Indian economy capable of handling global shocks: RBI Governor

Indian economy capable of handling global shocks: RBI Governor

Kochi: Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das has said that the Indian economy is strong enough to handle any adverse fallout from global events. “Today, the growth of the Indian economy presents a picture of stability and strength,” Das said while addressing an event at the launch of the Kochi International Foundation here. … Read more

US Election: What Does It Mean for Indian Economy? Donald Trump Vs Kamala Harris Policies Explained

US Election: What Does It Mean for Indian Economy? Donald Trump Vs Kamala Harris Policies Explained

Last Updated:November 03, 2024, 17:14 IST The new US president may have a significant implication for the global economy, including the Indian economy, given the wide policy difference between Democrat candidate Kamala Harris and republican candidate Donald Trump. Opinion polls continue to show a tied race between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. (AP) Even as … Read more

Wholesale price rise at 4-month low of 1.3% in August

Wholesale price rise at 4-month low of 1.3% in August

Pulses put on display for sale at wholesale grocery market in New Delhi. File photo | Photo Credit: The Hindu Inflation in India’s wholesale prices slid to a four-month low of 1.31% in August from 2.04% in July, aided by a slight moderation in the pace of price rise in food items and manufactured goods, … Read more

Domestic demand, easing costs propped up Services in August: PMI

Domestic demand, easing costs propped up Services in August: PMI

Image used for representation purpose only. Business activity in India’s services sector accelerated at a five-month high pace in August, aided by productivity gains, a pullback in cost pressures which eased to a four-year low, and higher domestic demand. However, optimism among services firms about next year’s prospects slumped to a 13-month low, while it … Read more

World Bank ups India growth forecast to 7% for FY25

World Bank ups India growth forecast to 7% for FY25

World Bank had in June projected India to grow at 6.6% for FY24. File | Photo Credit: Reuters The World Bank on Tuesday (September 3, 2024) raised the growth forecast for the Indian economy to 7% for the current fiscal year on the back of recovery in agri sector and rural demand. World Bank had … Read more

India’s Q1 GDP Grows 6.7%, Check Details

India’s Q1 GDP Grows 6.7%, Check Details

India’s Q1 FY25 GDP data has been released. India’s Q1 GDP Growth 2024-25: Get the latest updates on India’s economic performance in the April-June quarter. Track the trends, expert analysis, and implications for FY25. India’s Q1 GDP Data Out: India’s gross domestic product (GDP) grew 6.7 per cent y-o-y during the April-June 2024 quarter (Q1 … Read more

India Inc must play its part in scripting Viksit Bharat story, says PM Modi

India Inc must play its part in scripting Viksit Bharat story, says PM Modi

New Delhi: The government does not lack political will and all its policies will guided by a “nation-first approach,” Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Tuesday, exhorting India Inc to seize the “golden chance” to play its role in achieving the goal of Viksit Bharat by 2047, the 100th anniversary of independence.The country is well on … Read more

Indian economy: India & China to drive new wealth creation globally, Asia to contribute 30% of new wealth: Report

Indian economy: India & China to drive new wealth creation globally, Asia to contribute 30% of new wealth: Report

India is well positioned to be a driver of greater wealth, says a global wealth report by Boston Consulting Group (BCG). In 2023, India has generated roughly USD 590 billion in new financial wealth, marking its largest increase in the history. India will add about USD 730 billion annually to the overall growth of the … Read more

New private investment plans slumped to 20-year low in Q1

New private investment plans slumped to 20-year low in Q1

Image used for representational purpose. | Photo Credit: Getty Images In an exceptionally slow start to private capex in this financial year, new investment plans in the country slumped to a 20-year low in the April to June quarter, with just ₹44,300 crore of fresh outlays announced by corporates. The first quarter of 2023-24 had … Read more

Indian firms fast adopting Digital Twin tech to boost transformation: Report

Indian firms fast adopting Digital Twin tech to boost transformation: Report

New Delhi: As the government doubles down on the ‘Digital Twin’ technology adoption, 90 per cent of the enterprises in the country are aware of digital or virtual twins that could play a crucial role in accelerating their growth journey, a report showed on Monday. According to the report by Dassault Systemes and Nasscom, 45 … Read more