"GDP figure being projected is not real": Akhilesh Yadav takes swipe at Centre over economic claims, unemploymentSamajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav questioned the government's economic growth projections. He stated that rampant unemployment and high ...
06 Sep, 2026, 06.04 PM IST
Former chief statistician Pronab Sen seeks two GDP series with old, new bases for five yearsAdvocating for dual GDP series, former chief statistician Pronab Sen argues that accurate double deflation is contingent upon extensive dat...
04 Sep, 2026, 12.29 AM IST
GDP data revision: Govt says it's revised base, not baselessIndia's statistics ministry defended its latest GDP growth figures. The ministry cited improved data sources and methodologies for the esti...
03 Sep, 2026, 01.15 AM IST
Uday Kotak sees GDP resilience, warns India not to lower guardIndia's economy grew 7.8 percent in the April-June quarter, showing resilience. Veteran banker Uday Kotak noted ongoing geopolitical and ec...
01 Sep, 2026, 11.46 AM IST
In 1993, Taiwan collected 70% of its trash while recycling virtually none. 33 years later, paid bags, musical trucks and sorting helped drive recycling to 55% nationwideTaiwan’s experience therefore challenges the idea that recycling depends mainly on individual environmental enthusiasm. People certainly ne...
01 Sep, 2026, 04.13 AM IST
Index of services production shows 8 sub-sectors record double-digit growth in JuneJune 2026 marked a period of significant double-digit growth across eight service categories, with real estate and retail trade leading the...
31 Aug, 2026, 05.14 PM IST
Now Chinese firms eyeing entry into Semicon India 2026Surging component imports drawing Chinese companies to Indian govt's flagship event
27 Aug, 2026, 11.09 AM IST
Infrastructure projects see cost overrun of Rs 3.4 lakh cr: MoSPIOngoing infrastructure projects show a Rs 3,40,504 crore cost overrun on projects over Rs 150 crore. Over 1,700 projects are monitored, wit...
25 Aug, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
India may face China’s problem before it reaches the Dragon's wealthIndia’s total fertility rate has fallen to 1.9, below replacement level, even as the working-age population remains dominant. The country m...
25 Aug, 2026, 02.43 PM IST
Expensive living? Inflation hits coriander to cars in IndiaConsumer goods companies are increasing prices and reducing pack sizes. Automobile manufacturers and tyre companies also announced signific...
21 Aug, 2026, 04.19 PM IST
India's unemployment rate drops to 5.1% in July as job market improves, more women join workforceIndia's unemployment rate fell to 5.1% in July 2026, showing positive labor market trends. Both labor force participation and worker popula...
17 Aug, 2026, 04.19 PM IST
Independence Day 2026: 79 years of an India on the rise as its households dream biggerIndependence Day 2026: Today's Indian consumers are transforming their financial habits, with a declining focus on food expenditure within ...
15 Aug, 2026, 12.35 AM IST
Parliament Watch: National child survey, Bankers' Evidence Bill and NPS updateA national child survey is underway to detail informal sector workers and street children. The Rajya Sabha approved the Bankers' Books Evid...
11 Aug, 2026, 01.35 AM IST
Free coaching scheme for SC/OBC students falters as panel flags shrinking budgets, missed targets over three yearsA parliamentary panel expressed concern over the poor implementation of a free coaching scheme. Financial and physical targets for underpri...
10 Aug, 2026, 11.55 PM IST
Household savings rise to 21.7% of GDP in FY25: GovtHousehold savings increased to 21.7 percent of GDP in 2024-25. Government and RBI measures aim to boost incomes and financial security. RBI...
04 Aug, 2026, 06.14 PM IST
Global Market: South Korea's July inflation cools below expectations as oil prices ease; rate hike bets remainSouth Korea's consumer inflation eased to a three-month low in July, falling below market expectations. Lower oil prices significantly cont...
04 Aug, 2026, 09.55 AM IST
Services index shows 16 sub-sectors recorded double-digit growth in MayEight services sub-sectors recorded double-digit growth in May 2026. Accommodation and Food services saw a significant 27.4 percent increas...
29 Jul, 2026, 08.12 PM IST