The Indian rupee weakened to 91.96 against the US dollar on Thursday, down 18 paise from its previous close, as strong dollar demand and RBI intervention capped losses. Market sentiment remains cautious ahead of the Union Budget.
The International Gemological Institute inaugurates its second laboratory in Jaipur, enhancing certification for gemstones and jewellery while supporting trade growth.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlights India's robust macroeconomic fundamentals, with inflation moderated to 1.3% and GDP growth projected at 7.4% this year, ahead of the upcoming budget presentation.
India's IT sector is phasing out pandemic-era work-from-home policies, with companies like TCS, Infosys, and Wipro implementing strict hybrid work norms linking office attendance to pay and career progression.
World Bank Group President Ajay Banga praises the India-EU trade deal, emphasizing emerging markets' growing importance in global trade and India's infrastructure development.
Silver prices in India surged past Rs 4 lakh per kilogram for the first time ever, while gold crossed Rs 1.8 lakh per 10 grams on MCX, driven by geopolitical tensions and safe-haven demand.
A 60-year-old farmer from Lucknow's Para area died of shock after discovering his life savings of nearly Rs 12 lakh missing from his bank account, with police investigating possible banking fraud.
Surat, India's diamond capital, faces a new challenge as moissanite synthetic stones are being fraudulently sold as lab-grown diamonds in jewellery, threatening the industry's credibility and consumer trust.
Satellite imagery and government analysis show Nagpur's semi-urban areas growing faster than the city core over the past decade, reshaping urban development patterns across major Indian cities.
BPCL's massive 10-year LNG tender worth ₹35,000 crore has attracted interest from Adnoc Gas, TotalEnergies, Gunvor, and other global energy players as India seeks long-term gas security.
The Economic Survey 2023 highlights manufacturing competitiveness and exports as crucial for currency stability, advocating a calibrated shift from import substitution to global value chain integration.
The Economic Survey 2023 emphasizes regulatory reforms and creating a professional cadre to improve ease of doing business, highlighting state-level initiatives and the need for streamlined processes.
Hyderabad is projected to become the fourth fastest growing city globally by 2035 with 8.47% annual GDP growth, reaching $201.4 billion economy. The city leads India in municipal bond issuance with ₹500 crore raised.
Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran states new labour codes will ensure wage and benefit growth matches corporate profitability, addressing the profit-wage gap and boosting employment.
Sugarcane farmers in Madurai protested at the collectorate, demanding the government reopen the closed National Cooperative Sugar Mills at Alanganallur, citing severe financial losses and stalled projects.
The Centre's Economic Survey 2025-26 details Telangana's economic expansion under BRS, highlighting irrigation-led agriculture growth, industrial depth, and service sector prominence amid infrastructure concerns.
Approximately 600 retired BSNL employees in Tamil Nadu staged a protest in Chennai's Egmore area against GTECS, alleging mismanagement of 110 crore in savings for over seven years, affecting around 4,000 retirees.
The Economic Survey 2025 highlights India's insurance sector's structural issues, calling for policy reforms to achieve 'Insurance for All by 2047' and address distribution constraints.
India's high cost of capital stems from macroeconomic factors like low savings and reliance on foreign capital, not financial sector flaws, impacting growth and industrial behavior.
India's Economic Survey reveals the rupee is underperforming due to geopolitical factors and a strategic power gap, causing foreign investors to hesitate despite strong macroeconomic performance.
The Economic Survey suggests reducing mandatory government stake in PSUs from 51% to 26% while maintaining effective control through special resolution rights, potentially unlocking significant monetization opportunities.
India's Economic Survey projects GDP growth of 6.8-7.2% for FY27, with potential growth rising to 7% due to reforms. Domestic resilience and macroeconomic stability support steady expansion amid global risks.
India's Free Trade Agreement with the European Union can deliver substantial economic benefits by facilitating labour mobility and integrating Indian workers into European supply chains, creating diverse opportunities.
Dixon Technologies' net profit soared 67% YoY to Rs 287 crore in Q3, though rising memory costs and demand moderation pose near-term challenges for the electronics manufacturer.
Nagpur Metro's Phase-2 construction hits 45% pier completion milestone across corridors. Officials address sand shortage challenges, shift to crushed sand, and target 2027 completion.
The India-EU free trade agreement emerges as a lifeline for leather exporters facing declining US demand, with EU accounting for 46% of India's leather exports and offering tariff elimination.
India's Economic Survey reveals a 53% decline in MGNREGS persondays as rural economy strengthens. Unemployment drops to 2.5%, with new Viksit Bharat Act modernizing rural employment guarantees.
India's Economic Survey proposes shifting towards an entrepreneurial state model to navigate uncertainty, emphasizing systematic learning, risk structuring, and protecting officials from vexatious prosecution.
India's Economic Survey 2025-26 projects 7% GDP growth for FY27, emphasizing strategic sobriety and balanced policy approaches to navigate global disruptions while strengthening domestic fundamentals.
Air India announced an order for 30 additional Boeing 737 aircraft at Wings India 2026, bringing its total Boeing orders to 250. The Tata Group-owned airline also signed agreements with Boeing and Airbus to enhance fleet capabilities and support global ex