India-NZ FTA in force: Over half of New Zealand’s exports to India now tariff-free, Wellington also eyes Brazil, CanadaNew Zealand is working to strengthen trade relations with Brazil and Canada in response to economic uncertainties. The country expects to c...
20 Oct, 2026, 06.18 AM IST
Canadian billionaire and Asian banking titans find ₹1.32 lakh crore worth of interest in IndiaIn recent months, foreign investment in India’s financial sector has grown significantly, resulting in major acquisitions. Fairfax Financia...
19 Oct, 2026, 04.13 PM IST
Correcting rupee against fundamentals ultimately futile, says RBI's ex-guv SubbaraoD Subbarao advocates for allowing the rupee to find its level based on economic fundamentals. He criticizes costly short-term measures that...
19 Oct, 2026, 11.10 AM IST
‘For global trade’s sake, hope our US deal is inked soon’: FM Nirmala SitharamanNirmala Sitharaman expressed optimism regarding the speedy conclusion of the India-US trade agreement during her recent interaction. She hi...
17 Oct, 2026, 05.00 AM IST
India should become a tech-creator rather than tech-user nation: Niti Aayog vice-chairman Ashok LahiriNiti Aayog vice-chairman Ashok Lahiri stressed the need for rapid economic reforms and structural changes to help India become a developed ...
17 Oct, 2026, 12.24 AM IST
Nirmala Sitharaman pitches for public, private capital to build financially sustainable citiesFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted the importance of creating sustainably investable cities in India. She proposed a combinati...
16 Oct, 2026, 08.24 PM IST
Dr Doom, who predicted global financial crisis, has a forecast for IndiaEconomist Nouriel Roubini, known as “Dr Doom” for predicting the 2008 Global Financial Crisis, sees India emerging as a major growth story ...
16 Oct, 2026, 04.10 PM IST
Sebi preparing fresh round of reforms in IPO market, short-selling rules: ChairmanSebi is planning comprehensive reforms covering IPO disclosures, SME listings, corporate bond trading, and short-selling rules to ease comp...
15 Oct, 2026, 01.59 PM IST
A $6 bn deal signals major appetite for the India prize as global giants look to deepen exposureThe sale of a controlling stake in IDBI Bank for around $6 billion is being viewed a pivotal moment in India's banking reform journey. The ...
15 Oct, 2026, 08.55 AM IST
Cabinet clears way for Watsa's Fairfax's Rs 52,878 crore deal for 60.72% stake in IDBI BankFairfax Financial Holdings will acquire a majority stake of 60.72% in IDBI Bank for ₹52,878 crore. This acquisition marks a significant mom...
15 Oct, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
World Bank Group mobilizes $36 billion in India for development and job creation over four yearsThe World Bank Group has mobilised a cumulative $36 billion in India across various development sectors. This funding includes $9.6 billion...
15 Oct, 2026, 12.48 AM IST
'INDI alliance parties ruined PSBs': Sitharaman responds to Akhilesh's 'Season End Sale' remarks on IDBI-Fairfax dealFinance Minister Sitharaman criticized Akhilesh Yadav's remarks about the IDBI Bank's sale to Fairfax Financial Holdings. She accused Yadav...
14 Oct, 2026, 10.31 PM IST
Cabinet approves Rs 52,878 crore IDBI Bank sale to Fairfax arm in India’s largest financial-sector FDIThe Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved the strategic sale of IDBI Bank to a Fairfax Group arm, Union Minister Ashwini Vaish...
14 Oct, 2026, 08.56 PM IST
IDBI Bank strategic restructuring to attract FDI, boost banking sector, says FM SitharamanThe Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved the strategic restructuring of IDBI Bank to attract foreign investments. The government ...
14 Oct, 2026, 06.24 PM IST
World Bank helps mobilise $36 billion in private capital to support job creation in India since FY22Private capital mobilisation by the World Bank Group has grown nearly five-fold in four years, rising from approximately USD 3 billion in F...
14 Oct, 2026, 05.57 PM IST
IMF's bullish call: Why is India sprinting when the world stumbles?The IMF has raised India's growth forecast to 7% for both FY27 and FY28, highlighting the country's resilience despite higher oil prices an...
14 Oct, 2026, 12.15 PM IST
Biocon founder Kiran Mazumdar Shaw says India must shift pharma industry from generics to innovation-led growthKiran Mazumdar-Shaw emphasized the importance of building an innovation-driven pharmaceutical industry in India. She highlighted the need f...
13 Oct, 2026, 07.02 PM IST