Category: Economy
Infra projects see cost overrun of Rs 5.66 lakh cr in Feb
New Delhi: Several infrastructure projects worth above Rs 150 crore each registered a cumulative cost overrun of Rs 5.66 lakh crore, according to a monthly…
India retains headline inflation target at 4% following review
NEW DELHI, – India’s federal government on Wednesday retained the target for retail inflation at 4%, within a comfort band of 2%-6%, according to an…
‘Every war has collateral impact, there are difficulties’: Union Minister Piyush Goyal
New Delhi: Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday underscored the impact of the ongoing global conflict on India’s trade and economy. Goyal…
India eyes end to popcorn imports by 2030, targets Rs 810 crore forex savings: ICAR’s Jat
India is on track to become self-sufficient in popcorn production by 2030, marking a striking turnaround for a market that depended almost entirely on imports…
South tech hubs Bengaluru, Hyderabad reshape India’s urban economy: Report
Bengaluru: The two southern tech hubs–Bengaluru and Hyderabad–now power over half of India’s urban growth momentum, reshaping jobs, consumption, mobility and the future of Indian…
India must channel $10 trillion in household gold into financial system: Former minister Choudhary
New Delhi, India should unlock the vast household gold stockpiles by shifting consumers toward financial instruments, former Union Minister P P Choudhary and senior market…
S&P Global Ratings raises India’s FY27 growth forecast to 7.1%
S&P Global Ratings on Wednesday raised India’s FY27 growth forecast to 7.1%, driven by strong private consumption, modest recovery in private investment and robust export…
Lok Sabha passes Finance Bill 2026–27, advancing government’s fiscal plans
The Finance Bill has been passed by the Lok Sabha on Wednesday, marking a key step in implementing the Central Government’s Budget proposals for the…
US-Iran conflict to hit Q4FY26 earnings, supply chain restoration may take 1-2 months: Report
New Delhi: The ongoing US-Iran conflict is expected to impact corporate earnings in the fourth quarter of FY2026, with the effect likely to extend into…
‘India@100 Resurgent Bharat: Road Map for 2047’ book launch outlines path for agriculture, governance reforms
The book India@100 Resurgent Bharat: Road Map for 2047 was launched in New Delhi on Tuesday, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, academicians, and social thinkers…