Brands see strong consumer appetite this festive season despite war-led woesIndian consumers show resilient demand for aspirational and premium goods this festive season. Inflation and supply disruptions have not si...
27 Jul, 2026, 10.18 AM IST
Global wheat rally revives India's export prospects as government allows 5 million tonnes of wheat exports after a four-year banWith global wheat prices soaring, Indian wheat stands to benefit from new export avenues. India, possessing ample wheat reserves, has set t...
27 Jul, 2026, 12.04 AM IST
JPMorgan warns super El Niño and oil shock could prop up global inflationA potential "super" El Niño, combined with elevated energy prices, could push global inflation higher next year, with emerging markets faci...
24 Jul, 2026, 08.50 PM IST
AI bigger risk to IT workers than companies, says Marcellus’ Pramod GubbiArtificial intelligence may reduce Indian IT sector employment before impacting companies. Valuations are less compelling now after recent ...
22 Jul, 2026, 09.00 AM IST
Tractor sales growth in FY27 to slow on weak monsoon fears: ReportTractor industry volume growth is expected to moderate to one to four percent this fiscal year. This moderation follows a significant 23.5%...
22 Jul, 2026, 12.58 AM IST
Tractor industry's volume growth likely to moderate to 1-4% in FY27: IcraTractor industry volume growth is expected to moderate to one to four percent this fiscal year. This moderation follows a strong growth of ...
21 Jul, 2026, 03.23 PM IST
Oil prices, weak monsoon pose biggest risks to India's FY27 GDP growth, says IMFIndia's economic growth faces significant risks from a widening Middle East conflict. Rising oil prices and a potentially weak monsoon pose...
21 Jul, 2026, 12.25 PM IST
Kharif sowing gap narrows despite widening rainfall deficit; East, Central India may see improved rains: ReportIndia's Kharif sowing gap narrowed significantly last week. This progress occurred despite a widening cumulative rainfall deficit over rece...
21 Jul, 2026, 09.58 AM IST
Karnataka CM asks officials to brace for drought, warns against negligence and fake claimsKarnataka's Chief Minister has directed officials to prepare for drought conditions. He stressed protecting farmers and ensuring drinking w...
19 Jul, 2026, 02.11 PM IST
Retail Inflation up to 4.4% on costlier food, transportIndia's retail inflation reached 4.4% in June, surpassing the central bank's target. Higher food and transport costs drove this increase, m...
14 Jul, 2026, 12.17 PM IST
Area sown to kharif crops remains 16% on weak monsoon; paddy, pulses acreage down: Agriculture MinistryKharif crop sowing is 16 percent lower this season. This delay is attributed to a weak monsoon and El Nino effects. Area under pulses and c...
13 Jul, 2026, 07.59 PM IST
Monsoon gains lift kharif hopes, but El Nino threat remains; govt support on seeds, diesel and livestock keyWhile the narrowing rainfall deficit has eased immediate concerns, experts say it is far too early to conclude that El Niño’s influence has...
13 Jul, 2026, 12.20 PM IST
El Nino effect: Oilseed imports surge in AprilIndia significantly increased oilseed imports in April, driven by El Nino fears. Soybeans constituted ninety-five percent of these substant...
10 Jul, 2026, 11.59 PM IST
India consumer inflation likely breached RBI's 4% target in June, poll showsIndia's consumer inflation likely breached the central bank's target in June. Higher food and fuel prices added to cost pressures for consu...
09 Jul, 2026, 10.39 AM IST
Rainfall deficit comes down to 12% as July witnesses above-normal rainfall: GovtThe rainfall deficit has reduced to twelve percent with above-normal monsoon activity in early July. An El Nino year may not necessarily re...
08 Jul, 2026, 01.49 PM IST
Strong El Nino likely to develop rapidly, says UN weather agencyForecasters are in strong agreement that a powerful El Niño is rapidly developing, according to the United Nations weather agency. El Niño ...
03 Jul, 2026, 03.55 PM IST
Easing of West Asia conflict reduces downside risk to 6.6% growth forecast: Ram Singh, Director, Delhi School of EconomicsAny moderation in El Nino effects and resolution of geopolitical uncertainty will further reduce the downside risks to growth. Operationali...
29 Jun, 2026, 12.09 AM IST