Analysis reveals widening underspending across ministries despite ambitious budget allocations. Key social and infrastructure sectors show persistent implementation gaps, raising questions about fiscal priorities.
Gold prices soared 74% in 2025, marking the steepest rally in decades due to tariff wars, geopolitical tensions, and a global shift away from the US dollar as a reserve currency.
Stronger-than-expected US employment data has led traders to reduce expectations for Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts, pushing Treasury yields higher. The two-year yield jumped significantly, while benchmark 10-year yields also rose.
Beef prices in Goa have surged dramatically, with boned beef reaching Rs 400/kg and boneless at Rs 500/kg, up from Rs 350 and Rs 400 last month. Traders blame high export demand for creating local shortages, raising concerns ahead of Ramadan.
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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman outlines FY 2026-27 Budget with Rs 53.47 lakh crore total expenditure, record capital spending of Rs 12.2 lakh crore, and fiscal deficit target of 4.3% of GDP. Key focus on infrastructure, health hubs, and state support
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman defended the Union Budget FY27 in Parliament, detailing measures to insulate India from global challenges, boost competitiveness, and create jobs while countering Rahul Gandhi's criticisms.
Egg prices in Bengaluru have decreased by Rs 1.5 following the winter season, with retail prices at Rs 7 per egg. The drop is attributed to seasonal demand shifts and increased production, providing relief to consumers.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman informed Lok Sabha that 41% share of taxes, estimated at Rs 25.44 lakh crore, will be devolved to states in the coming fiscal year.
Gold and silver prices remained resilient in Wednesday's trading, even as a robust US jobs report tempered expectations for rapid Federal Reserve rate cuts. April gold futures hit $5,144 intraday, while silver held near $85 per ounce.
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The Union Budget 2026 has been presented as a pragmatic and balanced fiscal plan, focusing on sustainable growth, infrastructure development, and social welfare while maintaining fiscal discipline.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced in Lok Sabha that the effective capital expenditure in Union Budget 2026 is Rs 17.1 lakh crore, constituting 4.4% of India's GDP, highlighting a strategic push for infrastructure and economic growth.
India's labour force participation rate has surged to 55.8% in the latest quarter, while the unemployment rate has declined, according to new data from the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation.
The Indian rupee declined by 14 paise to close at 90.70 against the US dollar on February 11, 2026, as initial optimism over the India-US trade deal was overshadowed by fresh concerns from the White House fact sheet, impacting forex markets.
China's digital currency, e-CNY, now pays interest, potentially challenging the US dollar's global dominance through cross-border systems like mBridge that bypass traditional financial networks.
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India's updated Consumer Price Index, reflecting current household spending patterns, will give monetary policymakers a clearer view of inflation and more stable data for decision-making.
The gold-silver ratio has experienced extreme volatility, plunging to multi-year lows near 44 before rebounding above 61. Experts analyze what this shift means for precious metals investors.
Uttar Pradesh's 2026-27 budget caps fiscal deficit at 3% of GSDP, focusing on infrastructure, agriculture, and social welfare with a 20% increase in allocation for key sectors.
An expert panel featuring Bank of Baroda's Madan Sabnavis, EY India's Bipin Sapra, and Britannia's Sunil Alagh analyzes the Union Budget's economic implications, tax policies, and growth trajectory in a discussion with AU Small Finance Bank.
Gold prices are extending their rally with long-term support from central bank buying and ETF inflows. Expert Maneesh Sharma highlights factors like US data and dollar trends influencing near-term direction.
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The inclusion of agriculture in the India-US trade deal signals a paradigm shift, reducing farmers from providers to dependents in national planning. Budget allocations and policy changes reflect this transformation, raising concerns over livelihoods and
India's Consumer Price Index gets a major update with a new 2024 base year, reflecting reduced food weight, digital economy inclusion, and improved methodology for more accurate inflation measurement.
The Indian rupee opened weak, declining 6 paise to 90.62 against the US dollar due to geopolitical concerns and steady import demand. Analysts see support at 90.00-90.20, with potential upside to 91.20.
Asian stock markets traded higher on Wednesday, with gains in Hong Kong, Japan, and South Korea, while investors balanced weak US consumer data with concerns about high valuations in artificial intelligence investments.
Following Punjab's Rs 10,000 crore fake paddy procurement investigation, Haryana faces similar allegations of a Rs 5,000 crore scam involving forged records and illegal trading, prompting calls for a CBI probe.
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The reversion to the Old Pension Scheme by Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, and Jharkhand is projected to create unsustainable fiscal liabilities, with pension payouts exceeding NPS contributions within the next decade.
Gold and silver prices edged higher on Wednesday, recovering from Tuesday's decline, as market participants anticipate potential US Federal Reserve rate cuts. Spot gold traded at $5,065 per ounce, while silver surged 1.16% to $81.32.
India's economy is projected to grow at 7.2% in 2026-27, driven by strong domestic demand and manufacturing. However, global uncertainties and inflation remain key challenges.
India's rural unemployment rate declined to 4% in Oct-Dec 2025, down from 4.4% in previous quarter. Urban joblessness also eased to 6.7%. Labour force participation and female employment show positive trends.
New research reveals President Trump's tariffs imposed a $1,000 burden per American household in 2025, with projections rising to $1,300 in 2026, potentially reducing GDP by 0.7%.
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Punjab's unemployment rate increased in the 15-29 age group to 19.3% in Oct-Dec 2025, while national and neighboring states like Haryana and Himachal saw declines, highlighting a worsening job scenario in the state.
