Shaktikanta Das On RBI Rates

The repo rate call was a tough one to take considering that inflation is high and at the upper level of the band

The six-member MPC also kept policy stance unchanged at 'accommodative' for "as long as necessary" to revive growth

Exporters laud timely steps but want direct fiscal support, full package

The market and economists were expecting a sure cut in the policy review, considering the weak growth rate

RBI's next move will depend on the Budget

The central bank is likely to cut repo rate for the fifth time in a row

Shaktikanta Das likely to initiate required steps in coming weeks