Economy
Growth risks to nudge RBI towards deeper rate cuts, say economists
Growth in Asia's third-largest economy, which is under threat from slowing urban consumption and tepid private investment, could worsen because of the escalating US-China trade war
US tariffs on China could make some Indian products more competitive: GTRI
However, the benefits may be short-lived unless India proactively leverages this breathing space to strengthen its export ecosystem
India eyes trade pact push as US pauses reciprocal tariffs for 3 months
In February, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and American President Donald Trump had announced the intention to finalise the first phase of a mutually beneficial BTA by the end of 2025
US remained the outlier in January with crude imports rising, shows data
Imports from Russia fell by nearly a fifth despite remaining largest source of crude
Indian exporters breathe sigh of relief on US reciprocal tariff pause
Industry players have adopted a 'wait-and-watch' mode
US tariff policy opens export opportunities for India: Nitin Gadkari
Gadkari inspected the ongoing construction work of the Rs 1,200 crore Multimodal Logistics Park project in Pithampur industrial area, about 30 km from Indore
Financial inclusion is not a licence to exploit: RBI Deputy Governor
NBFCs pulled up for lax underwriting, steep charges
Govt looks to increase RRTS lines, but funding, viability questions remain
Even though the cost savings in time-value metrics are significant, the RRTS routes are yet to find a viable public-private financing model
Andhra Pradesh govt clears investments worth Rs 31,167 cr by 17 companies
In all five SIPB meetings held so far since TDP-led NDA government was formed, 57 organisations have been given approval for investments to tune of Rs 4.71 trillion, which will create 4.17 lakh jobs
Uttar Pradesh eyes Rs 33 trillion fresh private investments in GIS 2.0
UP GIS 1.0 was held in February 2023 in Lucknow which garnered over 27,000 investment proposals worth ₹40 trillion
US tariff impact: Moody's Analytics cuts India's 2025 GDP forecast to 6.1%
Moody's Analytics said that its April baseline represents the economic toll they'll have should the tariffs eventually go ahead in full
Datanomics: After deflation of 18 months, LPG may see retail inflation now
The retail price deflation in LPG (excl conveyance) was as high as over 24 per cent for each of the first five months of 2024-25
India seeks quick trade deal with US after Donald Trump pauses tariffs
India and the United States agreed in February to work on the first phase of a trade deal to be concluded late this year, with a view to reaching two-way trade worth $500 billion by 2030
Microfinance: Its rising importance and relevance in the Indian economy
Presently, MFIs account for around 40% of the portfolio while the remainder is shared by banks, SFBs and NBFCs. The overall portfolio touched Rs 4.4 trn with around 85 mn unique borrowers last year
India should reconsider negotiating a comprehensive FTA with the US: GTRI
The remarks came in the backdrop of the USA's decision to defer imposition of additional 26 per cent import duty on India for 90 days
India, Russia agree on 6 new projects to boost bilateral investment ties
India and Russia discussed initiatives to strengthen economic ties and affirmed their commitment to expanding investment collaboration
'Eagerness' on both sides to conclude India-UK FTA: FM Sitharaman
Areas for collaboration on defence were also identified, with the finalisation of the India-UK Defence Industrial Roadmap set to strengthen ties
RBI slashes repo rate by 25 bps to 6%, shifts stance to 'accommodative'
Dials down growth, inflation projections
Cabinet okays ₹1,600 cr sub-scheme under PMKSY for piped water to farms
The sub-scheme will run on a pilot basis across 78 sites covering almost 80,000 farmers
Tariffs to hit growth, but India may dodge the worst: Guv Malhotra
Rupee free to move if global forces weigh, says RBI governor
