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.
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Cabinet okays Rs 20,668 cr for key highway projects
Union Cabinet approves 6-lane Nashik-Solapur high-speed corridor & NH-326 upgrade in Odisha. Surat-Chennai travel time to drop from 31 to 17 hours. Read more.
PLI Auto Scheme Gives ₹2,000 Crore to Automakers in FY26
India's PLI scheme for auto sector disburses ₹2,000 crore in FY26, boosting investments in electric vehicles and local manufacturing. Nine companies, including Tata Motors and Ola Electric, received incentives.
D-Street's 2025: Nifty Gains 10.6%, Smallcaps See First Drop in 2 Yrs
Indian markets navigated global uncertainty in 2025 with a selective rally. While Nifty 50 gained 10.6%, smallcaps fell 5.6%. DIIs absorbed massive FPI outflows, setting stage for 2026. Read the full analysis.
Centre Approves Two Major Highway Projects in Maharashtra, Odisha
The Union government has greenlit two crucial highway projects in Maharashtra and Odisha, totaling Rs 7,210 crore, to boost connectivity and economic growth. Read more about the strategic infrastructure push.
RBI Flags Rising Stress in Unsecured Lending Portfolios
RBI's Financial Stability Report warns of high slippages & write-offs in private banks' unsecured loans. NBFC asset quality improves, but fresh stress builds. Read the full analysis.
Brazil, India Push for Deeper Trade Ties Ahead of Lula Visit
Brazil and India are strengthening economic cooperation, with President Lula's upcoming visit to New Delhi set to boost trade and investment. Explore the key sectors and strategic goals.
DGFT's 2025 Strategy to Digitally Transform India's Trade
DGFT unveils a strategic policy overhaul and digital integration plan for 2025, aiming to simplify processes, boost exports, and reshape India's trade landscape. Discover the key initiatives.
IGL Cuts Piped Cooking Gas Price in Delhi-NCR
Indraprastha Gas Limited reduces PNG price by Rs 2.5 per kg in Delhi-NCR, effective immediately. This move brings relief to households and commercial users. Read for details and impact.
IGL Slashes Domestic PNG Prices in Delhi-NCR
Indraprastha Gas Limited reduces domestic PNG prices in Delhi, Noida, Greater Noida, and Gurugram. Check the new rates effective from January 1, 2025.
Gig Workers' Strike Fails to Disrupt New Year's Eve Deliveries
Despite a gig workers' strike on New Year's Eve, services from Zomato and Swiggy remained largely unaffected. Firms offered extra incentives to ensure smooth operations. Read the full analysis.
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.
IGL Reduces Domestic PNG Prices in Delhi-NCR
Indraprastha Gas Limited slashes piped natural gas prices for households in Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, and Ghaziabad, offering New Year relief. Get the latest revised rates here.
IGL Reduces Piped Cooking Gas Price in Delhi NCR
Indraprastha Gas Ltd slashes PNG prices by ₹2.5 per kg in Delhi NCR, effective January 2026. Over 22 lakh households to benefit. Details on the new tariff structure here.
Air India 787-8 Return, IndiGo A321XLRs in 2026 Fleet Plans
Air India will bring back its first two Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners and start refitting its 777 fleet in 2026. IndiGo will induct Airbus A321XLRs, marking a major expansion for Indian aviation. Read the full details.
Pune Metro All-Night Service for New Year 2026 Eve
Pune Metro announces special all-night service on New Year's Eve 2025, running trains from 11 PM to 6 AM on both lines for safe travel. Details on frequency and future expansions inside.
Retirement Mutual Funds: A ₹32,835 Crore Option You May Miss
Explore retirement mutual funds, a unique investment avenue with ₹32,835 crore AUM. Discover their 5-year lock-in, flexibility vs NPS/PPF, and top-performing schemes. Plan your retirement smarter today.
Draft Rules for New Labour Codes Open for Public Feedback
Ministry of Labour pre-publishes draft rules under new labour codes. Public consultation open for 45 days. Key changes in wage definition, PF, gratuity calculation explained.
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.
Gig Workers in India Pushed to the Edge by Poor Conditions
A new report reveals the harsh reality for India's gig workers: low pay, exhausting hours, and zero job security are creating a crisis. Read the full investigation into the platform economy's human cost.
Mahindra: India's 'Brain Drain' to Transform into 'Brain Gain'
Anand Mahindra predicts a historic shift as global talent mobility changes. He sees AI as an accelerator and calls for building world-class institutions in India to seize the opportunity. Read more.
Silver's 178% Rally: A Structural Market Shift
Silver's 178% surge signals a structural shift driven by acute scarcity and Asian demand, not speculation. Inventories collapse as industrial users hoard metal. Read the full analysis.
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.
Warren Buffett Retires as Berkshire Hathaway CEO
Warren Buffett retires after 60 years leading Berkshire Hathaway. We track the stock's epic 47,21,150% journey and what's next under Greg Abel. Read for key investing insights.
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.
Gold, Silver Futures Plunge on MCX as Traders Book Profits
Gold and silver futures fell sharply on MCX on December 31, 2025. February gold dropped by Rs 1,098. Read the full analysis of the market drivers and outlook.
China's Six-Decade Campaign to Dominate Rare Earths
Explore China's strategic, decades-long plan to control the global supply of rare earth elements, crucial for modern tech and defense. Understand the geopolitical implications.
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.
FMCG bets on volume growth for 2026, not price hikes
India's FMCG sector anticipates a volume-driven recovery in 2026, supported by stable commodity costs and GST revisions. Executives signal cautious optimism amid rural resilience and urban challenges. Read the full outlook.
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