
The Bank of Japan maintains its key interest rate at 0.75%, continuing its cautious approach after exiting negative rates in 2024. The decision comes amid political shifts and inflation forecasts.
Budget 2026 Expectations: Key Dates & Sectors
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents Union Budget 2026 on February 1. Key sectors include railways, infrastructure, AI, and healthcare. Follow live updates.
Budget 2027: Fiscal Discipline in Global Uncertainty
Analysis of India's upcoming Union Budget for fiscal 2027, focusing on maintaining fiscal rectitude, economic resilience, and growth strategies amid global volatility and domestic challenges.
Beyond Bigger Numbers: Growth vs Development
A critical analysis of how economic growth differs from holistic development and progress, exploring the need for qualitative improvements beyond mere quantitative expansion in India.
Budget 2026: Agri, Industry Demands Tax Relief, Biofuel Push
Ahead of Union Budget 2026, agriculture and industry sectors demand tax relief, biofuel incentives, and infrastructure investments to boost growth and sustainability.
India's 6.8% Growth Forecast for Next 5 Years
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw projects India's economy to grow by 6.8% annually in real terms over the next five years, highlighting robust economic fundamentals and policy stability at the World Economic Forum.
Rupee Hits Fresh Low, FDI Outflow Continues for 3rd Month
The Indian rupee has touched a new low against the US dollar, while data reveals a net foreign direct investment outflow for the third straight month in November, raising economic concerns.
Supreme Court Airfare Cap: Wrong Answer for Aviation
The Supreme Court's decision to cap airfares during peak seasons is criticized as economically flawed, potentially harming airlines and passengers alike by disrupting market dynamics.
India's Budget 2026 Strategy Against US Tariffs & Trade War
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents Union Budget 2026 as India faces 50% US tariffs. Experts reveal strategies to insulate economy, boost exports, and maintain growth amid global trade tensions.
Budget 2026: Focus on Quality Growth, Economic Insurance
Economist Chatterjee outlines key expectations for Union Budget 2026, emphasizing the need to shift focus toward quality of growth and insuring the economy against global uncertainties through patient capital investments.
India's Economy to Grow 6-8% Annually for 5 Years: Vaishnaw
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw forecasts India's real-term economic growth at 6-8% annually over the next five years, emphasizing alignment between bureaucracy and political leadership.
Farm, Rural Worker Inflation Rises in December
India's retail inflation for agricultural and rural labourers increased slightly in December 2023, driven by higher food prices, while urban workers saw a marginal decline.
India Now 'Pivotal' Global Economic Force, Ministers Say at Davos
India has officially transitioned from being labeled an 'emerging' economy to becoming a 'pivotal' global economic force, as emphasized by ministers at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Gold, Silver Prices Hit Record Highs on Global Tensions
Gold and silver prices reached unprecedented levels on Wednesday, driven by safe-haven demand, a weakening US dollar, and escalating Greenland crisis tensions.
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