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India economic challenges amid West Asia crisis

Overview

In early May, the Indian government warned that the ongoing West‑Asia conflict would push its fertilizer‑subsidy bill above Rs 1.71 lakh crore as imported urea prices rose, while domestic production and stockpiles remained strong for the kharif season. A week later, state‑run Nalco reported a 40‑50% drop in alumina exports to the region, pulling down global spot prices and trimming its quarterly profit. By early June, the World Bank noted that India could absorb $100‑a‑barrel oil without major GDP damage, but households faced a price shock. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) kept the repo rate at 5.25% in successive meetings, citing inflation pressures from higher oil, fertilizer and food prices and a weaker rupee linked to the Strait of Hormuz closure. Inflation stayed near the RBI’s 4% target in May (3.93%) but rose to 4.38% in June, prompting analysts to expect a possible rate hike later in the year. Growth forecasts were repeatedly trimmed: Fitch cut FY 2026‑27 real‑GDP growth to 6.4%, the IMF to 6.5% and S&P to 6.6%, citing energy‑price stress, a weak monsoon and global headwinds. The fiscal deficit widened sharply in April‑May FY 27 to 9.6% of the budget target, while direct‑tax collections surged 16% year‑on‑year. To shore up external buffers, the RBI introduced new FCNR(B) deposit schemes, relaxed foreign‑currency rules and injected ₹1.41 lakh crore into the banking system. Foreign‑exchange reserves climbed above $675 billion, aided by a $36.7 billion NRI‑deposit programme. Parallel regulatory moves by SEBI and RBI aimed to deepen markets and attract capital. By late July and early August, foreign exchange reserves hit a three-month high of $692.9 billion, following a weekly gain of approximately $10.5 billion. This surge was driven by the RBI's foreign-currency deposit programme. This strengthened buffer helped the rupee appreciate 1.2% against the U.S.

Entities

Reserve Bank of India · India · Sanjay Malhotra · Nifty · Pakistan

Timeline

4 days ago

[BUSINESS] 9 sources
South Asian economies report shifts in forex reserves and commodity demand
India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka report significant shifts in economic indicators, including surges in India's forex reserves, rising inflation in Pakistan, and recovering reserves in Sri Lanka.
6 days ago

[BUSINESS] 5 sources
India direct tax collections rise 23% to ₹8.11 lakh crore
India’s net direct tax collections rose 23.09% year-on-year to ₹8.11 lakh crore as of August 10, 2026, driven by strong growth in non-corporate and corporate tax revenues.
10 days ago

[BUSINESS] 10 sources
India sees surge in FPI inflows and rising forex reserves
India sees a reversal in foreign investor sentiment with significant FPI inflows into equities and foreign exchange reserves approaching record highs amid stabilizing macroeconomic conditions.
12 days ago

[BUSINESS] 4 sources
India's foreign exchange reserves hit three‑month high of $693 bn
India’s FX reserves rose to $692.9 bn, the biggest weekly gain since Jan, thanks to RBI’s FCNR deposit scheme; the rupee gained 1.2 % to 95.38 per dollar, and the RBI left rates unchanged.
24 days ago

[BUSINESS] 7 sources
India's foreign exchange reserves climb to $676.24 billion
India's forex reserves rose by $1.08 billion to $676.24 billion for the week ended July 17, driven by a surge in foreign currency assets while gold reserves fell.
27 days ago

[BUSINESS] 5 sources
IMF flags oil price surge and weak monsoon as top risks to India's FY27 growth
IMF lowers India's FY27 growth forecast to 6.4% and cites higher oil prices and a weak monsoon from El Niño as its biggest risks.
29 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India's FY2026‑27 GDP projected to grow 6.5‑6.8% by Deloitte
Deloitte forecasts India’s FY2026‑27 GDP at 6.5‑6.8%, citing festive demand and monetary easing, while flagging Middle‑East tensions, commodity volatility and agricultural risks.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
India's foreign exchange reserves climb $964 million to $675 billion
India's forex reserves rose $964 million to $675 billion, led by a $930 million gain in foreign currency assets and a $24 million increase in gold, though they remain below March 2026 levels.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India Overhauls Overseas Investment Rules with 2022 FEMA Reforms
India's 2022 FEMA reforms replace older regulations, broaden overseas investment scope and replace prior approvals with post‑transaction accountability, aiming to ease compliance and boost foreign remittances.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
India's Growth Outlook Moderated by West Asia Tensions and Weak Monsoon, RBI Projects 6.6% GDP
India’s GDP growth is projected at 6.6% as the World Bank and RBI cite West Asia tensions and a weak monsoon as key risks, while inflation expectations rise to 5.1% and new telecom reforms are introduced.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India sees sharp rise in agricultural loans and direct tax revenues
India's agricultural loans hit ₹32.5 lakh crore, a four‑fold rise, while direct tax revenues grew 16 % to ₹7.74 lakh crore, highlighting robust fiscal expansion.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India's net direct tax collections climb 16.4% to Rs 6.51 lakh crore
India's net direct tax collections rose 16.4% YoY to Rs 6.51 lakh crore in July 2026, driven by higher corporate tax, non‑corporate tax and a 44% jump in securities transaction tax.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 4 sources
India's food inflation spikes to 5.3% in June amid soaring tomato prices
India's food inflation hit 5.3% in June as tomato prices surged, while US and Eurozone inflation remain low but face risks from geopolitics and El Niño.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 4 sources
India urges public banks to attract diaspora foreign‑currency deposits
India’s finance minister calls public banks to boost NRI foreign‑currency deposits, offering higher rates to help stabilise the rupee and strengthen reserves amid dollar strength.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 32 sources
India's June inflation rises to 4.38% retail and 9.87% wholesale
India’s June CPI hit 4.38% (first breach of RBI’s 4% target) and WPI rose to 9.87%, driven by food, fuel and jewellery price spikes; RBI held rates steady but warned of higher inflation ahead.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 4 sources
Reserve Bank of India Sets New Accounting Rules, Tightens Overseas Investment Scrutiny
The RBI introduced new profit‑and‑loss account guidelines for banks and has increased scrutiny of Indian companies' $35 billion overseas investment plans, focusing on structure, purpose and promoter history.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India's rupee stabilisation measures spur $7 bn FII inflows
India's new rupee‑stabilisation steps, including tax breaks on sovereign bonds and cheaper dollar‑swap loans, triggered $7 bn of FII inflows, a 2.2% rupee rise and higher RBI reserves.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India's SEBI eases intraday borrowing rules for mutual fund companies
SEBI has relaxed intraday borrowing rules for Indian mutual‑fund AMCs, allowing same‑day loans for liquidity and settlement, with costs borne by AMCs and new board‑policy requirements, effective mid‑July.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 4 sources
India's June consumer inflation may surpass RBI's 4% target, poll shows
A Reuters poll predicts India's June CPI rose to ~4.3%, likely breaching the RBI's 4% target for the first time in 16 months, driven by food, fuel and geopolitical price pressures.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 6 sources
India projected to grow 7% in 2026, fastest among major economies, IMF says
The IMF projects India’s GDP to grow 7% in 2026, outpacing other major economies, with growth driven by private consumption and services.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India's SEBI Reintroduces Open-Market Share Buybacks with 15% Capital Cap
SEBI will allow open‑market share buybacks from 1 Aug 2026, capping them at under 15% of capital, limiting the process to 66 working days, and making merchant‑banker engagement optional.
about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 5 sources
India's GST collections climb 14% to Rs 1.95 lakh crore in June
India's GST system saw a 14% increase in June collections to Rs 1.95 lakh crore, boosted by higher import taxes and expanding digital compliance.
about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India and Nigeria PMI Forecasts Show Steady Growth Amid Manufacturing Challenges
India's FY27 PMI is expected to stay firm at 57‑59, while Nigeria's June PMI fell to 53.4, cooling private‑sector growth but keeping confidence high.
about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India's RBI reports strong economy and urges global rupee expansion
The RBI’s June 2026 report flags strong Indian economic fundamentals and resilient banks, but warns of global financial risks, while the governor pushes for a global rupee to shield India from currency shocks.
about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India fiscal deficit jumps to Rs 1.62 trillion; govt holds small‑savings rates steady
India's fiscal deficit rose to Rs 1.62 trillion in Apr‑May FY27 amid higher subsidies, while the government kept small‑savings interest rates unchanged for July‑Sept FY26‑27.
about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India's April‑May fiscal deficit spikes to ₹1.62 lakh crore, 9.6% of FY27 target
India's fiscal deficit rose to ₹1.62 lakh crore in April‑May FY27, 9.6 % of the budget target, after tax receipts fell and spending rose, with RBI dividend easing the gap.
about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India dodges predicted ‘economic tsunami’, posts 7.7% growth
India dismissed Rahul Gandhi’s ‘economic tsunami’ warning, posting 7.7% FY26 growth, low inflation and $682 bn in reserves while navigating Middle East oil disruptions.
about 2 months ago

[POLITICS] 2 sources
India's industrial production rises 5.1% as Modi visits Seychelles
India’s industrial output jumps 5.1% with a revised IIP, Modi completes a historic Seychelles visit, and new rural‑scheme audit portal, Kerala logo row, and CBI cyber‑fraud raids draw attention.
about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
IMF: India drives global growth, ceasefire improves outlook
The IMF said India continues to drive global growth, forecasting 6.5% expansion in FY26‑27, while a Middle East ceasefire and reopening the Strait of Hormuz have eased commodity and financial risks worldwide.
about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
RBI's NBFC-UL Rules Keep Tata Sons Under Pressure to List
The RBI's new NBFC‑UL framework classifies Tata Sons as an Upper Layer NBFC, requiring a stock‑exchange listing within three years and rejecting proposals to relax the rules, heightening pressure on the group’s
about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Reserve Bank of India sets new Upper‑Layer NBFC rules, listing mandate and larger infrastructure financing limits
The RBI issued revised Upper‑Layer NBFC guidelines, setting a Rs 1 lakh crore asset threshold, mandating listing within three years (except government‑owned firms), and raising IFC exposure limits to 45%, which
about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
India's FY27 growth outlook revised to 6.5‑6.6% amid energy stress and global headwinds
The IMF projects India’s FY27 growth at 6.5%, while S&P forecasts 6.6%, noting strong demand but energy stress, weak monsoon and global headwinds.
about 2 months ago

[POLITICS] 3 sources
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi attacks Congress, champions ‘Nation First’ and development record
PM Narendra Modi accused Congress of abandoning ‘Nation First’, labeling it perpetually dissatisfied, while touting his government’s housing, metro, tax, healthcare and EV achievements and urging youth to back
about 2 months ago

[POLITICS] 4 sources
PM Narendra Modi stresses nation‑first principle in recent addresses
PM Narendra Modi highlighted the nation‑first ethos, shared a Sanskrit shloka, and cited infrastructure gains and Naxal‑area transformation in recent speeches.
about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 4 sources
Reserve Bank of India injects ₹1.41 lakh crore into banking system to boost liquidity
The RBI has injected ₹1.41 lakh crore into Indian banks to ease funding pressures, support credit demand and maintain financial stability.
about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
SEBI eases margin rules for commodity derivatives in India
SEBI has reduced margin requirements for commodity derivatives backed by early delivery, while keeping MTM margins, to boost liquidity and participation. The rule starts 21 Sept 2026.
about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
Rupee Strength Boosts Prospects for FPI Inflows into Indian Markets
Rupee gains against the dollar have ended net FPI selling, with a 3,386 cr net equity buy in the week to 19 June, raising expectations of fresh foreign inflows and easing India's current‑account funding.
about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 6 sources
India's Monetary Policy Committee finds room to delay rate hikes as oil prices plunge
Oil prices have fallen 16% since June, improving India’s inflation outlook and giving the Monetary Policy Committee flexibility to postpone or moderate rate hikes, according to ICICI Research.
about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 6 sources
SEBI approves intraday borrowing for mutual funds and eases municipal bond rules
SEBI approved intraday borrowing for mutual funds, reintroduced open‑market share buybacks, and aligned securitisation and municipal bond rules with RBI guidelines.
about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 4 sources
RBI pushes FCNR(B) deposits to revive NRI inflows and bolster rupee
The RBI will cover hedging costs for FCNR(B) deposits through Sep 2026 to revive stalled NRI inflows, while NRO accounts surge and dollar purchases support the rupee amid India‑US trade talks.
about 2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India's Direct Tax Collections Jump 14.6% to ₹5.21 Lakh Crore
India’s net direct tax collections rose 14.6% to ₹5.21 lakh crore in FY27, driven by a 22.4% jump in corporate tax and a 44.9% surge in securities transaction tax.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
India's Balance of Payments Outlook Improves Amid RBI Support and Oil Price Pressures
Goldman Sachs sees India's balance of payments surplus and a reduced current‑account deficit, while other analysts project a widening to 2.2% of GDP in FY27 due to high oil prices, offset by services exports, R
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India's Agriculture Boosted by Record Harvests but Threatened by Soil Health Decline
India records historic grain harvests and expands farmer support, but widespread soil nutrient deficiencies and falling organic carbon risk long‑term agricultural sustainability.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 5 sources
India's RBI holds rates as oil-price dip eases inflation worries
India's RBI left the repo rate at 5.25% and adopted a wait‑and‑watch stance as oil prices fell after a U.S.–Iran peace deal, prompting Citi to scrap its forecast for two rate hikes through March 2027.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
India's RBI rolls out new REIT lending rules and NRI investment reforms
The RBI introduced June 2026 directions allowing banks to fund listed REITs/InvITs directly and overhauled NRI investment rules, raising equity limits and simplifying repatriable accounts for UAE residents.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 14 sources
India's trade deficit widens as defence output hits record and wholesale inflation spikes
India's trade deficit widened in May as record merchandise exports met rising imports, defence production hit Rs 1.78 lakh crore, diesel export tax rose, and wholesale inflation jumped to 9.68% with a new price
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India’s fertilizer self‑reliance shields farmers from global price spikes
India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat programme boosted fertilizer output and stocks, keeping farm subsidies steady despite soaring global prices.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India's inflation projected at 5% in FY27, raising RBI rate‑hike prospects
India's FY27 inflation is seen at 5%, prompting possible RBI rate hikes amid geopolitical tensions, a weak monsoon, and a depreciating rupee.
2 months ago

[POLITICS] 3 sources
India showcases major infrastructure and aviation growth under Modi government
India officials cite major strides in roads, rail, airports and digital services, noting the nation is now the world’s third‑largest domestic aviation market.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 13 sources
India's May 2026 retail inflation climbs to 3.93% but stays under RBI target
India’s retail inflation rose to 3.93 % in May, up from 3.48 % in April, driven by food (4.78 %) and fuel price hikes; it remains below the RBI’s 4 % target as the central bank holds rates.
2 months ago

[POLITICS] 3 sources
India Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman says country remains among fastest‑growing major economies
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said at a virtual Global Convergence for Growth Summit that India remains among the world’s fastest‑growing major economies, projecting ~7% GDP growth and urging strongermult
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Reserve Bank of India reopens FCNR(B) swap window for NRI deposits
The RBI reopened its FCNR(B) swap window on 5 June 2026, offering banks hedging subsidies and CRR/SLR exemption to attract NRI dollar deposits, aiming to repeat the 2013 $34 bn inflow; estimates range $20‑$60 b
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
India GDP growth forecast slows to 6.6% for FY27
BMI forecasts India's FY27 GDP growth at 6.6%, citing weaker investment, fading GST‑driven consumption, inflation and West Asia trade shocks.
2 months ago

[POLITICS] 2 sources
PM Narendra Modi calls Congress's past growth the 'Congress Rate' in Delhi speech
PM Narendra Modi, in a Delhi NDA summit, condemned Congress’s past ‘Hindu rate of growth’, rebranding it as ‘Congress rate of growth’ and highlighted the NDA’s infrastructure and digital advances since 2014.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India and Pakistan plan large fertilizer subsidy hikes amid rising costs
India seeks to double its fertilizer subsidy to about Rs 3 lakh crore as the West Asia crisis lifts import costs, while Pakistan proposes a Rs 20 billion subsidy to ease gas‑price disputes and keep fertilizer s
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
RBI introduces new deposit rules to attract foreign currency and ease bulk FD rates
The RBI unveiled new rules easing FCNR(B) deposits and bulk FD rates to draw $50‑70 bn in foreign currency and increase competition in India’s deposit market.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India's GDP growth forecast cut as crude oil prices surge
Fitch cut India's FY27 GDP growth forecast to 6.4% as oil prices rise, sparking fears of higher fuel costs and inflation.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
India's RBI Holds Repo Rate Steady Amid Inflation and Growth Concerns
India's RBI kept the repo rate at 5.25% as it raised inflation outlook and cut growth forecasts, citing global risks, a weaker rupee and structural challenges.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
India targets foreign investment and asset sales as growth slows amid West Asia crisis
India’s FY 2025‑26 growth hit 7.7% but the RBI projects 6.6% for FY 2026‑27; the government rolls out reforms to attract FDI, speed divestment and ease rupee pressure amid West Asia‑driven fuel and fertilizer‑c
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India RBI Keeps Repo Rate Steady, Home Loan Rates Hold
RBI kept the repo rate at 5.25%, keeping home loan EMIs stable. Major Indian banks offer rates from about 7.25% to 9% for government lenders and up to 11.9% for some private banks.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India's economy to withstand $100‑a‑barrel oil while households feel price shock
World Bank says India can absorb $100/barrel oil prices while growth stays strong, but rising fuel costs threaten household budgets.
2 months ago

[POLITICS] 2 sources
India's GDP growth touted by BJP spokesman RP Singh
BJP spokesperson RP Singh highlighted a projected 7.7% GDP growth for 2025‑26, citing Modi’s policies, addressing energy challenges, and urging Lok Sabha seat reforms and women’s reservation.
2 months ago

[POLITICS] 2 sources
PM Narendra Modi praised for 7.7% GDP growth as BJP MLA cites public trust
BJP MLA Shri Kant Pandit Rao praised PM Modi’s policies, linking a projected 7.7% GDP rise in 2025‑26 to public trust, criticized Congress, dismissed the India Block alliance, and noted Z‑plus security reviews.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Reserve Bank of India Holds Repo Rate at 5.25% Amid Inflation Concerns
India's RBI kept the repo rate at 5.25% on June 5 and is expected to maintain the pause on rate hikes until October, despite rising inflation driven by global energy costs.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 5 sources
India's economy expands 7.7% as Modi government celebrates 12 years of reforms
India's leaders claim the Modi government has spurred a 7.7% GDP rise, a booming space sector and a massive startup surge, marking 12 years of reform‑driven growth.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
Reserve Bank of India holds repo rate, launches foreign investment measures as GDP climbs to 7.7%
India's RBI kept the repo rate at 5.25%, introduced measures to draw foreign capital and, alongside a 7.7% GDP growth reading, saw the rupee firm while equity markets slipped.
2 months ago

[POLITICS] 2 sources
India's GDP Grows 7.7% as PM Modi Praises Performance
India’s GDP grew 7.7% in FY 2025‑26; PM Modi praised the result in Daman, credited citizens, launched ₹1,340 crore projects and noted tourism rising to 5 million visitors.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
India's GDP hits 7.7% in FY 2025‑26, PM Modi celebrates growth and tourism projects
PM Narendra Modi hailed India's 7.7% FY 2025‑26 GDP growth, praised tourism gains in Daman and inaugurated ₹1,340 crore projects including a new airport terminal and hospital.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 10 sources
India's FY26 GDP climbs to 7.8% amid West Asia oil price surge
India’s FY26 GDP rose 7.8% (7.7% full‑year), beating forecasts, but West Asia oil price spikes, a weak monsoon and currency pressures push FY27 growth outlook down to about 6.5%.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India's FY2026 GDP expands 7.7%, fastest in two years
India's economy grew 7.7% in FY2025‑26, with Q4 at 7.8% and nominal GDP up 8.9%; sector‑wide expansion boosted exports, while the RBI trimmed its FY27 growth outlook to 6.6%.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Reserve Bank of India keeps repo rate unchanged, hints at future hikes as inflation outlook rises
India's RBI kept the repo rate at 5.25% but raised its inflation forecast to 5.1%, prompting analysts to foresee one to two 25‑bp hikes later this fiscal year amid West Asia conflict and monsoon uncertainties.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India Expected to Surpass RBI's Growth Forecast, World Bank Executive Says
World Bank exec Neelkanth Mishra says India grew ~8 % in Q1 and will outpace RBI's 6.6‑6.3 % forecasts, urging no rate hikes unless oil stays above $130/barrel.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 4 sources
RBI lifts FPI limits and expands bond access to draw foreign capital
The RBI removed FPI investment limits, expanded the Fully Accessible Route to longer‑term bonds and introduced new FX‑swap and hedging facilities to boost foreign capital inflows.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
India's RBI cuts FY27 growth forecast, keeps repo rate at 5.25%
RBI lowered FY27 growth to 6.6%, raised inflation to 5.1%, kept repo at 5.25% and unveiled foreign‑investment incentives; markets showed mixed response with the rupee strengthening.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
RBI holds repo rate at 5.25% as Indian equity indexes dip modestly
The RBI kept its repo rate at 5.25% and unveiled foreign‑investment incentives; Indian Sensex and Nifty fell modestly amid profit‑taking and global uncertainty.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.25% amid inflation and West Asia tensions
India's RBI left the repo rate at 5.25% and maintained a neutral stance, citing modest inflation, West Asia energy‑price pressures and a resilient economy.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 9 sources
Reserve Bank of India Holds Repo Rate at 5.25% Amid Global Risks
India’s RBI kept the repo rate at 5.25% on June 5, citing West Asia conflict and rupee pressure, cut FY27 growth forecast to 6.6%, and launched measures to draw foreign capital, stabilising home‑loan EMIs.
2 months ago

[BUSINESS] 7 sources
RBI Holds Repo Rate at 5.25% and Eases Rules to Attract Foreign Capital
RBI kept the repo rate at 5.25%, expanded foreign investor access to government securities, lifted FII tax, and raised NRI/OCI equity limits, prompting a rupee rise to ~95.24/USD and an estimated $40 bn capital
3 months ago

[BUSINESS] 5 sources
India's FY26 GDP data release points to 7.4% growth, while Yes Bank forecasts slowdown to 6.6% in FY27
India’s FY26 GDP release is expected to show 7.4% growth, while Yes Bank forecasts inflation at 5% and GDP slowing to 6.6% in FY27, influencing RBI policy.
3 months ago

[BUSINESS] 12 sources
Reserve Bank of India Holds Repo Rate at 5.25% Amid Global Risks
India's RBI kept the repo rate at 5.25% for a second meeting, citing global uncertainties, a weaker rupee, and inflation near target; GDP growth outlook trimmed to 6.6% and borrower EMIs stay steady.
3 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
RBI expected to hold repo rate at 5.25% as West Asia tensions rise
The RBI’s MPC meeting (June 3‑5) is expected to leave the repo rate at 5.25% amid West Asia tensions, higher energy costs and supply‑chain strains, with possible revisions to inflation and GDP forecasts.
3 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India's RBI likely to keep repo rate steady in June as SBI forecasts 6.6% GDP growth for FY27
SBI predicts the RBI will keep June repo rates unchanged, forecasts 6.6% GDP growth for FY27, CPI above 5%, and highlights rupee weakness and oil‑price risks.
3 months ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
RBI reports 20.6% balance‑sheet expansion and sharp rise in industrial loans
RBI’s FY2025‑26 balance sheet jumped 20.6% to 91.97 lakh crore rupees, while industrial loans rose 15.1% YoY in April 2026, with broad credit growth across sectors.
3 months ago

[POLITICS] 2 sources
India expands food safety inspections and PDS reforms to secure dairy and grain supplies
India conducts dairy safety checks in Greater Noida and approves a ₹25,530 crore PDS reform to modernise grain distribution for over 800 million people.
3 months ago

[POLITICS] 7 sources
India extends SARTHAK PDS scheme with Rs 25,530 cr for five years
India's cabinet approved a five‑year extension of the SARTHAK PDS scheme, allocating Rs 25,530 cr to modernise the public distribution system for 81 crore people using AI, blockchain and QR‑coded grain bags, to
3 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India's Fertiliser Subsidy Projected to Exceed Rs 3 trillion as Reform Calls Grow
India's fertiliser subsidy may exceed Rs 3 trillion, prompting calls to shift the scheme to direct farmer payouts to cut waste and save up to ₹1 lakh crore.
3 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India's RBI record dividend transfer shapes market outlook amid Middle East tensions
India's RBI transfers a record Rs 2.87 lakh crore dividend to the government, bolstering fiscal support, while traders watch US‑Iran talks and rising crude prices as the Sensex and Nifty post modest gains.
3 months ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
Reserve Bank of India transfers record Rs 2.87 lakh crore dividend to government for FY26
The RBI announced a record Rs 2.87 lakh crore dividend to the Indian government for FY26, boosting fiscal space as its balance sheet grew 20.6 % to Rs 91.97 lakh crore.
3 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India set to receive record RBI dividend of about ₹3 trillion amid Middle East crisis
India may receive a record RBI dividend of about ₹3.16 lakh crore in FY27, easing fiscal pressure from the Middle East crisis.
3 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India's Nalco alumina exports slump amid West Asia crisis
Nalco says West Asia tensions cut 40‑50% of its alumina exports, pushing prices to $305‑310/t and profit down 16.6%.
4 months ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
India's fertilizer subsidy bill to exceed Rs 1.71 lakh crore amid West Asia crisis
India's 2026‑27 fertilizer subsidy bill is set to surpass the Rs 1.71 lakh crore budget as West Asia tensions raise import costs.

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