Maharashtra Starts Early Sugar Crushing to Bolster Supplies Ahead of Diwali

Maharashtra has kicked off early sugarcane crushing at 25% of its mills to ease sugar shortages before Diwali. Discover how this move could stabilise prices and improve availability.
Government Set to Exceed Rs 80,000 Crore Disinvestment Mark for FY27 Led by IDBI Bank Stake Sale

The Indian government is poised to surpass its Rs 80,000 crore disinvestment target for FY27, driven by the landmark IDBI Bank stake sale—a feat not achieved since FY19.
Maharashtra Declares Drought in 85% of Talukas; Farmers to Receive Rs 5,000 Aid Before Diwali

Maharashtra declares drought in over 305 talukas. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announces Rs 5,000 aid for farmers before Diwali. Steps to secure water and prevent loan coercion.
India Strengthens Mauritius Tax Pact with Principal Purpose Test from August 10

India amends the Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement with Mauritius to introduce a Principal Purpose Test from August 10, targeting treaty abuse and ensuring fair taxation on foreign investments.
Customized Credit to Propel Northeast Sports Infrastructure and Entertainment Growth: Scindia’s Vision

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia urges banks to provide tailored credit for Northeastern states, aiming to boost sports infrastructure, online entertainment and regional development.
India and US Forge Stronger Ties in Defence, IT and Healthcare

Discover how India and the United States are boosting their partnership across defence, IT, and healthcare sectors, with joint exercises, investments, and expanded generic medicine supplies driving economic growth.
How PM Modi’s Free Trade Strategy Could Fuel $140 Billion Boost to India’s GDP by 2035

Discover how PM Modi’s free trade strategy, through key FTAs with the EU and New Zealand, could add $140bn to India’s GDP by 2035 and diversify exports.
Trump Faces Tough Reality on India Tariffs: Will He Acknowledge His Misstep?

As US fuel prices climb ahead of midterms, Trump reverses course on Russian diesel imports after 25% India tariff fallout. How will this reshape India–US trade?
India Reviews China’s Trade Restrictions to Boost Services Exports

India initiates a review of China’s restrictive measures on services exporters, aiming to unlock a potential $8.95 billion market through smoother licensing, data norms, and mutual certification.
RBI Survey Sees Positive Demand Outlook for India’s Services Sector in Q3FY27, But Margin Concerns Linger

The RBI’s latest Services and Infrastructure Outlook Survey highlights robust demand expected in Q3FY27 for India’s services sector, though firms remain cautious about profit margins amid cost pressures. Discover key trends and regional insights.
RBI Rolls Out Fresh Forex Measures to Stabilise Rupee Near Record Lows

Discover how the RBI’s new forex rules, cash reserve requirements and special OMC window aim to stabilise the rupee against the dollar and curb speculative demand.
Statistics Ministry Unveils Unified Framework to Score State GDP Accurately

Discover how India’s Statistics Ministry is introducing a common expenditure approach to calculate state GDP, ensuring consistency, comparability and match excitement in economic data.
India’s Forex Reserves Dip $12.95 Billion to $734.60 Billion in Early October

India’s forex reserves fell by $12.95 billion to $734.60 billion as of October 2, driven by declines in foreign currency assets and gold holdings. Find out what this means.
GST Overhaul to Boost Contract Manufacturing Exports and Supply Chain Shifts to India

Explore how India’s new GST reforms treating contract manufacturing as exports, expanded refunds, and faster credit disbursal will attract global supply chains and fuel investment.
India Joins 14 Economies to Tackle Structural Overcapacity in Key Sectors

India teams up with 14 major economies in a joint statement to address structural overcapacity in EVs, semiconductors, solar panels and more. Read on.