Category : Economy


World Bank Pledges $8-10B Yearly for India Jobs

World Bank Group announces new 5-year partnership with India, providing $8-10 billion annually to create jobs in infrastructure, energy, healthcare, tourism, and manufacturing sectors.

Rajan: Domestic Private Investment Key for India's FDI

Former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan emphasizes that robust domestic private sector investment is essential to attract sustainable net FDI inflows to India, noting corporate sector investment hasn't shown sustained growth.

Rupee Hits Record Low 92.02 vs Dollar, Ends at 91.97

Indian rupee touched historic low of 92.02 against US dollar on Friday amid foreign fund outflows and geopolitical tensions, before recovering slightly to close at 91.97. Experts cite crude oil decline and dollar index movement as key factors.

Union Budget 2026: Key Numbers to Watch as FM Presents

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the Union Budget 2026. Key economic indicators, including fiscal deficit targets, capital expenditure, and tax revenue projections, will be closely monitored by markets and analysts.

Union Budget 2026-27: Sitharaman's Ninth Budget on Feb 1

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 2026-27 on February 1, marking her ninth consecutive budget. The document outlines India's fiscal strategy, economic priorities, and policy direction for the coming year.

Economic Survey 2025-26: Key Takeaways for UPSC Exam

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tables Economic Survey 2025-26 ahead of Sunday Budget. Key highlights include 7% growth projection, AI strategy, climate finance gaps, and concerns over fiscal populism.

Budget 2026 Expectations: Gig Worker Welfare in Focus

Industry leaders, including DriveU CEO Rahm Shastry, urge the government to prioritize social security and welfare measures for gig workers in the upcoming Union Budget 2026, seen as crucial for shaping a fairer framework.

Economic Survey 2025-26: India's Growth Amid Global Turbulence

The Economic Survey 2025-26, tabled by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, positions India as a macroeconomic oasis with strong growth prospects. Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran emphasizes delayed gratification and strategic resilience.

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