Defence shares gain momentum on strong production and growth outlookIndian defence stocks surged as the government announced a record ₹1.78 lakh crore in defence production for fiscal 2026, a 15.6% increase ...
18 Jun, 2026, 05.48 AM IST
Why the world is betting on China again, and what India must do about itChina's business environment prioritizes market share with strong government backing. The nation has shifted to high-quality, high-speed pr...
17 Jun, 2026, 11.38 PM IST
Parliamentary panel moots higher education spending, says NEP's 6% GDP target unmetA parliamentary committee has flagged current higher education funding as inadequate. It urges an increase to six percent of GDP, aligning ...
17 Jun, 2026, 06.01 PM IST
Companies need flexibility, choice as AI becomes a geopolitical issueIndia is one of the fastest growing markets for Databricks, and last year the firm announced a $250 million investment in India to ramp up ...
17 Jun, 2026, 12.58 PM IST
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...
17 Jun, 2026, 11.51 AM IST
India makes gains in child, maternal health but nutrition challenges persist: SBI reportIndia's latest health survey reveals significant improvements in maternal care and child vaccination rates. Stunting among children has see...
17 Jun, 2026, 11.26 AM IST
Govt fundraising drive hits high gearThe government's push for non-tax revenue is off to a strong start, with public asset monetisation nearing 30% of last fiscal year's total ...
17 Jun, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
India may take a leaf from China's book for oil poolIndia may adopt a China-like strategy for its oil reserves. Refiners could be required to hold significantly more crude oil. This move aims...
17 Jun, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
CAG asks states to disclose off-budget borrowings in A/CsIndia's Comptroller and Auditor General, K Sanjay Murthy, urged state governments to fully disclose their off-budget borrowings. He highlig...
16 Jun, 2026, 11.56 PM IST
India's fiscal policy is evolving to support domestic growth: S&P GlobalIndia is adjusting its fiscal policy to boost domestic growth and economic strength. Global uncertainties are prompting a move towards long...
16 Jun, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
World's top miners BHP, Rio Tinto see India emerging as steel's next growth frontier beyond ChinaGlobal mining giants BHP and Rio Tinto are focusing on India for future steel demand. India's rapid urbanisation and infrastructure project...
16 Jun, 2026, 11.46 AM IST
Pakistan sees room to improve FY27 outlook after Iran war ends, says Finance Minister AurangzebPakistan's Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb sees potential economic upsides for fiscal year 2027 following the end of the Iran conflict....
16 Jun, 2026, 09.25 AM IST
India won't be second to anybody in developing foundational AI models: IT SecretaryIndia is stepping up its AI game with the launch of Varya, its first indigenous AI video model. Developed by Avataar. ai with support from ...
12 Jun, 2026, 06.05 PM IST
India willing to let fiscal deficit widen to 4.8% of GDP: ReportIndia faces a larger budget deficit this year. The war in Iran is increasing energy subsidy costs. This puts pressure on government finance...
12 Jun, 2026, 09.29 AM IST
India's strong growth keeps state finances stable despite deficits, rising debt: S&PIndia's robust economic expansion is shielding state finances from worsening. Despite ongoing spending needs and revenue gaps, strong growt...
11 Jun, 2026, 10.29 PM IST
Govt raises nearly Rs 20,000 crore through disinvestment, asset sales as West Asia conflict swells subsidy burdenThe Centre has raised nearly Rs 20,000 crore through stake sales and asset monetisation in the first two months of this financial year. Thi...
10 Jun, 2026, 12.22 PM IST
NSE to route 10% of CSR spending through Social Stock Exchange after regulatory green lightNSE will channel 10% of its annual CSR corpus through the Social Stock Exchange, becoming an early institutional adopter of the platform. T...
09 Jun, 2026, 07.31 PM IST