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The IMF lowered India's 2026 growth forecast to 6.4% due to higher global oil prices driven by the Middle East conflict but raised its 2027 outlook, citing resilient domestic demand, stronger economic activity, easing energy pressures, and sustained medium-term growth prospects despite global uncertainty
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Sensex and Nifty rebounded in early trade on Thursday after a sharp fall in the previous session, supported by foreign fund inflows and buying in blue-chip stocks. The Sensex rose nearly 496 points to 76,998.54, while the Nifty gained 149 points to 24,025.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the Australia-India CEOs Forum in Melbourne alongside Australian PM Anthony Albanese, pitched India as a long-term investment destination. He highlighted complementarities between the two economies while urging faster conclusion of the proposed Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA).
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Tata Group expects its automotive business to reach USD 100 billion over the next five years, backed by major investments, new product launches and stronger collaboration with JLR. The company also aims to increase passenger vehicle market share to 20 per cent by FY30
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Indian benchmark indices plunged over 2 per cent on Wednesday as rising crude oil prices, weak global cues and renewed Middle East tensions hurt investor sentiment. The selloff wiped out nearly Rs 4 lakh crore in investor wealth amid broad-based weakness across sectors
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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that small, non-polluting enterprises will not need government approvals to begin operations for their first three years. The move aims to boost entrepreneurship, reduce regulatory hurdles, attract investment and strengthen the state's business ecosystem
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India and Indonesia signed 14 agreements, including deals for BrahMos cruise missiles and Astra air-to-air missiles, during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Jakarta. The two nations also expanded cooperation in maritime security, critical minerals, space, education and digital payments
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The rupee appreciated 48 paise to close at 94.95 against the US dollar, supported by improved global risk sentiment, softer crude oil prices and a weaker dollar. Analysts said easing inflation concerns and foreign fund inflows also boosted the currency
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The Centre has dismissed reports of an imminent E-25 petrol rollout, saying no decision has been taken beyond E-20 blending. It said any future increase would follow scientific validation and reaffirmed that E-20 has been extensively tested and safely used nationwide
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The government said ECLGS 5.0 has issued over 4.11 lakh guarantees worth ₹1.55 lakh crore since its launch, with MSMEs receiving 98 per cent of guarantees by number. The scheme aims to boost liquidity for businesses affected by West Asia-related disruptions
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced integration of India’s UPI with Indonesia’s payment system to ease cross-border transactions. The two countries also expanded cooperation in technology, critical minerals, maritime security, space, education and cultural heritage during bilateral talks in Jakarta
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The Indian rupee strengthened 15 paise against the US dollar in early trade, supported by improved market sentiment after Saudi Arabia cut crude prices for Asia. Easing Middle East tensions, lower oil prices and renewed foreign investor buying also boosted the currency
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Indian benchmark indices advanced in early trade, supported by positive global cues, easing crude oil concerns and renewed foreign investor buying. IT and banking stocks led gains, while analysts said improved technical indicators and stronger fundamentals continued to support market sentiment
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Microsoft is cutting 4,800 jobs globally, including 1,600 in its Xbox gaming division, as part of a broader restructuring. The company cited business challenges and competitive pressures, while clarifying that the layoffs are not driven by artificial intelligence replacing employees.
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Persistent rural and gender digital divides, cybersecurity risks, limited broadband, weak data privacy enforcement, and low digital literacy continue to hinder inclusive growth
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Union Minister Piyush Goyal said India's new free trade agreements are creating opportunities in manufacturing and innovation. Speaking at the launch of IIM Udaipur's online bilingual BBA programme, he urged students to develop practical skills and embrace technology-driven education
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Foreign Institutional Investors sold a net $3 billion worth of Indian equities in June, while Domestic Institutional Investors invested $9 billion, offsetting the outflows. Analysts expect market sentiment to remain driven by monsoon progress, corporate earnings, crude oil prices and global developments.
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Indian benchmark indices extended gains for a fourth straight session, with the Sensex rising 521 points and the Nifty closing above 24,430. Strong buying in realty, auto, oil and gas, and consumer durable stocks supported the rally amid improving investor sentiment.
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Gold traded largely flat while silver edged lower in early MCX trade on Monday as softer crude oil prices eased concerns over further US Federal Reserve rate hikes. Meanwhile, international gold and silver prices gained, supported by positive market sentiment and technical strength.
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Global crude oil prices fell nearly one per cent after OPEC+ agreed to increase August production and exports through the Strait of Hormuz recovered. Improved supplies and easing geopolitical tensions boosted expectations of a better-balanced global oil market
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Indian benchmark indices opened higher on Monday as improved monsoon conditions, renewed foreign investor buying and softer crude oil prices lifted sentiment. Realty and metal stocks gained, while investors awaited June-quarter earnings, with financials and automobiles expected to outperform
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Every global event flows through the dollar system, through the rupee exchange rate, and lands — silently, without announcement — in our kitchen
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India's Ethanol Blended Petrol Programme has saved over Rs 1.90 lakh crore in foreign exchange, generated more than Rs 1.6 lakh crore in additional income for farmers and reduced carbon emissions, reinforcing energy security and supporting the country's clean fuel transition
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Adani Group will invest ₹2,500 crore over three years to build an integrated missile manufacturing ecosystem in Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh, aiming to strengthen India's defence self-reliance while creating 5,000 jobs and supporting MSMEs
