World imbalances trouble G-7 in wake of Trump’s China encounterGlobal finance ministers convene in Paris to address lopsided world growth, focusing on structural misalignments after the US-China trade s...
17 May, 2026, 03.24 PM IST
Petrol, diesel price hike in India a matter of time if Middle East conflict persists: RBI Governor Sanjay MalhotraIndia faces potential retail fuel price hikes if the Middle East conflict persists. RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra indicated this possibility...
13 May, 2026, 12.42 PM IST
Petrol-diesel price hike coming soon? Why IMF says it mustSpeculation mounts over potential petrol and diesel price hikes as assembly elections conclude, despite government assurances. The IMF urge...
06 May, 2026, 01.49 PM IST
The Hormuz blockade: Why a fragile ceasefire may not lower global oil pricesBrent crude has surged to $125 per barrel due to escalating West Asia conflict and severe disruption at the Strait of Hormuz, a key global ...
03 May, 2026, 01.27 PM IST
W.O.R.R is the worry. A four-way assault pummells Indian macroIndia faces a rare convergence of four macro shocks—war-driven oil surge, a record weak rupee, and a likely poor monsoon—raising inflation ...
30 Apr, 2026, 05.06 PM IST
West Asia conflict triggers energy shock, tests Asia’s growth resilienceAsia faces economic challenges as a West Asia conflict disrupts energy markets. This shock impacts inflation and growth across the region. ...
29 Apr, 2026, 10.56 PM IST
US-Pakistan tango: This risky double-game may dent Islamabad’s relations with Beijing, and also cause international humiliationIran's foreign minister refused to meet a US delegation in Pakistan, exposing Islamabad's risky diplomatic tightrope walk. This move, alleg...
27 Apr, 2026, 06.39 AM IST
Explained | Why Anthropic’s Mythos is spooking bankers and what it means for global financeAnthropic’s Mythos AI is triggering global concern as banks and regulators warn it could enable faster, large-scale cyberattacks on financi...
25 Apr, 2026, 11.19 AM IST
West Asia War: India’s BBB rating seen stable despite energy shock; S&P flags corporate stress, weaker credit growthWest Asia War: India's sovereign rating remains stable despite rising energy costs. However, supply disruptions for food and fuel could imp...
17 Apr, 2026, 12.19 AM IST
Let oil prices hurt: IMF cautions against govt shielding consumersThe IMF is urging governments to let fuel prices rise, warning that broad subsidies and price caps worsen global energy shocks. Allowing pr...
16 Apr, 2026, 04.11 PM IST
US Israel-Iran War Day 47: Pakistan mediation, IMF risk warnings and Trump’s ceasefire optimism drive parallel tracksIran War Day 47 Updates: The Iran-Israel war continues with signs of peace talks emerging. US President Donald Trump believes the conflict ...
15 Apr, 2026, 10.26 PM IST
Global debt to hit post-World War II levels by 2029, IMF says; warns of rising fiscal strain amid West Asia warGlobal public debt is set to surpass 100% of GDP by 2029. This level has not been seen since after World War II. Repeated economic shocks a...
15 Apr, 2026, 10.26 PM IST
Post-war climate change: As the world witnesses accelerated US decline, can India not get caught flat-footed?The West Asian war is set to accelerate America's decline and China's ascent. Europe may look up to the US no more. Nations will prioritise...
14 Apr, 2026, 11.17 PM IST
"Those bailing out Pakistan should see clearly", says Foreign Secretary as India prepares to present case at IMF board meetingIndia will present its position on Pakistan’s loans at the IMF board meeting, with Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri criticising Pakistan’s hi...
09 May, 2025, 12.07 AM IST
Operational independence of central banks important for carrying out their responsibilities: IMFRice said that, the RBI played a vital role in ensuring economic and financial stability, and was an important counterpart and partner for ...
14 Dec, 2018, 10.53 AM IST
Next IMF chief should be from emerging economy: IndiaIndia has told the IMF that the next managing director of the top global financial body should be from an emerging economy and not from Eur...
16 Apr, 2016, 02.31 PM IST
- India plans to raise commitment to IMF to $14 bn
As multilateral lending agency IMF may need more funds to help countries facing a sovereign debt crisis in Europe, India plans to pledge ad...
13 Jun, 2010, 01.57 PM IST