India’s dream of becoming a $5 trillion economy has been an important policy goal. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has now suggested that this target is still achievable, but the timeline may be slightly longer than expected. The overall economic momentum remains strong, but certain global and domestic factors are slowing the pace in nominal … Read more
The trading session began on a strong note as major indices recorded notable gains. Nifty settled at 26,205.30, rising by 320.5 points, while the Sensex reached 85,609, adding 1,022 points during the day. The Nifty Bank index touched a new high of 59,555, highlighting increased momentum in the banking segment. Market sentiment was supported by … Read more
India’s economy is expected to have grown 7.3% during the July–September 2025 quarter, according to a Reuters poll of 61 economists. The growth appears to be supported mainly by rural spending and strong government expenditure, while private investment remained weak, signalling an uneven economic recovery. Household consumption, which accounts for around 60% of India’s total … Read more
The Ministry of Labour & Employment has officially activated key provisions of the new labour law framework in India. This marks one of the biggest labour law reforms in India in decades, replacing 29 separate laws with just four Labour Codes to make regulation simpler and more modern. These changes come at a time when … Read more
India has lifted the suspension on travel visas for Chinese travellers. Flight connectivity between both countries has now resumed, allowing smoother travel. After five years of restrictions imposed after the 2020 Galwan clash., India has officially reopened tourist visas for Chinese citizens. The decision marks a notable shift in bilateral policy and carries potential economic … Read more
The Indian rupee is falling. Experts attribute the 4.6% decline in the rupee in 2025 is linked to delays in the US–India trade deal and concerns over potential US sanctions. The INR recently touched a new record low of 89.61 per US dollar. So far this year, the rupee has depreciated by 4.6% against the … Read more
As India moves toward a three-slab system with new GST rates introduced in GST 2.0, which include 5%, 18%, and 40% taxes, the Goods and Services Tax (GST) has a significant impact on the Indian economy. What is GST? The Goods and Services Tax (GST) is India’s largest indirect tax reform, introduced on 1st July … Read more
Relief for the Indian export industry, the United States has reduced tariffs on 200 Indian agricultural and processed food products, covering selected farm-related items. The US has cut tariffs on select Indian spices like black pepper, cardamom, and various types of Indian tea, while major exports like rice and seafood are not on the list. … Read more
India is in second place for importing Russian crude oil, after China. Oil has the potential to boost GDP and improve national development but a quick change in global oil prices can tumble the economy. Countries like the US and Russia are among the largest oil producers in the world. Fluctuations in oil price can … Read more
India’s CPI inflation hits a multi-year low, sparking speculation in market on whether the RBI will cut the repo rate. Current Inflation Trends in India India’s retail inflation fell to a historic low of 0.25% in October 2025. For this sharp decline in the consumer price index (CPI), there’s room for a potential repo rate … Read more