Why Trump's tariffs had plenty of bark, but limited biteDonald Trump's tariffs, once feared to cripple markets, have had a surprisingly muted impact, with actual levies lower than headline rates....
01 Jul, 2026, 07.01 AM IST
India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 gets EFC nod with ₹1.2 lakh crore outlayIndia's semiconductor ambitions are set for a major boost with the Expenditure Finance Committee approving nearly ₹1.20 lakh crore for the ...
01 Jul, 2026, 12.57 AM IST
India's April-May fiscal deficit at ₹1.62 lakh crore, widens on-year to 9.6% of FY27 aimIndia's fiscal deficit stood at ₹1.62 lakh crore during April-May, accounting for 9.6% of the full-year budget estimate, according to gover...
30 Jun, 2026, 05.25 PM IST
Germany demands $450 billion cut to 'unaffordable' EU budget, document showsGermany is pushing for a massive €400 billion cut to the European Commission's proposed €2 trillion budget for 2028-2034, deeming it "unaff...
30 Jun, 2026, 04.45 PM IST
Government extends CBDT chief Ravi Agrawal's tenure by 6 monthsRavi Agrawal, Chairman of the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), has received a six-month tenure extension, keeping him in the role unti...
30 Jun, 2026, 04.08 PM IST
India's chip dreams get a Rs 1.25 lakh crore push with Semiconductor Mission 2.0India is significantly boosting its semiconductor ambitions with a Rs 1.25 lakh crore allocation for India Semiconductor Mission 2.0, a sub...
30 Jun, 2026, 03.52 PM IST
Compelled to fast again, may even die but won't step back: Sonam Wangchuk on Ladakh protestClimate activist Sonam Wangchuk has begun an indefinite fast at Jantar Mantar, citing unfulfilled promises and stalled dialogue with the Ce...
29 Jun, 2026, 04.29 PM IST
PFC-REC merger approved! Here's what will happen to your existing shares after mega mergerPFC and REC boards approved their merger scheme with a share-swap ratio of 88 PFC shares for every 100 REC shares. The merger aims to creat...
29 Jun, 2026, 08.37 AM IST
Engineering graduates dominate UPSC selections but overwhelmingly opt for HumanitiesHumanities graduates are increasingly succeeding in civil services exams, while engineering graduates, despite dominating the pool, overwhe...
29 Jun, 2026, 12.09 AM IST
How RBI’s 2026 TReDS directions advance the MSME financing reformWith the Budget setting the policy direction and the RBI directions providing the regulatory foundation, TReDS is well positioned to move f...
27 Jun, 2026, 10.44 AM IST
SBI Research sees Bengal budget tone most optimistic in 17 yearsWest Bengal's new budget signals a significant policy shift, moving from welfare to investment and industrial growth, according to SBI Rese...
25 Jun, 2026, 12.03 PM IST
India's export ambitions need more than infrastructure, says BCBAAs India pursues its economic ambitions, the customs and logistics ecosystem will play a pivotal role in enhancing trade competitiveness an...
25 Jun, 2026, 11.14 AM IST
Assam State Budget 2026-27: FINER suggests higher devolution share and tax net wideningAhead of Assam's 2026-27 State Budget, industry body FINER urges higher central fund devolution and tax net expansion. They praise the Prof...
25 Jun, 2026, 09.45 AM IST
Govt panel to meet industry on June 30 to review SEZ reformsA government panel is set to meet industry leaders on June 30 to explore ways to boost India's Special Economic Zones (SEZs). Discussions w...
25 Jun, 2026, 12.14 AM IST
FTA impact, import substitution, rupee payments at SEZ reforms panel meet June 30A government committee reviewing India’s Special Economic Zone (SEZ) policy will hold a stakeholder meeting on June 30 to examine how free ...
24 Jun, 2026, 09.37 PM IST
8th Pay Commission latest news: Can 8th CPC submit its report before Mid-2027 as Lucknow meetings begin?8th Pay Commission news: Central government employees are anticipating the 8th Pay Commission's report, with some associations suggesting a...
23 Jun, 2026, 02.12 PM IST
Railways uses 30% of capex budget in April-MayIndian Railways has impressively achieved nearly a third of its annual capital expenditure target in the first quarter, with over Rs 84,000...
23 Jun, 2026, 12.17 AM IST