Category: Economy
Statistics ministry to launch migration survey from July next year
New Delhi: The statistics ministry will conduct a survey on migration from July 2026 to June 2027, capturing the reasons for migration, short-term migration, out-migration…
ET Graphics: October inflation eases to record low after GST cuts
Prices dropped in October following the recent goods and service tax (GST) rationalisation. The reduction in GST rates, from 12% to 5% and 28% to…
‘India set to be among fastest-growing economies with 6.5% expansion in 2027’: Moody’s
The Indian economy is expected to remain among the world’s fastest growing, with growth projected around 6.5% in 2026 and 2027, supported by strong infrastructure…
Indian businesses keen to expand trade, investment in Saudi Arabia, says report
A large number of Indian business leaders see Saudi Arabia as a reliable investment destinations and are keen to increase trade with the country amid…
Northeast India small tea growers demand fair price for green leaves
Shillong: Small tea growers have sought fair and remunerative price of green tea leaves. Northeast Confederation Small tea grower’s Association said,” With due respect, we…
India, Nepal ink deal to boost trade through rail connectivity
India and Nepal on Thursday inked a deal to establish a direct rail connectivity along the Jogbani-Biratnagar rail link for containerised and bulk cargo, facilitating…
Canada eyes fresh start in trade talks with India, says Canada’s minister Sidhu
Canada and India are working to rebuild trade ties and explore new areas of cooperation after a two-year chill, with Ottawa keen to restart trade…
GST rate cuts pull down October inflation by 85 bps, declining trend to continue: Experts
The GST rate cuts brought down retail inflation by 85 basis points to a record low of 0.25 per cent in October and the declining…
Industry urges retention of quality control norms to boost local manufacturing
India’s push for local manufacturing is gaining momentum, with industry leaders calling for the retention of quality control orders (QCOs) that have restricted imports from…
Ministry of Agriculture seeks public feedback on Draft Seeds Bill 2025
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has released the draft Seeds Bill, 2025 for public consultation, inviting stakeholders to submit comments by December 11,…