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EconomyMPC minutes: Two more interest rate hikes on cards, maybe even a third
Market participants and economists now expect a 25-bps increase in the December and February reviews. A further 25-bps increase in April isn't ruled out if crude oil prices remain…
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EconomyCentre flags land, green tape hurdles in infra projects
Delays in land acquisition and obtaining various environmental clearances have significantly impacted the progress of infrastructure projects. Although central agencies are improv…
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EconomyRBI asks banks, payment firms to forensically clear tech environments in case of a data breach
The RBI has asked financial entities to remove management and administrative interfaces from public internet access, enforce multi-factor authentication for administrative access,…
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EconomyChana sowing holds key to pulses inflation
Chana, India's most consumed pulse, which is central to making everything from salty snacks to nutritious meals, needs adequate soil moisture and cool weather for a good crop. Sow…
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EconomyIndia-Germany trade can surge 10-fold, says Piyush Goyal
India-Germany bilateral trade is expected to increase significantly, with aims of reaching 310 billion from 31 billion. Both countries are focused on co-creating and leveraging th…
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EconomyGST return forms likely to be tweaked to curb mismatches
The government is looking to revamp GST return forms to minimise discrepancies between reported sales and tax payments. Draft forms will be available for public feedback starting…
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EconomyBerlin Global Dialogue: EU inviting disaster through carbon tax, says Piyush Goyal
Piyush Goyal expressed concerns over the EU's carbon tax and numerous regulations impacting their steel industry. He warned that these measures could lead to increased costs and d…
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EconomyNSDC raises Rs 4 crore through Social Stock Exchange for global skilling initiative
The funds raised will be used to provide skilling and employment opportunities to 600 youth from economically weaker other backward classes (OBC) households in Madhya Pradesh. The…
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EconomyParliamentary panel selects 25 subjects for review of urban development, Delhi projects
Under the Department of Urban Development, the committee will examine rainwater harvesting initiatives, legacy waste remediation, functioning of Smart City Integrated Command and…
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EconomyIndia-EU trade deal could become operational in early-2027, Piyush Goyal says
India's trade minister Piyush Goyal announced that the EU FTA is expected to be signed soon. After signing, the FTA could be operational within four to five months. The deal aims…
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EconomyGST reforms from November 1 to simplify e-commerce seller registration, fast-track refunds
Starting November 1, the government plans to simplify GST registration for small e-commerce sellers. These reforms intend to reduce compliance burdens and facilitate faster refund…
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EconomyChina-Europe rail and India’s long road to Eurasia
India is focusing on connectivity initiatives such as the International North-South Transport Corridor and the IMEC. Geopolitical tensions have challenged India's ambitions to est…
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EconomyIndia's interest rate gap with G7 in focus as RBI weighs inflation risks: Report
India's monetary policy is now shaped by the interest rate gap with major developed economies and rising inflation. The Reserve Bank of India is concerned about inflation risks an…
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EconomyIndia's Mideast oil imports return to pre-war levels in September
Refiners snapped up spot cargoes as Middle Eastern producers and traders cranked up shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, easing supply constraints caused by the Iran war.
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EconomyDomestic cos need strategic approach to tap India-Europe FTA gains: FICCI
Indian companies must adopt a strategic approach to fully leverage the European free trade agreement benefits, as tariff concessions alone may not suffice. The focus should be on…
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EconomyThe story of India’s post-election defection wave since 2022, in charts
Between 2022 and 2026, over 100 Indian lawmakers at the central and state levels switched parties, largely leveraging legal loopholes in the anti-defection law. The NDA has been t…
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EconomyRBI flags widening inflation risks, puts rate cuts on ice
RBI's Monetary Policy Committee raised the benchmark repo rate by 25 basis points to address rising inflation concerns. Governor Sanjay Malhotra indicated a generalisation of infl…
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EconomyCritical tech list under review to push self-reliance
India's Niti Aayog is preparing a list of critical technologies for enhancing self-reliance and investment. This initiative aims to protect against disruptions due to limited acce…
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EconomyCore output grows at series high of 7.9% in Sept
India's core sector output growth for September recorded a remarkable 7.9%, driven largely by expansion in coal and electricity. Notably, refinery products and iron ore also contr…
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EconomyPiyush Goyal to explore trade, investment avenues in Germany & Netherlands
Commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal is set to visit Germany and the Netherlands for trade engagements. He will participate in the Berlin Global Dialogue and meet various g…
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EconomyImport window for duty-free raw sugar extended till Dec 31
The government has extended the deadline for duty-free imports of 10 lakh tonnes of raw sugar to December 31, as domestic imports have lagged at just 3 lakh tonnes due to price co…
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EconomyNaBFID gets Finance Ministry, RBI nod for national infrastructure project repository
NaBFID has obtained approvals from the finance ministry and the Reserve Bank of India to establish a national repository. This repository will offer consolidated information on in…
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EconomyRBI MPC Minutes: Governor Sanjay Malhotra ties future hikes to growth-inflation outlook — here is what he said
MPC meeting minutes: The differing views of policymakers highlighted the challenge facing the RBI as it attempts to contain inflation without unnecessarily restricting economic ac…
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EconomyInflation remains top of mind, MPC minutes show
RBI's monetary policy committee has increased the benchmark repo rate by 25 basis points due to inflation concerns. Core inflation has shown an upward trajectory, indicating a nor…
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