Category: Economy
China launches two ‘reciprocal’ probes into US trade practices
Beijing: China’s commerce ministry said on Friday it had initiated two counter-probes into U.S. practices hampering the flow of Chinese products into the United States,…
India’s 2026 wheat output seen higher, but misses estimates after weather hit
New Delhi: India’s wheat harvest is expected to rise in 2026 from a year earlier but fall short of initial estimates after unseasonal rains and…
India’s FY27 fiscal deficit target faces oil price risks amid Iran war: ICRA
Elevated global energy prices linked to geopolitical developments in West Asia could put pressure on India’s fiscal position in FY27, although available buffers are likely…
ICAR-IVRI ranked in QS World University Rankings 2026, placed in 51–100 band for veterinary science
The ICAR–Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI), Izatnagar, has secured a place in the QS World University Rankings for Veterinary Science, marking a historic milestone for…
Reserve Bank of India to hold interest rates until at least mid-2027: Reuters poll
The Reserve Bank of India will hold its key interest rate unchanged at 5.25% on April 8 and at least until mid-2027, a Reuters poll…
In veiled dig at US, Beijing says India and China’s growth built on hard work, not due to foreign generosity
India and China achieved “remarkable” development in the last few decades because of their “hard work” not due to the “generosity” of others, Chinese ambassador…
Iran-India fuel trade begins after strait open sesame. Traffic of ‘friendly’ India can pass, says Araghchi; first LPG cargo due this week
Indian refiners have begun buying Iranian crude oil and LPG after the temporary lifting of US sanctions, to make up for supplies lost due to…
Turkiye lifts objection to IFD pact incorporation
New Delhi: Turkiye on Thursday lifted its objection to the incorporation of the China-led Investment Facilitation for Development (IFD) agreement in the WTO framework as…
CSR spends up but aspirational districts fail to get bigger share
New Delhi: Spending by eligible listed companies on corporate social responsibility (CSR) has risen sharply over the past decade, but aspirational districts that typically face…
Sugar feels the heat as eateries cook less
New Delhi: India’s sugar consumption slowed this month as major users like restaurants, hotels and large kitchens cut down on cooking amid a shortage of…