World Bank Raises India's FY27 Growth Forecast to 6.6%India's economic growth forecast for FY27 has been raised to 6.6 percent by the World Bank. This positive outlook is driven by reduced US t...
11 Jun, 2026, 11.50 PM IST
India to remain fastest-growing major economy at 6.6 pc in FY27, down from 7.2 last year: World BankIndia will remain the world's fastest-growing major economy. Growth is projected to slow to 6.6 percent in fiscal year 2026-27. This modera...
11 Jun, 2026, 10.12 PM IST
US stocks: US market ticks up as chips rebound, Middle East in focusU.S. stocks opened higher on Thursday, with investors showing interest in undervalued technology shares. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, ...
11 Jun, 2026, 07.34 PM IST
World Bank cuts global growth forecast to 2.5%; India seen growing 6.6% amid Iran warGlobal economic growth is set to slow to 2.5% this year. The World Bank attributes this to the Iran war, which has driven up energy prices ...
11 Jun, 2026, 07.06 PM IST
About 19 million from India and several other countries migrated to Gulf countries since 2010: StudyA new study reveals that approximately 19 million people have migrated from India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh to the Middle East since 2010, ...
11 Jun, 2026, 04.56 PM IST
South Asia can generate millions of jobs through agriculture sector: World Bank GroupWith agriculture sector employing around 43 per cent of the South Asian workforce, the region has strong potential to emerge as a global le...
11 Jun, 2026, 11.37 AM IST
GDP growth momentum intact, no need for additional borrowing so far: Govt sourcesIndia's economy is navigating external challenges like rising import costs. However, domestic consumption remains strong, ensuring growth m...
09 Jun, 2026, 05.35 PM IST
Despite geopolitical crisis, India's economic fundamentals and strategic partnerships will sustain growth: World BankIndia's economy shows strong growth potential. The World Bank believes this momentum will continue. Investments in people and businesses ar...
09 Jun, 2026, 01.47 PM IST
Extreme heat dents productivity at India garment factories supplying global brandsIndia's garment factories face severe heat challenges. Productivity drops up to 10% affect global brands like Uniqlo and Marks & Spencer. H...
09 Jun, 2026, 10.39 AM IST
India can win in AI deployment despite lagging in advanced chips: Neelkanth MishraIndia can create significant economic value by deploying artificial intelligence to solve real-world problems in healthcare, education, and...
07 Jun, 2026, 06.07 PM IST
India can grow over 8% despite oil shocks, crude impact overblown in narrative: World Bank execIndia's economy shows strong growth, defying fears of oil price shocks. Neelkanth Mishra, World Bank Executive Director, states India is we...
07 Jun, 2026, 12.28 PM IST
India likely to outpace RBI growth forecasts, says World Bank's Neelkanth MishraIndia's economy is set for robust growth, exceeding Reserve Bank of India forecasts, World Bank Executive Director Neelkanth Mishra said. A...
05 Jun, 2026, 03.58 PM IST
IFC commits USD 50 million to Hygenco to promote green hydrogen in IndiaInternational Finance Corporation is investing USD 50 million in Hygenco Green Energies. This funding supports green hydrogen projects acro...
05 Jun, 2026, 03.14 PM IST
Fine of up to Rs 1 crore for hill cutting to be imposed by Goa Town and Country Planning BoardGoa's Town and Country Planning (TCP) Board will now impose hefty fines for hill cutting. Violators face penalties starting at Rs 50 lakh, ...
05 Jun, 2026, 10.09 AM IST
India names Neelkanth Mishra as executive director at World BankEconomist Neelkanth Mishra has been appointed as India's executive director at the World Bank Group, succeeding Parameswaran Iyer. Mishra, ...
05 Jun, 2026, 01.29 AM IST
Economist Neelkanth Mishra appointed India’s Executive Director at World BankWith a new chapter in international finance, Neelkanth Mishra is set to step into the role of India's Executive Director at the World Bank,...
04 Jun, 2026, 09.50 PM IST
IMF, World Bank, others warn Middle East war is straining energy suppliesGlobal economic leaders warned that the Middle East conflict is straining energy supplies and disproportionately impacting vulnerable econo...
30 May, 2026, 08.48 AM IST