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Weak monsoon raises food inflation concerns, but rate hike seen unlikelyEconomists are split on how a weak monsoon will affect food prices, with some believing falling oil prices will offset any hikes. Others wa...
Karnataka records 42% rainfall deficit, 826 villages face water shortageKarnataka faces a severe 42% rainfall deficit this year, leading to a significant drop in groundwater levels. As a result, 826 villages are...
India's FY27 growth likely to slow down to 6.6% on energy stress, sub-par monsoon: S&PIndia's economic growth is projected to slow to 6.6% in the current fiscal year, according to S&P Global Ratings. This slowdown is attribut...
RBI in wait-and-watch mode despite easing West Asia risks: Sanjay MalhotraDespite easing West Asian tensions, the RBI remains cautious, with Governor Sanjay Malhotra emphasizing data dependency over pre-set intere...
Metal companies' hot run comes to an end as West Asia cools offMetal stocks experienced a significant downturn Tuesday, with the Nifty Metal index dropping 3.2% as falling commodity prices, domestic eco...
ITC bulking up with products rich in protein and fibre: Sanjiv Puri“India is also a protein-deficient market. We already have offerings such as high-protein atta, soya chunks and protein shakes, and we will...
Cathay Pacific to reduce flight fuel surcharges from July 1Cathay Pacific Airways is set to reduce its fuel surcharges for most passenger flights starting July 1, following a dip in jet fuel costs. ...
Uber board sued over alleged 'serial' compliance failures, sexual abuse lawsuitsIn a complaint filed in San Francisco federal court, shareholders led by a Detroit pension fund said board members ignored repeated inter...
RBI MPC: Growth rate could top 7% if oil prices fall furtherThe MPC members had voted for a status quo in the June policy, citing resilient growth and the need to assess inflation impact while statin...
European shares muted as investors weigh U.S.-Iran talksEuropean markets showed little movement as investors weighed U.S.-Iran talks for progress on Strait of Hormuz shipping. Brent crude dipped ...
Weak start to monsoon seen clouding Kharif season outlook: ReportIndia's monsoon has begun with a significant rainfall deficit, impacting kharif sowing, particularly for pulses and cotton. While reservoir...
El Nino Impact: Milk prices likely to go up, againPoor rainfall typically leads farmers to reduce cattle numbers because of shortages of fodder and water, lowering milk output and pushing u...
RBI MPC minutes: Policy misstep fears drove rate pause amid West Asia uncertaintyThe Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee has opted for a cautious "wait and watch" stance, holding the repo rate steady due to...
Gold and silver prices have fallen up to 12% this month; is it time to buy?Gold and silver prices have dropped sharply this month as easing Iran-US tensions dampened safe-haven demand. Experts advise existing inves...
Reality Check: What triggered Accenture's historic stock plungeAccenture's biggest-ever stock plunge was driven by weaker revenue guidance, slowing bookings and rising investor concerns that AI-led disr...
Kitchen staples face rising price pressure as El Nino risks growExpect higher prices for essential kitchen items like spices, eggs, and dairy. Food inflation is rising, with a potential monsoon deficit a...
8th Pay Commission news: Defence employee body demands new inflation index to calculate 8th CPC DA, DR, revised payThe All India Defence Employees’ Federation (AIDEF) has urged the 8th Pay Commission to replace the AICPI-IW-based inflation measure with a...
Finmin to engage with states over looming El Nino falloutThe Finance Ministry will soon meet with states and central ministries to assess the economic and fiscal impact of El Nino. This review wil...
Crop prices drop as Hormuz reopening to ease farm-input shockThe development, stemming from an interim US-Iran agreement, could alleviate food inflation fears fueled by the Middle East conflict.
Weak monsoon may drag agri GDP into contractionIndian agriculture is at a crossroads, facing significant hurdles in the coming years. Analysts project little to no growth for agricultura...