RBI’s Bid to Drain Surplus Liquidity Sees Muted Bank Response, Impacting Rate Transmission

RBI’s 29-day VRRR auction drew just ₹79,655 crore against a ₹2 lakh crore target, highlighting challenges in liquidity management and policy rate transmission.
India’s Dual Role in US-Led Manufacturing Pact and Section 301 Probe

India joins a US-led initiative to tackle global manufacturing overcapacity even as it faces a parallel Section 301 probe. What it means for solar, steel and beyond.
RBI Survey Reveals Indian Households Expect 10% Inflation in the Coming Year

Recent RBI survey shows Indian households anticipate inflation to rise to 10% over the next year, fueled by living expenses and food price pressures. Read on for insights, RBI actions and what it means for you.
Nitin Gadkari Greenlights Rs 993 Crore NH-10 Upgrade to Bolster Connectivity in Sikkim

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari approves Rs 993.64 crore for upgrading NH-10 from Rangpo to Ranipool, boosting tourism, commerce, and strategic defence routes in Sikkim.
57th GST Council Meet Ushers in GST 2.0 Reforms to Boost Ease of Doing Business and MSME Growth

The 57th GST Council meeting kicks off with major GST 2.0 reforms to simplify compliance, expand ITC eligibility, speed up refunds, and decriminalise offences, aiming to boost ease of doing business and MSME growth.
GST Council Meeting: Are Consumers in for Lower Prices?

Discover how the latest GST Council proposals could impact consumer prices in India, key rate changes under discussion and when these might take effect.
Oil and Food Prices Propel India’s September Inflation Above RBI Target

India’s consumer inflation rose to 5.4% in September, driven by surging food costs and Brent crude above $100 a barrel, prompting RBI policy action.
India and UK Forge Stronger Investment Partnerships After Fourth Financial Markets Dialogue

Discover how India and the UK aim to deepen investment ties following the fourth Financial Markets Dialogue in London, unlocking new opportunities for bilateral cooperation and growth.
RBI May Opt for Sharper 50 bps Hike in December: SBI Economists’ Perspective

SBI economists project a possible 50 basis point RBI rate hike in December to tame inflation risks and steady the rupee. Explore how domestic and global factors are shaping this outlook.
RBI Clarifies Forex Reporting Requirements: Individuals Exempt from Import and Export Earnings Declarations

RBI announces that individuals need not report imports or export earnings under new forex rules. Banks and authorised dealers will handle reporting, with FAQs to be issued soon.
RBI Greenlights Interoperability of Account Aggregators: A New Era for Unified Financial Dashboards

Discover how the RBI’s decision to allow interoperability among Account Aggregators is set to transform financial management in India. Learn about key benefits for banking, insurance, investments, and more.
RBI Lifts FY27 GDP Forecast to 7.1% Riding Economic Momentum

Explore RBI’s upward revision of the FY27 GDP forecast to 7.1%, the policy repo rate hike to 5.5%, and what this means for India’s economic playbook.
RBI MPC Meeting at a Glance: All You Need to Know About the Rate Hike

Discover the RBI’s latest repo rate hike to 5.50%, inflation projections, GDP growth outlook and what these decisions mean for India’s financial playing field.
India’s Growth Outlook: 7.2% Expected This Fiscal, 8% Potential Seen Ahead

Economist Madan Sabnavis forecasts India’s GDP to average 7.2% this fiscal year despite an H2 slowdown. Discover the key factors shaping a potential 8% long-term growth.
World Bank Raises India FY27 Growth Forecast to 7.1%, Flags Oil and El Niño Risks

The World Bank has upgraded India’s FY27 growth forecast to 7.1%, citing robust domestic consumption. Elevated oil prices and potential El Niño impacts pose challenges to this outlook.