FACSI Urges GST, Credit Norms Ease for MSEs in Budget 2026
FACSI calls for GST threshold increase, simplified returns, and a dedicated council for micro and small enterprises ahead of Union Budget 2026.
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Treasury Chief Warns Trump on Powell Probe Fallout
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reportedly told President Trump that the criminal investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell could destabilize financial markets, expressing frustration over the unexpected probe.
Rupee Falls 5 Paise to 90.22 Against US Dollar
The Indian rupee declined by 5 paise to 90.22 against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday. Analysts attribute this drop to heightened geopolitical tensions and global trade uncertainties.
Mehta: Oligarchy, Not Equality, Hinders India's Growth
Pratap Bhanu Mehta argues that framing equality as growth's enemy protects oligarchy. He explains how inequality undermines poverty reduction, entrepreneurship, and social trust in India.
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Uttarakhand Disasters Lead to Rs 15,103 Crore Loss in 2025
A report reveals Uttarakhand suffered Rs 15,103.52 crore in economic losses from 2025 floods, avalanches, and crashes, with tourism and infrastructure hit hardest.
Retail Inflation at 3-Month High, Core Inflation Jumps
India's retail inflation rose to 1.3% in December, reaching a three-month peak. Food inflation contracted but core inflation excluding food and fuel hit a 28-month high of 4.8%.
India's Economic Harmony Fuels Goldilocks Growth
India's inflation remains low amid rapid growth, thanks to rare harmony between monetary and fiscal policymakers. This contrasts sharply with US tensions.
Trump-Powell Feud Escalates with DOJ Probe
The Justice Department investigates Fed Chair Jerome Powell over congressional testimony about Fed headquarters renovation costs, escalating Trump's campaign to influence central bank policy.
Union Budget 2024 Presented on a Sunday for First Time
The Union Budget for 2024 will be presented on a Sunday, marking a historic departure from the traditional weekday schedule in India's parliamentary history.
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Budget 2024-25 on Feb 1 in Lok Sabha, Speaker Confirms
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla announces the Union Budget for fiscal year 2024-25 will be presented on Sunday, February 1, marking a key economic policy event.
India's Growth Path: Import Capital, Don't Export People
India faces a critical choice: export its skilled workforce or attract foreign capital to fuel domestic growth. Experts argue for a capital-import strategy to build a $30 trillion economy. Discover the analysis and policy shifts needed.
Powell Accuses Trump Admin of Using DOJ to Pressure Fed on Rates
Fed Chair Jerome Powell publicly accuses the Trump administration of using a criminal probe to pressure the central bank on interest rates, marking a dramatic escalation. Read the full story.
CPI Inflation Rises to 1.33% in December 2025
India's retail inflation, based on CPI, increased to 1.33% in December 2025, ending the year outside the RBI's target range. This marks the final data point under the old series before a major update.
India's Economy to Grow at 7% in FY27: BMI
BMI Research forecasts India's economy will grow at 7% in FY27, driven by strong investment and a favorable policy environment. Read the full analysis.
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December Retail Inflation Rises to 4.91%
India's retail inflation rose to 4.91% in December, driven by costlier kitchen essentials. The CPI data signals persistent price pressures. Read for detailed analysis and expert insights.
December 2025 CPI inflation rises to 1.33%
India's CPI inflation climbed to 1.33% in December 2025, a 3-month high. While food prices remain negative, core pressures rise. Explore the RBI's growth support room.
India's retail inflation rises to three-month high of 1.3%
India's retail inflation rose to a three-month high of 1.3% in December 2025, signaling a turnaround from ultra-low levels. The uptick may limit the RBI's ability for further rate cuts. Read more.
India's Decisive Decades: Growth, Demographics, Cities
The next two decades are critical for India to convert its demographic dividend and urban surge into lasting prosperity before ageing and climate pressures intensify. The path to a $20 trillion economy by 2047 hinges on smart reforms now.
Union Budget 2026: Who Drafts the Economic Survey? FAQs
Get all your questions answered about the Union Budget 2026 process. Learn who drafts the crucial Economic Survey, key dates, and the difference between the Survey and the Budget.
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Economic Survey 2026: Release Date & Where to Watch
The Economic Survey 2026, a key document ahead of the Union Budget, is set for release. Find out when and where to watch the analysis of India's economic state.
Congress: Economy faces challenges, needs bold Budget steps
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh highlights declining household savings and rising inequality, urging meaningful action in the upcoming Budget. Read the full analysis.
Trump's Fed Probe: A Warning to Powell's Successor
The criminal investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell is a stark warning to his likely successors, Kevin Hassett or Kevin Warsh, about defying presidential pressure on interest rates. Read the full analysis.
Why India's Farmers May Be Left Behind in Union Budget 2026
As India's infrastructure booms, its farmers face crumbling mandis and losses. Will the upcoming Union Budget 2026 address the critical needs of the agriculture sector? Read our analysis.
How Weak Regulators Hurt India's $4 Trillion Economy
India's economic growth is hampered not by entrepreneurs but by weak regulators, raising the nation's risk premium. Analysis by Ninad D Sheth on the urgent need for reform.
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Guide: Accessing Old Economic Surveys & Budget Docs for 2026
Struggling to find past Economic Surveys for Union Budget 2026 research? This guide explains official sources like the Union Budget portal and the National Digital Library. Learn how to access key historical data.
Musk Calls Keynes a 'Demon' in Viral Economic Debate
Elon Musk's tweet calling economist Keynes a 'demon' reveals a tech elite revolt against modern monetary policy. Explore the clash of ideas shaping our financial system. Read more.
Frey's How Progress Ends: Tech, Bureaucracy & Fate of Nations
Carl Benedikt Frey's 'How Progress Ends' argues technological progress stalls under bureaucracy. A must-read on innovation, decentralization, and India's path. Discover the 2025 FT book award contender.
India's Best Bet: Market Economy Amid Global Shifts
As Cold War II dynamics reshape global economic policies, India's path to prosperity lies in optimizing its mixed economy with a strong market orientation. Discover why flexibility and competition are key.
India's 1991 reforms: 5 fixes needed for job creation
35 years post-liberalisation, India's story remains incomplete. Manish Sabharwal argues for five crucial revisions in our thinking about entrepreneurship to unlock massive non-farm job creation and finish the 1991 agenda.
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India's Debt-to-GDP Target: Key Challenges Explained
India shifts from fiscal deficit to debt-to-GDP as its primary fiscal anchor from 2026-27. While offering flexibility, low tax revenues pose a significant challenge to achieving the 50% target by 2031.
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