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
India is plotting a game-changer for RBI, banks, corporates, investorsIndia is planning a high-frequency index to track its vast informal economy, covering millions of unincorporated companies. The proposed Mo...
29 Jun, 2026, 06.54 PM IST
NRI money could ease banks' funding crunch before powering India's capex: Axis Bank CEOIndian banks are set to leverage new foreign-currency deposits from the diaspora to replace costly funding, according to Axis Bank CEO Amit...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.47 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
The adaptation imperative: Subnational action and India’s heat challengeAt present, more than three-quarters (76%) of India’s population is at high or very high risk of extreme heat.
27 Jun, 2026, 10.27 AM IST
Critical minerals, strategic stakes: Inside India's bid to break China's supply chain strangleholdIndia and the US have inked a pact to secure critical mineral supplies, bolstering a broader Quad initiative aiming to invest $20 billion i...
22 Jun, 2026, 11.35 AM IST
ITR filing AY 2026-27: 8 costly mistakes taxpayers should avoid this tax return filing seasonThe I-T Department’s growing scrutiny, using AI and data analytics tools, leaves little room for omissions and errors, making accurate tax ...
22 Jun, 2026, 09.25 AM IST
India taps World Bank, ADB for $2.5 billion infrastructure spendIndia is in talks with the World Bank and Asian Development Bank for substantial funding. This financial support aims to boost urban infras...
18 Jun, 2026, 11.04 AM IST
India bonds rise as oil slumps on Iran peace deal hopeIndian government bonds saw a significant rise on Friday. This surge was driven by a sharp decline in crude oil prices. Hopes of a breakthr...
12 Jun, 2026, 05.54 PM IST
India's agriculture and water tech startups gain momentum, sustainability in focus: NasscomIndia's agri and water tech deeptech ecosystem is gaining momentum around commercialization as per a statement by Nasscom. These sectors st...
12 Jun, 2026, 05.12 PM IST
After deeptech firms, expect RDIF rollout for Indian VCs soonLast month, close to 20 Indian investors, which included Ideaspring Capital, Speciale Invest, Chiratae Ventures, Sixth Sense Ventures, and ...
09 Jun, 2026, 08.14 AM IST
UK running out of time to boost defence as investment plan stalls, military chief warnsBritain faces increasing threats from Russia. The nation's military chief stresses the urgent need for more defence spending. The Defence I...
05 Jun, 2026, 04.09 PM IST
Europe's tech 'liberation day'? Computer says not yetThe EU plan aims to boost European tech firms and limit some access for dominant U.S. rivals. It marks a key but initial step, with the blo...
04 Jun, 2026, 10.38 AM IST
PM Modi’s high stakes push for sovereign AI faces reality checkIndia is striving to build its own artificial intelligence capabilities, aiming for self-reliance and global export. However, the nation fa...
03 Jun, 2026, 07.53 PM IST
Over 60% of pharma MSMEs yet to comply with updated manufacturing normsPharma industry officials say the revised Schedule M regulations could require Rs 10-15 crore per facility in upgrades, while talent shorta...
03 Jun, 2026, 12.32 PM IST
India meets FY26 fiscal deficit goal at 4.4% of GDP despite revenue and global pressuresIn a commendable feat, the Indian government has hit its FY26 fiscal deficit goal of 4.4% of GDP, largely due to prudent expenditure manage...
02 Jun, 2026, 12.43 AM IST