India's Digital Economy Grows at Twice GDP Pace: Report
India's digital economy is expanding at 2.6 times its GDP, driving Asia-Pacific's transformation. Discover the key drivers and future projections shaping this rapid growth.
Category : Economy
Ecuador Central Bank Governor Avellán Steps Down
Ecuador's central bank governor, Guillermo Avellán, resigns to pursue new challenges. The 39-year-old economist leaves over a year before his term ends. Get the full story on this major financial leadership change.
Ficci President Calls for RBI Rate Cut to Boost Growth
Ficci President Anant Goenka advocates for RBI rate cuts, citing strong macro fundamentals and a Rs 2.5 lakh crore consumer boost. He outlines budget priorities for defence, exports, and manufacturing.
Rupee hits record low, breaches 90 in trades post-market
The Indian rupee plunged to a historic low of 89.95 against the US dollar, driven by weak inflows and a missing US trade deal. Experts warn of further decline to the 90-92 band. Read the full analysis.
Goa Egg Prices Soar to Rs 90, More Hikes Expected
Egg prices in Goa surge to Rs 90 per dozen ahead of Christmas. Traders warn of further increases until early 2026 due to supply crunch and high demand. Read more.
Telangana, Andhra Pradesh overshoot RBI borrowing limits
Telangana and Andhra Pradesh have become India's most aggressive borrowers in 2025, overshooting RBI limits by 190% and 122% respectively. Economists warn of severe long-term fiscal stress. Read the full analysis.
Rupee Hits Record Low, RBI Defends 90 vs Dollar
The Indian rupee plunged to a historic low of 89.87 against the US dollar, saved from hitting 90 by RBI intervention. Experts warn of further pressure from global factors and trade deficits. Read more.
FICCI Chief Calls for RBI Rate Cut to Boost Growth
FICCI President Anant Goenka urges RBI for a 25 basis point rate cut in December, citing benign inflation and stable crude oil prices to spur economic growth.
Farm Price Deflation Threatens India's Rural Demand
Stagnant farm incomes from Kharif and a bleak winter crop outlook are squeezing rural spending, posing a risk to FMCG and durable goods sales. Experts warn of a potential crisis.
IMF 'C' Rating Questions India's GDP Data Quality
The IMF's 'C' rating highlights long-standing issues with India's GDP data, including an outdated base year and deflator problems, casting doubt on the impressive 8.2% Q2 growth figure. Experts call for urgent statistical reforms.
How Trump's Policies Threaten US Dollar's Global Reign
The US dollar's status as the world's reserve currency is under threat. Discover how Trump's tariffs and policy shifts are causing global investors to diversify away from American assets.
Nobel Economics 2025: India's Tech Growth Challenge
The 2025 Nobel Prize in Economics highlights tech-driven growth and creative destruction. For India, the key is adapting tech, managing job disruption, and building safety nets. Read the analysis.
Labour Codes: A Step, Not a Game-Changer, Says Ex-Finance Secy
Former Finance Secretary Subhash Chandra Garg argues India's new labour codes are not transformative. Their success hinges on effective execution, with deeper reforms for workers and entrepreneurs still pending. Read the analysis.
Rupee hits new record low of 89.85 against US dollar
The Indian rupee plunged to a historic low of 89.85 against the US dollar, driven by weak inflows and US-India trade deal concerns. This decline comes despite strong GDP growth. Read for full analysis.
India Manufacturing PMI Slows in November, Export Orders Ease
India's manufacturing activity softened in November as export orders eased, impacting job creation. The HSBC PMI, though in expansion, fell to 56.6. Read the full analysis.
India's CAD narrows to $12.3 bn in Sept quarter
India's current account deficit improved sharply to 1.3% of GDP in Q2 FY26. Key drivers include higher services exports and remittances, though quarterly trends show a widening trade gap. Explore the full analysis.
IMF's 'C' grade for India's economic data spurs improvement drive
The IMF's critique of India's economic statistics highlights data quality issues but is seen as a cue for improvement, not alarm. India's 8.2% GDP growth for Q2 2025-26 remains robust. Read more.
Rupee at Record Low 89.76, Bond Yields Rise
The Indian rupee plunged to a historic low of 89.76 on Monday amid offshore pressures and US trade deal uncertainty. Bond yields also climbed to 6.57%. Read the full analysis.
India-Pakistan GDP Gap Could Mirror Korea Night Photo
Economist Noah Smith's viral tweet predicts a stark economic divergence between India and Pakistan, visible from space. We analyze the GDP numbers and growth trajectories shaping this potential future.
FDI Rises 18% to $35.18 Billion, US Inflows Double
India's Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) jumped 18% to $35.18 billion in April-September 2025. US inflows doubled, signaling strong global confidence in the Indian economy. Read the full analysis.
Delhi, Mumbai flight costs may surge 22 times
A TDSAT order redefining airport tariffs for FY09-FY14 could lead to a ₹50,000 crore recovery, pushing user fees up dramatically for Delhi & Mumbai passengers. Read the full impact.
IIP Growth Hits 13-Month Low of 0.4% in October
India's industrial output growth plummeted to 0.4% in October 2024, the lowest in over a year, dragged down by power, mining, and manufacturing. Get the full analysis of the key economic data.
India's 8.2% GDP Growth Surprises, Data Quality in Focus
India's economy grew 8.2% in July-September, beating forecasts. Economists cite data gaps in services tracking and GST cuts for the surprise, while flagging concerns over slowing nominal growth.
India's Industrial Growth Slows to 0.4% in October
India's industrial output grew a mere 0.4% in October, the slowest pace in 14 months, as manufacturing, mining & electricity sectors contracted. Experts cite festive season impact. Read the full analysis.
Govt Seeks ₹41,455 Crore Extra Spend for Subsidies
Indian government seeks Parliament nod for net extra spending of ₹41,455 crore for fertiliser, fuel subsidies. Fiscal deficit target of 4.4% of GDP remains intact. Read full details.
IIP growth slows to 0.4% in October 2025
India's industrial output growth decelerated sharply to 0.4% in October 2025 from 4% in September, as fewer working days due to festivals impacted production. Read the full sectoral breakdown.
Trump's SEC Appointees Spark Regulatory Revolution
A seismic shift is underway at US financial regulators under Trump. The SEC, led by Paul Atkins, is rolling back climate rules, dropping crypto lawsuits, and redefining its role. Explore the impact on markets and investors.
India's Q3 GDP Growth Hits 8.4%, FY24 Forecast Raised
India's economy grew at a stellar 8.4% in Q3 FY24, the fastest in six quarters. The government revised its full-year growth estimate upward to 7.6%. Discover the key drivers and what this means for Asia's third-largest economy.
Indian Rupee Plunges to All-Time Low of 89.79 vs USD
The Indian rupee fell to a historic low of 89.79 against the US dollar in intraday trade on December 1, 2025. Get the full details on the forex market movement and its implications.
RBI's December Puzzle: Surging GDP, Crashing Inflation
The RBI faces a tough call this December with record-low inflation at 0.25% and high GDP growth of 8%. Economists are split on a rate cut. Understand the MPC's dilemma and its impact.
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