HEF: Financial Discipline Key for Global Business Expansion
Swami Vigyanand of Hindu Economic Forum highlights financial discipline and local cooperation as essential for scaling businesses globally, with experts discussing GDP growth factors.
Swami Vigyanand of Hindu Economic Forum highlights financial discipline and local cooperation as essential for scaling businesses globally, with experts discussing GDP growth factors.
The Union Budget 2026 has been announced, featuring significant allocations and policy changes across sectors. This article details the key highlights and explores the implications for industries, economy, and public welfare.
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra states the current policy rate is appropriate, citing India's robust economic growth, low inflation, and healthy macroeconomic fundamentals.
India's eight core infrastructure sectors grew at 4% in January 2026, a two-month low, with weakness in crude oil, natural gas, and coal. Growth moderated from 5.1% in January 2025, impacting industrial output forecasts.
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RecommendedIndia's foreign exchange reserves have increased by $8.66 billion, reaching a historic high of $725.72 billion, as reported by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
India's eight core infrastructure sectors recorded a growth of 4% in January 2024, a slowdown from the previous month's 8.3%, with coal and electricity leading but steel and cement lagging.
India's foreign exchange reserves soared by $8.66 billion to a new peak of $725.727 billion in the week ended February 13, driven by gains in foreign currency assets and gold holdings, as per RBI data.
Gold futures on MCX edged higher by 0.93% to Rs 1,56,262 per 10 grams, while retail bullion prices in major Indian cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai saw marginal declines on Thursday amid steady global cues.
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva expresses optimism about India's Viksit Bharat goal, highlighting AI's potential to boost global growth by 0.8% annually. She praised India's investments in digital infrastructure at the Delhi AI Summit.
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RecommendedIMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva states AI could accelerate global growth by 0.8% and help India achieve its developed nation ambition by 2047, while warning of significant job disruption.
Gujarat government reports significant reduction in Below Poverty Line families in Ahmedabad and Surat districts over two years, with Ahmedabad seeing over 10,000 families exit BPL status.
The Indian rupee depreciated by 27 paise to 90.95 against the US dollar in early trade on Monday, influenced by a strong greenback and rising crude oil prices.
Oil prices surged to their highest level in nearly seven months, while gold attracted safe-haven buying as rising US-Iran tensions threaten global crude supplies through the Strait of Hormuz.
Analysis of India's economic trajectory, highlighting key challenges like infrastructure and job creation, and opportunities in tech and green energy for sustainable growth.
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RecommendedA Deccan Herald cartoon critiques India's job crisis and policy failures, sparking debate on economic challenges and governance issues.
Silver prices surged by Rs 18,000 per kg in Delhi, while gold advanced amid rising geopolitical risks and global uncertainty. Analysts cite US-Iran tensions and stalled Russia-Ukraine talks as key drivers.
Federal Reserve Governor Michael S. Barr warns that AI could create a 'jobless boom,' rendering many workers unemployable and challenging economic stability.
Gold prices climbed on Thursday, with April futures advancing by Rs 365 to Rs 1,56,126 per 10 grams, driven by fresh speculator buying and firm spot demand. Global gold futures also gained 0.48% to $5,001.54 per ounce.
CRISIL predicts India's consumer inflation will increase to 4.3% in FY27, up from 2.5% in FY26, driven by economic factors and global trends.
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RecommendedCareEdge Ratings forecasts the Indian rupee will stabilize at 89-90 against the US dollar by March 2027, driven by a softer dollar and manageable current account deficit.
India's economic growth is projected to reach 7.5% in 2026, driven by strong domestic demand and infrastructure investments, though challenges like inflation and global uncertainties persist.
Union Minister Piyush Goyal projects India's economy will grow by $26 trillion by 2047, calling it an unparalleled global opportunity. He highlights policy reforms and investor confidence driving this historic expansion.
India's infrastructure sector receives a major boost with a 9% capex increase to ₹12.22 lakh crore and new institutional reforms including an Infrastructure Risk Guarantee Fund to support economic growth.
India's crude oil imports from Russia fell to their lowest share since late 2022 in January, dropping to 21.2% as Middle East supplies surged. US sanctions and trade deal pressures drive the shift, with China now Russia's top buyer.
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RecommendedUnion Minister Piyush Goyal projects India's economy will grow by approximately $26 trillion, citing trade agreements with 39 developed nations and disciplined national policies as key drivers.
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announces India's economy to expand by $26 trillion, highlighting nine FTAs negotiated from strength since 2022.
Gold prices surged sharply on Wednesday, with MCX futures rising Rs 1,297 to Rs 1,52,715 per 10 grams. Strong spot demand and fresh speculative buying drove gains, mirrored in global markets where spot gold rose 0.8%. Silver saw even stronger gains of 2.8
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget 2026-27 focuses on customs and excise reforms to simplify tariffs, support domestic manufacturing, and enhance export competitiveness through digital initiatives and duty rationalization.
After six months of stable pricing post-GST cuts, Indian consumer goods companies are raising prices by up to 5% due to rising commodity costs and a weak rupee. Essential items like detergents, hair oils, and cereals are seeing higher tags.
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RecommendedGold prices are poised to resume an upward trend in the long run, according to Maneesh Sharma of Anand Rathi. Mixed US data and Asian market factors influence short-term volatility.