India considers spending curbs to protect fiscal deficit targetIndia's government is reviewing potential budget spending cuts. Higher oil prices are increasing subsidy costs and threatening fiscal goals...
04 Jun, 2026, 04.30 PM IST
OECD sees India growth slowing to 6.3% from 7.6% in FY27India's economy faces a slowdown to 6.3% in fiscal 2027. Higher energy costs from the Middle East conflict will impact investment and expor...
04 Jun, 2026, 12.20 AM IST
GST collections rise 3.2% to ₹1.94 lakh crore in May; import-led revenues drive growthIndia's GST collections hit an impressive ₹1.94 lakh crore in May 2026, showcasing a 3.2% rise primarily driven by robust imports of essent...
02 Jun, 2026, 12.49 AM 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
West Asia heat may soon scorch banks' booksIndian banks anticipate asset quality stress from the second quarter due to the West Asia conflict. Rising fuel prices will reduce consumer...
01 Jun, 2026, 01.06 AM IST
India faces test of oil, inflation and monsoon risks despite economic resilience, FinMin report showsIndia's economy shows cautious resilience. Domestic strengths support the outlook despite global challenges. Manufacturing and services are...
30 May, 2026, 12.51 PM IST
States under fiscal strain amid high welfare spend: Morgan StanleyStates are facing fiscal pressure as revenue growth slows and welfare spending remains high, leading to elevated deficits. Morgan Stanley r...
28 May, 2026, 05.29 AM IST
Arvind Panagariya on what RBI transfer of ₹2.87 lakh cr surplus to govt means for Indian economyThe Reserve Bank of India's record ₹2.87 lakh crore dividend transfer offers crucial fiscal support amid global economic turbulence. This s...
25 May, 2026, 10.14 AM IST
Macro, the Mightiest: Why India’s biggest macro variable still falls from the skyThe 2026 monsoon comes with a clear warning: Rainfall is forecast at 92% of the long-period average, with higher-than-usual probability of ...
24 May, 2026, 06.11 PM IST
RBI declares record Rs 2.87 lakh crore dividend to cushion war shockThe Reserve Bank of India announced a record surplus transfer to the government for FY26, though it falls short of budget estimates. This s...
23 May, 2026, 06.11 AM IST
Oil spike, global debt, market stress: RBI flags mounting external shocks but lays out 5 areas where India remains resilientThe Reserve Bank of India warns of global economic dangers from oil prices, debt, and market stress. However, India shows strength in growt...
22 May, 2026, 07.09 PM IST
India bond gains capped by smaller than expected RBI dividendThe benchmark 6.48% 2035 bond yield settled at 7.0917%, bouncing off the day's low of 7.0636%, but still 2.2 basis points below Thursday's ...
22 May, 2026, 06.18 PM IST
High gold prices, import duty hike to drag jewellery demand: CrisilIndian organized gold jewellery retailers anticipate a 13-15% sales volume decline this fiscal due to high gold prices and import curbs. De...
22 May, 2026, 01.25 PM IST
Downside risks to economy have begun materializing as continued West Asia conflict casts shadow over India's trade outlook: CrisilThe escalating conflict in West Asia is emerging as a major risk for India’s economy, threatening trade flows, increasing import costs, and...
19 May, 2026, 03.27 PM IST
RBI likely to pay a big dividend to CentreEconomists estimate the surplus transfer-often referred to as the central bank's dividend to the government-in the range of Rs 2.7 lakh cro...
19 May, 2026, 01.20 AM IST
Holding stocks is harder than finding them: 10 mid- and small-caps stocks that may be worth holding on toHolding a stock is not an act of blind faith. It is not refusing to change one’s mind. It is not averaging down because the stock has falle...
17 May, 2026, 06.20 AM IST
Containing war impact on growth, current account: PMO stitching up plan to boost foreign fund flowOfficials at both the finance ministry and Niti Aayog are identifying economic opportunities presented by the Iran conflict, as well as gau...
13 May, 2026, 11.49 AM IST