India, UAE step up efforts to expand rupee-dirham tradeOver 15% of India-UAE trade has been invoiced in local currencies since the rupee-dirham mechanism launched nearly three years ago. Both na...
16 Jun, 2026, 03.04 PM IST
Easier FPI access to equity, debt marketsIn a strategic bid to entice foreign investors, India is simplifying tax regulations on select securities. This initiative is designed to b...
04 Jun, 2026, 11.17 PM IST
ADB, StanChart ink partnership to support Indian firms across supply chainsThe Asian Development Bank and Standard Chartered Bank have partnered to boost supply chain finance in India. Agreements include risk-shari...
03 Jun, 2026, 08.05 PM IST
India, Myanmar agree to deepen trade ties, push connectivity projects and security cooperationIndia and Myanmar are embarking on a new chapter of friendship. In a recent summit, the leaders agreed to deepen ties focusing on economic ...
01 Jun, 2026, 05.55 PM IST
RBI efforts boost rupee usage, yet global adoption remains limitedDespite RBI's efforts to boost rupee usage in international trade, including Special Rupee Vostro Accounts, its adoption for invoicing and ...
30 May, 2026, 07.53 AM IST
RBI warns West Asia war may hurt India growth outlookThe central bank said the impact of the conflict is likely to remain contained in the near term but warned that an escalation could derail ...
30 May, 2026, 07.19 AM IST
RBI to explore CBDC pilot in cross-border transactionsThe Reserve Bank of India (RBI) plans to expand its digital rupee pilot to more direct benefit transfer schemes and the domestic retail spa...
29 May, 2026, 05.26 PM IST
RBI flags US-Iran war's impact on rupee, lists measures to manage forexThe Reserve Bank of India, in its annual report, said the rupee weakened nearly 10% in FY26 due to trade uncertainties, a wider deficit, th...
29 May, 2026, 02.07 PM IST
India steers boat through a risky channel between war clouds and El NinoIndia faces a challenging global economic outlook for 2026-27. Geopolitical tensions and volatile oil prices are key concerns. However, Ind...
29 May, 2026, 12.47 PM IST
RBI warns prolonged West Asia conflict could hit India’s economyAmidst the backdrop of conflict in West Asia, India's economic landscape finds itself at a crossroads. Although the Reserve Bank of India p...
29 May, 2026, 12.44 PM IST
Aluminium prices near record high: What’s driving the rally?Aluminium prices are trading near multi-year highs due to persistent structural supply tightness, not temporary factors. Stricter environme...
25 May, 2026, 11.52 AM IST
Why West’s crypto rules matter for East’s financial futureThe US CLARITY Act addressing legal uncertainty will shape global crypto regulation. Eastern hubs like the UAE and Singapore are moving ahe...
23 May, 2026, 12.06 PM IST
The $138 bn buffer: India’s most visible export can rescue the rupeeIndia is considering a policy push to accelerate overseas deployment of skilled workers as part of a broader strategy to support the rupee ...
19 May, 2026, 02.27 PM IST
Why India cannot build a world-class fintech champ yetIndia boasts world-class digital finance but lacks global consumer fintechs. Regulatory hurdles prevent innovation, unlike in markets with ...
18 May, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
NRI investors eye leaseback and managed home models amid currency advantageNRIs are shifting from emotional, passive ownership of Indian real estate to more deliberate, outcome-driven investment. Driven by a weaker...
17 May, 2026, 01.31 PM IST
DRI, Customs officers to intensify vigil on gold smuggling post import duty hikeRevenue intelligence and customs officials are preparing to tighten surveillance across airports, seaports and land borders after India rai...
13 May, 2026, 01.59 PM IST
Local legal eagles answer the 130-billion-dollar questionsIndian law firms are busier than ever, advising on thousands of deals worth billions. This activity spans mergers, private equity, and vent...
11 May, 2026, 08.57 AM IST