Former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan emphasizes the need for India's Union Budget to adopt a long-term strategic vision, focusing on economic resilience, independence, and sustainable growth amid global uncertainties.
Americans are angry about high prices despite real wage gains. The 'money illusion' makes nominal prices feel worse than they are. Could redenomination, like France's 'heavy franc', offer a psychological fix?
Former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan emphasizes that India's budget must focus on a longer-term vision to build economic resilience, noting past disconnects with five-year plans.
Devina Mehra analyzes India's economic paradox: strong GDP growth contrasts with sluggish tax collections, leaving minimal budget space for tax concessions or increased spending on critical areas like health and education.
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RBI's latest study highlights how Indian states are at varying stages of demographic transition, requiring customized fiscal policies and budget allocations to address unique age-related challenges.
Gold price crosses $5,000 per ounce for the first time, driven by fears of US dollar instability, geopolitical chaos, and an impending debt crisis, with central bank stockpiling and investor speculation fueling the surge.
The upcoming Union Budget must focus on enhancing public capital expenditure in local infrastructure while controlling fiscal deficit to support India's economic growth amid global uncertainties.
A surprising drop in US consumer confidence has reignited the Treasury yield curve steepening trend, with short-term yields falling on expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts this year.
The US dollar fell to its lowest level in nearly four years against major currencies as traders brace for potential coordinated intervention and await the Federal Reserve's rate decision.
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Gold prices in India have surged to an unprecedented ₹1,66,000 per 10 grams, while silver has reached a lifetime high of ₹3,70,000 per kilogram, driven by strong global cues and festive demand.
YCH India's Country General Manager Jossy Sebastian emphasizes that Budget 2026 must prioritize port connectivity, multimodal networks, and digital logistics to enhance India's global supply chain competitiveness and export growth.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman participated in the traditional halwa ceremony at North Block, signaling the final preparation phase for Union Budget 2026-27.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present her ninth consecutive Union Budget on February 1, 2026, focusing on economic reforms amid geopolitical volatility. She nears Morarji Desai's record of 10 budgets.
Federal Reserve officials pause interest rate cuts after three reductions, divided on when to resume. Inflation remains above target at 2.8%, with political pressure from White House intensifying.
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Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present Budget 2026 for the ninth time. This article explores the intricate, months-long process behind creating India's annual financial statement, from consultations to the final Bahikhata.
As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares the Union Budget, expectations are high for continued railway investment. With allocations rising steadily, focus shifts to PPP models, high-speed rail, and efficiency reforms to achieve Viksit Bharat goals.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government faces a challenging task in the upcoming 2026-27 Union Budget to bolster India's economic growth amid global uncertainties and domestic pressures.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's upcoming budget faces challenges as nominal GDP growth slows and new spending priorities emerge, testing India's debt-control framework.
A new book, 'Union Budgets 2014–24: An Analysis,' revisits a decade of Modi government budgets, challenging whether headline promises aligned with actual allocations in health, education, and more.
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The Indian rupee appreciated marginally against the US dollar on Tuesday, supported by a weaker greenback and positive sentiment from the India-EU Free Trade Agreement. Analysts see potential stabilization around ₹90 levels.
As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares her record ninth consecutive Union Budget, a team of senior bureaucrats is working behind the scenes. This article profiles the key officials shaping Budget 2026-27.
As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present the Union Budget 2026, discover the seven key bureaucrats shaping India's economic strategy amid 7.4% growth and global uncertainty.
As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present the Union Budget 2026 on February 1, discover the six key bureaucrats shaping India's economic strategy amid 7.4% growth and global uncertainties.
Subhash Chandra Garg critiques the Union Budget 2026, urging a shift from unproductive capital expenditure and subsidies to investments that enhance citizens' daily lives and build India's future sustainably.
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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Union Budget 2026-27 on February 1, addressing macro risks with infrastructure, tax policies, and growth strategies.
A State Bank of India report projects the central government's capital expenditure could exceed Rs 12 lakh crore in the upcoming FY27 budget, marking a 10% year-on-year increase.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present Budget 2026-27 on February 1, marking her ninth consecutive budget speech. Key dates, sectoral expectations, and taxpayer demands ahead of the economic blueprint.
Gold and silver prices declined sharply on Tuesday, with silver slipping over 7% after hitting record highs. Comex gold fell 1.16% to $5,023.60/oz, while silver dropped 6.41% to $108.095/oz.
Republicans are banking on $100 billion in tax refunds to boost voter approval before midterms, but face challenges with IRS capacity and voter awareness.
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As cyclical economic supports fade, India must pivot to structural reforms to sustain growth. This requires boosting private investment, consumption, and exports while navigating global challenges like Chinese overcapacity and US policy volatility.
