India's current account deficit to remain 1.5-1.7% of GDP in FY27 but RBI measures may turn BoP surplus: SBI ReportIndia's current account deficit is projected for FY27. However, Reserve Bank of India measures are anticipated to improve the country's ext...
10 Jun, 2026, 01.26 PM IST
12 years of PM Modi: India should not only be resilient but also be antifragileIndia faces significant global uncertainty and external challenges. Despite strong economic growth and improved financial stability, domest...
10 Jun, 2026, 12.26 AM IST
What's brewing? FinMin seeks gold lending info from banksIn a communique to banks on Friday evening, the Department of Financial Services sought data on value and quantity of gold metal loans (GML...
09 Jun, 2026, 12.47 AM IST
Over 60% of pharma MSMEs yet to comply with updated manufacturing normsPharma industry officials say the revised Schedule M regulations could require Rs 10-15 crore per facility in upgrades, while talent shorta...
03 Jun, 2026, 12.32 PM IST
Maharashtra's Ladki Bahin beneficiary count drops by 80 lakh after verification driveAround 80 lakh women are now ineligible for the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana. The Opposition claims this is due to a financial cri...
01 Jun, 2026, 09.13 PM IST
Strait of Hormuz disruption biggest risk to India's growth, inflation outlook: Finance MinistryIndia faces economic challenges from the West Asia war. Rising energy prices and a weaker rupee are concerns. A poor monsoon could worsen f...
31 May, 2026, 07.24 AM IST
Four myths about the falling rupee and what India must actually doIndia's rupee is facing pressure from global events. The nation needs a plan to tackle weaknesses that amplify these impacts. Energy indepe...
25 May, 2026, 11.05 PM IST
How gold ETFs, tax changes, and recycling incentives can reduce India’s dependence on gold importsOne of the objectives of the gold ETF was not merely financial innovation but to reduce, or at least postpone, the import of physical gold....
25 May, 2026, 11.05 AM IST
How to manage the rupee while protecting growthFirst, on the rupee, one of the most effective ways to stabilise the currency is to improve the flow of foreign exchange into the country. ...
24 May, 2026, 11.32 AM IST
That sinking feeling: Rupee@100 is a mental fear, not macro nightmareThe rupee is under strong pressure due to rising global crude oil prices driven by Middle East tensions, briefly hitting an all-time low of...
22 May, 2026, 12.54 PM IST
Is your mutual fund SIP secretly crushing the Indian rupee? Jefferies explains the bitter side of the storyIndia's strong mutual fund SIP culture is helping foreign investors exit the equity market. This is putting pressure on the Indian Rupee. J...
21 May, 2026, 04.00 PM IST
Should Titan shareholders worry about recent gold import duty hike? Let 2013 customs move explainTitan Company shareholders are concerned about the recent import duty hike on gold and silver. This move has caused panic in jewellery stoc...
15 May, 2026, 10.14 AM IST
Malabar Gold & Diamonds backs Modi’s call on responsible gold use, seeks overhaul of monetisation schemeMalabar Gold & Diamonds proposed enhancements to the Gold Monetisation Scheme to boost public participation and mobilize idle gold. The com...
13 May, 2026, 05.00 PM IST
The 2013 ghost returns: Will higher gold duties actually restrict imports or just fuel the grey market?India’s shock hike in gold and silver import duty to 15% has revived memories of the 2013 crisis. While the move aims to curb dollar outflo...
13 May, 2026, 12.42 PM IST
Containing war impact on growth, current account: PMO stitching up plan to boost foreign fund flowOfficials at both the finance ministry and Niti Aayog are identifying economic opportunities presented by the Iran conflict, as well as gau...
13 May, 2026, 11.49 AM IST
Amid PM Modi's 'no gold buy' appeal, a scheme that planned mobilisation of idle gold at homes gets spotlightThe gems and jewellery sector is urging the government to strengthen the Gold Monetisation Scheme. Industry bodies believe domestic gold mo...
12 May, 2026, 01.09 PM IST
Titan, Kalyan Jewellers & other gold stocks tumble up to 14% in two days after PM Modi's appeal. What lies ahead?Gold jewellery stocks including Titan, Kalyan Jewellers and Senco Gold fell up to 14% in two sessions after PM Modi urged citizens to reduc...
12 May, 2026, 12.39 PM IST