Category: Economy
A 1% problem that can derail India’s factory lines as tiny screws throw big tantrums
A component that makes up less than 1% of production costs could end up derailing entire factories if policy missteps persist, a new report has…
India services growth picks up in April on strong domestic demand, PMI shows
BENGALURU: India’s services sector growth picked up in April after falling to a 14-month low in March, driven by strong demand at home that offset…
India, US ‘very close’ to trade deal, need to get over last hurdle, Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau says
India and the US are “very, very close” to signing the trade deal and need to get over “that last hurdle”, US Deputy Secretary of…
Sugarcane FRP hiked to Rs 365/quintal for 2026-27 season
New Delhi: The government raised the minimum price payable to sugarcane farmers to ₹365 per quintal for the 2026-27 season from ₹355 the year ago…
Credit growth signals economic strength: Finance Ministry
New Delhi: The finance ministry in a statement on Tuesday said robust credit growth demonstrates the resilient domestic economic environment and envisages enhanced appetite for…
Rare earths, PCBs among 40 sub-sectors on FDI fast track
New Delhi: India has identified rare earth magnets and printed circuit boards among 40 sub-sectors for expedited clearance within 60 days of foreign direct investment…
Iran war could drag India’s GDP growth to 6.5% this fiscal, says CII president Rajiv Memani
New Delhi: The Indian economy could expand about 7% this fiscal year if the Iran war ends soon but growth could slip to 6.5% if…
Nepal to procure 80,000 tonnes of fertiliser from India as Iran disrupts global supply chains
New Delhi: Nepal has decided to procure 80,000 tonnes of fertiliser from India under a government-to-government arrangement, as global supply disruptions and soaring prices following…
Moody’s flags India as most resilient emerging market since 2020
New Delhi: India is well positioned to manage global shocks and stands out as one of the most resilient large emerging markets since 2020, supported…
India, Jamaica agree to boost trade, skilled mobility: Jaishankar
Kingston, India and Jamaica have agreed to strengthen trade linkages and explore cooperation for recruitment and mobility of skilled professionals, including healthcare workers and teachers,…