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EconomyIndia’s growth engine still has plenty of runway with earnings set to accelerate: Jefferies
Jefferies expects India’s real GDP growth to stay at 6.5-7% in the current fiscal, with corporate earnings growth accelerating to 17% next fiscal from 14%, despite geopolitical an…
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EconomyChina goes shopping in India as exports jump 39% and BRICS trade picks up
India’s exports are gaining ground across key markets, with shipments to four core BRICS economies rising 34% to $19.9 billion in April-August 2026-27. China and South Africa led…
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EconomyGovt rolls out GOBARdhan rules with assured CBG offtake, 10-year price support
The government’s Rs 23,731-crore GOBARdhan scheme aims to give India’s CBG industry a more predictable business model, with assured offtake, a government-backed price for at least…
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EconomyIndia must rethink cross-border payments beyond corridors, put customers first: Deloitte
A shift from corridor-led expansion to customer-centric design forms the core principle needed to drive the next stage of India's cross-border payment ecosystem, according to a re…
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EconomyUPI’s new MDR pot: 5% of collections to be used for bringing small merchants online
NPCI will introduce a dedicated fund from MDR proceeds for small merchants. This fund aims to expand digital payment infrastructure in smaller Indian cities. Eligible small mercha…
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Economy‘Viksit Bharat depends on Viksit Rajya’: CEA calls for more private capital, higher state capex
Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran said India will need greater private-capital participation to finance its development ambitions towards 2047, urging states to create a…
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EconomyUday Kotak lays out 7 priorities for Viksit Bharat, warns against economic complacency
Veteran banker Uday Kotak urged India to avoid complacency despite its strong global position, calling for tighter fiscal management, financial-sector reforms and stronger domesti…
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EconomyIndia needs up to Rs 172 trillion infrastructure investment by FY31 to turn demand into financeable projects: NaBFID-BCG Report
India needs Rs 168-172 trillion in infrastructure investment through FY31, but Rs 78-80 trillion is yet to enter the announced project pipeline, a NaBFID-BCG report said. With muc…
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EconomyWest Asia crisis: National Highways Builders Federation seeks 3-month extension of road relief measures
NHBF has sought a three-month extension of relief measures until December, citing continued West Asia crisis-related volatility in fuel, logistics, supply chains and costs that is…
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EconomyTwo-day conference of state finance ministers, secretaries concludes with focus on Viksit Bharat financing
The two-day meet covered the macroeconomic outlook, financing agricultural transformation and the energy transition, and stressed Centre-state coordination in the spirit of "Team…
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EconomyAssam's revised ATISIS gives major boost to GTAC-linked CTC exports
Assam's updated tea incentive scheme introduces exciting export benefits designed to enhance the quality of CTC tea. The initiative promises a Rs 3 per kg bonus for single-origin…
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EconomyCanada optimistic about concluding trade talks with India by year-end, minister says
Canada anticipates finalizing a comprehensive economic partnership agreement with India by year's end. Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu expressed optimism regarding the upcoming neg…
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EconomyA costly policy error by China should be a cautionary tale for India
India’s fertility rate has fallen below replacement level, prompting an EAC-PM working paper to argue that population control should no longer be a policy goal. Pointing to China’…
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Economy100% US tariff law raises uncertainty, may disrupt India's exports if imposed: Exporters
A new United States law could impose steep tariffs on Indian goods. This legislation creates significant uncertainty for bilateral trade relations. Indian exporters express deep…
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EconomyIndia to see 'unparalleled' economic growth for decades amid AI-led changes: Tata Sons' N Chandrasekaran
India anticipates unparalleled economic expansion in the coming decades. Artificial intelligence and technology are reshaping global economic landscapes and opportunities. Gradu…
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EconomyUS tariffs on India: A timeline of duties, deals and reversals
India and United States trade saw tariff changes since April 2025. Tariffs were imposed and later rescinded due to geopolitical events. A trade deal framework was agreed upon be…
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EconomyNLMC recommends monetisation of government assets worth over Rs 5,000 crore
The National Land Monetization Corporation recommended assets worth over Rs 5,000 crore for monetization. Its board stressed accelerating value unlocking from government entities'…
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Economy'Everything on record': Parliamentary Finance panel chief defends unanimous Standing Committee report amid UPI MDR row
Bhartruhari Mahtab defended the finance committee's report on Demands for Grants. Congress MP Manish Tewari rejected claims of opposition support for MDR proposals. The committe…
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EconomyIndia-New Zealand FTA can be a ‘beacon’ for global trade, says minister Todd McClay
The India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement is expected to begin next month, boosting business growth. Indian exporters will gain zero-tariff access to New Zealand's market from d…
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Economy'India-NZ FTA likely to come into force within a month,' says Trade Minister McClay
The India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement will soon be implemented, offering Indian exporters duty-free market access. New Zealand expects increased trade in chemicals, pharmace…
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EconomyTrump signs Russia-Iran sanctions law, opens door to 100% tariffs on India
US President Donald Trump has signed the Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, allowing tariffs of up to 100% on countries including India and China that buy Russian oil and ga…
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EconomyApparel exporters rush to close spring '27 US orders
India's apparel exports, which help stock the shelves of major US retailers, currently face 10% tariffs in America. The looming threat of tariff escalations has set off a fresh sc…
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EconomyDraft note favours rupee payments for SEZ services provided domestically
The current provision under Section 2(z) of the Act mandates that proceeds from SEZ-to-DTA supplies of services must be realised in foreign exchange, although there is no such req…
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EconomyRabi season preparations intensify amid monsoon deficit and El Nino concerns for winter crops
The agriculture ministry is preparing for the upcoming rabi season with states. This preparation addresses concerns over soil moisture and reservoir status for winter crops. The…
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