
India's priority sector lending has aided financial inclusion for decades. However, a recent report suggests that simply increasing directed credit might not lead to higher economic growth. The analysis indicates that while these policies have helped reduce p…
EAC-PM highlights that priority sector lending fosters inclusion but warns it doesn't guarantee economic growth, urging targeted interventions instead.

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First, on the rupee, one of the most effective ways to stabilise the currency is to improve the flow of foreign exchange into the country. While India has made significant progress on the export side, there is still substantial work required in attracting lar…
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2026-27 in Parliament on February 1, 2026 with a focus on driving economic growth and making India a developed country by 2047, under the Viksit Bharat vision.

AI is currently the main driver of global markets, overshadowing other economic factors like oil prices. This technological boom is leading to significant ...

India has revised its methodology for measuring economic growth after a decade. Better calculations matter, but the real test lies in how policymakers interpret them, and turn them into decisions that shape everyday life.

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India's top five states contribute nearly half of GDP, highlighting significant economic disparities and growth potential across the country.

Amid West Asia crisis, two of India’s leading economic research and rating firms have projected the growth rate for fiscal year 2026-27 between 6.2 and 6.7 per cent.
India’s economic transformation since 2014 has become the foundation of its growing strategic partnership with the United States, Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra said at a US-India Friendship Council event. Highlighting deepening bilateral cooperation, he note…

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Morgan Stanley sees India's economy entering a new growth phase. Strong domestic demand and policy support are expected to boost corporate earnings. Indian equities are set for a strong year. Investments in key sectors will strengthen growth momentum. India's…
As Himanta Biswa Sarma embarks on his second term as Chief Minister of Assam, the FICCI Northeast Advisory Council extends its heartfelt congratulations. Under his leadership, the state has witnessed remarkable economic expansion and infrastructure advancemen…

LONDON, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The global motorcycle market is growing strongly, expected to be valued at around US$ 150.8 billion in 2026 and projected to reach US$ 250.2 billion by 2033, with a CAGR of 7.5% in the coming years. This expansion is drive…
By the year 2046-47, it's anticipated that India's average per capita income could soar into high-income territory, contingent upon the continuity of growth witnessed over the last 20 years. The lesser-developed states are poised to be instrumental in this jo…
Ennismore, a global lifestyle hospitality company, has launched its first hotel in India. The Roswyn property in Mumbai offers 109 suites. This marks a significant entry into a market experiencing rapid growth. Experts believe India is at an economic inflecti…
Delray Beach, FL, May 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In terms of value, The Copper Wire & Cable Market is projected to reach USD 324.7 billion by 2032, up from USD 182.0 billion in 2025, at a CAGR of 8.6% over the same period as per the recent study by Marketsa…

The outlook on India’s economic growth and banks’ credit growth is clouded due to the West Asia war, which began at the end of February.

Their economic growth models have largely been successful, given their relative prosperity. But these need reinvention to keep the momentum going. Tamil Nadu needs business dispersal while Kerala must generate internal demand to reduce reliance on remittances.
Rating agency ICRA on Thursday said power demand will rise by 5.0-5.5 per cent in 2026-27 as against a tepid one per cent growth in 2025-26, supported by continued momentum in industrial and commercial activity.

Pranjul Bhandari, Chief India & ASEAN Economist at HSBC, observed that despite energy shocks usually raising prices and lowering growth, the government is currently prioritising growth, with the central bank handling inflation

Services exports jump to $421.32 billion in 2025-26, compared to $387.55 billion in 2024-25, a growth of 8.71%

Cabinet clears ₹23,437 crore railway projects to expand network, boost connectivity, ease congestion and improve freight efficiency across six states.
Odisha has made rapid strides in growth and fiscal health, but lagged in social development. Bengal fares better in human development, but needs to reignite growth and industry

West Bengal has witnessed a decline in economic and governance standards despite strong electoral mandates. The state must transition to an investment-led growth model, restore fiscal health, and regain investor confidence to achieve sustained renewal.