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Marking ten years of the IBC, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman noted its profound role in modernizing corporate distress resolution. By introducing strict timelines and a single oversight...
In a strategic bid to safeguard its external balances, the Indian government has hiked gold import duties (including cess) to 15% from 6%, potentially trimming the current account deficit by up to 23...
Sudhakar Shukla, Chairman of Biswan Sugar Mill Committee, has voiced firm support for the government's temporary suspension of sugar exports till September 2026. In an exclusive IANS interview from...
India's fiscal engine roared louder than ever in April as GST revenues hit a historic ₹2,42,702 crore, up 8.7% from the previous year's ₹2,23,265 crore. Government data unveiled on Friday paints a...
As the Indian rupee tumbles to multi-year lows, Chief Economic Advisor V. Anant Nageswaran is flipping the narrative. Calling the currency 'fundamentally undervalued,' he positions its current...
Neelkanth Mishra, a top economist and PM's advisor, has called for urgent structural reforms as India faces a cycle of global shocks occurring every 1-2 years. Mishra argued that the brief windows of...
In a region grappling with slowdowns, India is set to eclipse China and other economies through 2027, per the Asian Development Bank's fresh analysis. The Friday report flags a broader deceleration...
In a stirring address at the AIMA National Leadership Conclave in New Delhi, Shaktikanta Das, Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, proclaimed India's unmatched ability to turn global crises...
Global investment giant Morgan Stanley has thrown its weight behind Indian stocks, forecasting a blockbuster rally that could propel the Sensex to 95,000 by December 2026. That's a bold 22% rise from...
From the bustling boardrooms of Tokyo, a top Japanese executive has given a thumbs-up to India's manufacturing revolution. Hiroki Fujii, head of Mitsubishi Chemical Engineering Corporation, described...
As geopolitical tensions flare in the Middle East, India's economic guardians are on high alert. The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) announced Sunday that proactive steps are underway to...
Wholesale inflation in India accelerated in February, reaching 2.13 percent according to the latest Wholesale Price Index data from the government. The increase from January's 1.81 percent was fueled...
India's economic ascent is gaining unprecedented momentum, according to Chief Economic Adviser V. Anant Nageswaran. In a candid address during a Delhi press briefing, he dismissed any skepticism...
At the ET Now Global Business Summit-2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi painted an optimistic picture of India's economic ascent. India's share in global growth now stands at 16 percent, and this is...
In a strong endorsement, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Sindhia declared the forthcoming 2026-27 Union Budget a pivotal document that echoes public expectations and paves the way for a developed India....
The Union Budget for 2026 has drawn accolades from top economists for its sharp focus on augmenting India's national capacities. In a series of interviews, experts affirmed that the outlined targets...
The Rajya Sabha launched its 270th session amid high expectations as the Budget Session unfolds in New Delhi. Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan, the Vice President, outlined an ambitious agenda featuring...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi rolled out the red carpet for global energy titans on Wednesday, convening 27 CEOs and senior executives at a high-level roundtable in New Delhi. Timed with India Energy...
A manufacturing powerhouse awakens. India's Index of Industrial Production (IIP) rocketed 7.8 percent in December, the highest in over two years, as per official figures released Wednesday. Outpacing...
Kumar Mangalam Birla, the visionary leader of Aditya Birla Group, has painted an optimistic picture of India's economic prowess against a backdrop of worldwide volatility. In his latest annual...
In a stirring address amid global unrest, Smriti Irani, ex-Central Minister and Bollywood star, rallied overseas Indians to pour funds into small-scale ventures back home. The appeal, captured in an...
During the 44th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Maruti Suzuki India, Chairman R.C. Bhargava declared that India must firmly counter American pressure, including potential 50% tariffs. He emphasized...
New Delhi: As Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government marks twelve years, senior NDA figures have lauded the administration's record of turning bold promises into tangible national progress. The...
On Labour Day, Gautam Adani, the billionaire chairman of Adani Group, delivered an inspiring address that redefines corporate growth in India. Amid rapid expansion across sectors, he vowed to anchor...
Shiv Sena (UBT) parliamentarian Priyanka Chaturvedi has issued a stark warning: the brewing storm between Iran and the US-Israel axis could deliver a devastating economic blow to India. In a candid...
Mahamandaleshwar Swami Awadheshanand Giri's arrival in Morena sparked a candid conversation on India's remarkable progress. In an exclusive IANS interview, the spiritual luminary portrayed the nation...
In a fiery rebuttal during Rajya Sabha's budget session, BJP MP Surendra Singh Nagar accused Congress veteran P. Chidambaram of his trademark data distortion. The former Finance Minister had painted...
New Delhi's strategic diplomacy has borne fruit with the India-US bilateral trade deal, granting Indian businesses preferential entry into America's $30 trillion economy. Government sources revealed...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a rousing speech in the Rajya Sabha Thursday, framing future-ready trade agreements as cornerstones of India's extended economic strategy. He boldly proclaimed...
In a no-holds-barred address to the Rajya Sabha on Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi responded to the motion of thanks on President Droupadi Murmu's speech, showcasing India's newfound strength...
In a moment of levity amid heated parliamentary proceedings, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a playful jab at Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge during his Rajya Sabha speech on Thursday....
In a rousing Rajya Sabha speech, BJP president and Leader of the House JP Nadda celebrated India's position as a global economic powerhouse. Discussing the President's address, he detailed the...
In a highly anticipated move, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will table the Economic Survey 2026 in Parliament today, setting the stage for the Union Budget 2026-27 scheduled for February 1....
In a bold move to supercharge infrastructure, the Indian government may ramp up capital spending by 10% in the 2026-27 Union Budget, pushing it beyond Rs 12 lakh crore mark, according to an SBI...
As India's Parliament gears up for its crucial Budget Session, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla described the President's opening address as a guiding light for the country, transcending customary...
In a bold indictment, the Congress party on Tuesday released a comprehensive analysis slamming the government's economic stewardship for engineering unemployment amid apparent prosperity. The 'Real...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi kicked off 2026 with an inspiring Mann Ki Baat episode, hailing India's youth for propelling the country to the third spot in the global startup ecosystem rankings....
In a blistering counterattack, BJP spokesperson Shazia Ilmi accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of peddling falsehoods on India's textile industry via his X platform rant. Gandhi warned of...
Union Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia painted a vivid picture of India's economic future, where infrastructure development and international trade reinforce one another in a powerful...
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised its growth forecast for India upwards, projecting a 6.6% expansion for 2025. This represents an increase of 0.2 percentage points from previous...
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari announced that India's logistics costs have decreased by six percent, dropping from 16 percent, due to significant improvements in road...
With just hours to go before the Union Budget is presented in Parliament, Congress MP Manish Tewari on Saturday criticized the annual budget process, calling it 'nothing more than an accounting...
The Congress on Friday expressed concern over the "disappointing" latest GST numbers and urged the government to focus on the complexities of the economy instead of imposing tax on popcorn. In a...
Bihar's economic standing has hit rock bottom, according to the freshly tabled Economic Survey 2025-26. Ranking dead last among 34 states and UTs in per capita income at less than Rs 70,000 annually,...
Geopolitical tensions in the Gulf, pitting Israel against Iran with US bases in the crossfire, pose a severe threat to the world economy. SBI Research's latest analysis, out Saturday, paints a grim...
From the brink of economic fragility in 2014 to powering as the fourth-largest economy today, India's story is one of dramatic reinvention. Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh shared this inspiring...
The announcement of US tariffs dropping to 10 percent has sparked optimism among business leaders, particularly for emerging markets like India. At a prominent AIMA gathering in New Delhi, JM...
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the Modi government's 15th Union Budget on February 1, spotlighting defense, infrastructure, and capital investments. With economists predicting...
At the prestigious World Economic Forum in Davos, industry titans are buzzing about India's ascent as a global economic juggernaut. With a youthful demographic bulge, blistering GDP growth, and a...
In a resounding endorsement of India's market maturity, SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey spotlighted the rapid rise of domestic investors as a cornerstone achievement. Addressing investors at the CII...
A new SBI Research report paints an optimistic picture for India's economy, forecasting entry into the upper middle-income category by 2030 as per capita income nears $4,000. Currently home to...
The Indian government is expected to approve a Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for manufacturing electronic devices within the next two to three months, aimed at boosting the Indian...
From Washington comes word that India's economy is on a roll, propelled by strong internal demand, flexible service exports, and ongoing reforms. Services lead the charge as the main growth engine,...
In a candid conversation, Mariano Agustin Cosino, Argentina's envoy in Washington, showered praise on India's demographic dividend. Speaking exclusively, he declared the country's vast population as...
In a stark warning to the international community, UN chief Antonio Guterres argued Thursday that the explosive growth of developing economies necessitates sweeping changes to the Security Council...
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has spotlighted India as a vital driver of the global economy, a sentiment that has surprised many international economists. IMF Managing Director Kristalina...
Washington's economic watchers have fresh cause for optimism about India. The IMF announced on Monday a revised 2025 growth estimate for the South Asian giant at 7.3 percent, up 0.7 points from prior...
The glittering Davos summit is underway, and India's heavyweights have made their grand entrance. From corporate czars to government envoys, the delegation reflects New Delhi's rising global clout....
India's maritime frontier is set for a biotech revolution, according to Science and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh. In a compelling address, he revealed how marine science innovations will fuel...
Union Minister Jitendra Singh envisions marine science and biotechnology as game-changers for India's economic powerhouse status. Speaking at a key forum, he outlined how ocean innovation could...
In a resounding endorsement of India's economic journey, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal declared the nation a beacon of self-reliance and trustworthiness on the world stage. Attributing this to ease...
In a move signaling deeper economic diplomacy, Sergio Gor's Mumbai itinerary included back-to-back meetings with the RBI Governor and Tata Group's Chairman. These interactions highlight the...
Get ready for a seismic shift in India's unlisted shares landscape. SEBI, the apex market regulator, has unveiled ambitious plans to bring structure and safety to this under-the-radar market, long...
A new economic analysis paints a bright picture for India's growth story, forecasting GDP to grow at 7.5-7.8% in FY2026. This comes at a time when many emerging markets grapple with slowdowns,...
A strong start to the 2025-26 fiscal year sees India's direct tax revenue climbing by 8.8%. Data suggests that personal income tax and corporate tax collections are both trending upward, fueled by...
A seismic shift is underway in India's banking sector, with ordinary families leading a deposit revolution. The State Bank of India’s comprehensive report unveils staggering figures: bank deposits...