India is now a top-four global economy
India achieved the 4th largest economy rank in 2025. As we enter the top GDP club, the focus must shift to closing gaps with China and investing in health and education for sustainable growth.
Category : Economy
India's Fiscal Tensions: States vs Centre Over Funds
Recent changes to India's rural job scheme highlight deep fiscal fault lines. States argue their autonomy is eroding as the Centre pushes co-financing. Explore the data on tax shares, cesses, and political penalties.
India's Fiscal Discipline Tested Amid Rising Subsidies
India aims to stick to its medium-term fiscal deficit target of 4.3% in FY26, buoyed by a record RBI dividend. However, rising subsidy costs and lower nominal GDP growth present significant challenges to consolidation. Explore the details.
India's Growth Powered by Incremental Reforms: Bajpai
G N Bajpai highlights India's economic progress driven by cumulative reforms. While results are visible, institutional gaps and weak private investment remain key hurdles. Read the analysis.
Mumbai egg prices hit record Rs 110 per dozen
Egg prices in Mumbai reach a historic high of Rs 110 per dozen due to festive demand and cold wave. Chicken and mutton prices also surge, pinching household budgets. Details inside.
Rupee Faces Sharp Volatility Through 2026, Analysts Warn
The Indian rupee is expected to remain volatile until 2026 due to capital outflows and trade disruptions, despite strong growth. Key levels and expert analysis inside. Read more.
CAG: States' Fiscal Health Fragile as Debt Mounts
CAG report reveals Indian states face mounting fiscal stress with rising debt and rigid spending, limiting investment capacity. Key findings on revenue, deficits, and liquidity concerns.
India Overtakes Japan to Become 4th Largest Global Economy
India officially becomes the world's 4th largest economy with a GDP of $4.18 trillion. China hails India's rise, citing lessons from history. Government projects overtaking Germany by 2030.
India's fiscal deficit at 62.3% of FY26 target
India's fiscal deficit for April-November hits ₹9.76 lakh crore, cushioned by strong non-tax revenue. Tax collections lag, impacted by rebates and GST changes. Read the full analysis.
GST Cuts Hit Revenue, Fiscal Deficit Widens to 62.3%
India's fiscal deficit for April-November FY26 reached 62.3% of the annual target, impacted by GST rate cuts. Tax revenue lags while expenditure rises. Key details inside.
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra Projects High Economic Growth for India
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra says India is set for high economic growth driven by strong consumption and investment. Read about the financial stability roadmap.
RBI Warns of Risks to Financial Stability from External Shocks
RBI's Financial Stability Report highlights geopolitical tensions and trade tariffs as major risks, causing rupee depreciation and FPI outflows. Explore the central bank's analysis and the economy's buffers.
Govt fiscal deficit at 62.3% of FY26 target by November
India's fiscal deficit reached Rs 9.76 lakh crore by November 2025, covering 62.3% of the full-year target. Explore the details on revenue and expenditure trends shaping the economy.
Fiscal deficit hits 62.3% of budget estimate in Nov 2025
Government data reveals India's fiscal deficit touched 62.3% of the full-year target by November 2025. The Centre's budget aims for a 4.4% GDP deficit in FY26. Read the full analysis.
RBI Governor Malhotra: India's economy set for robust growth
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra projects robust growth for India driven by domestic demand, despite global risks. Read his full assessment from the Financial Stability Report.
RBI Flags Global Risks in Financial Stability Report
RBI's December 2025 Financial Stability Report highlights near-term risks from global uncertainties to India's resilient economy. Discover the key insights on banking health and macrofinancial risks.
RBI Report: Strong Economic Growth, Healthy Banks
The Reserve Bank of India's Financial Stability Report projects sustained strong growth for the Indian economy and highlights the sound health of commercial banks. Read the full analysis.
Indian economy resilient despite global challenges: RBI
The Reserve Bank of India's latest bulletin highlights the economy's sound fundamentals, strong domestic demand, and moderating inflation. Read the full analysis.
RBI Governor Projects 7.2% Growth for Indian Economy
RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das expresses confidence in India's economic resilience, projecting 7.2% growth for FY25 despite global headwinds. Read the full analysis.
Rupee's Worst Annual Drop Since 2022 at 4.74%
The Indian rupee closed 2025 at 89.8650 per US dollar, marking its worst annual performance in three years with a 4.74% decline. Discover the factors and implications for India's economy.
India becomes world's 4th largest economy
India has overtaken Germany to become the world's fourth-largest economy. Discover what this historic milestone means for jobs, income, and the future of the common man in India.
Indian Rupee Saw Most Volatility in 2025
The Indian rupee experienced its most volatile year in 2025, swinging wildly against the US dollar. Discover the key drivers, from Fed policy to geopolitical tensions, and what lies ahead for the currency.
Rupee volatility to continue in 2026, US pact not a cure-all
The RBI expects the Indian rupee to remain volatile in 2026. A potential US trade deal may help long-term stability but won't be an immediate solution to currency pressures. Read more.
ICRA Projects Fertiliser Subsidy at Rs 1.9 Lakh Crore for FY27
Rating agency ICRA predicts India's fertiliser subsidy outlay will remain high at Rs 1.9 lakh crore in FY27. Learn what's driving the cost and its impact on government finances.
India's 2025 Growth at 7.6%, 2026 Outlook Tested
India's economy grew 7.6% in 2025 with low inflation. Mint explores if consumption, investment, and reforms can sustain growth momentum in 2026 amid global challenges. Read the full analysis.
India to Stay Top Large Economy, Hit $26 Trn by 2047: EY
A new EY report projects India as the world's fastest-growing large economy, poised to reach a staggering $26 trillion by 2047. Discover the key drivers behind this historic growth trajectory.
Why India's 8.2% Growth Thrives Despite Trump's Tariff Wars
Despite Trump's 2025 tariff shocks causing a global recession, India and the US posted stellar growth. Explore how India's economy defied predictions. Read more for an in-depth analysis.
India's Growing Duopoly Problem: Risks for Economy
India's markets, from aviation to telecom, are increasingly dominated by just two players. This analysis explores the risks of duopolies for consumer welfare, prices, and innovation, urging a data-driven policy response.
India's Unique Model: Ambition Meets Welfare for 2026
As 2026 begins, India charts a unique course, balancing entrepreneurial drive with robust welfare. Discover how this blend fosters resilience and counters global trends of loneliness and fragmentation. Read the analysis.
BRICS Gold Reserves Challenge US Dollar Supremacy
BRICS nations now control half of global gold production, driving a strategic shift away from dollar reliance. Explore the implications for India and the global financial system.
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