RBI lifts FY27 inflation view to 4.2%

India is moving out of a phase of unusually low inflation, but without slipping into a high-price environment, the Reserve Bank of…

Russia says India “free to buy oil from anyone”

Russia has reaffirmed that India is free to purchase crude oil from any supplier, countering US claims that the India–US trade deal…

Jaishankar meets Rubio, backs new trade deal

India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington, where both sides welcomed the new India-US…

Rupee at ₹90.27 on India‑US trade deal

The Indian rupee surged sharply on Tuesday, climbing ₹1.22 to close at ₹90.27 against the US dollar, its strongest level in three…

India and US reach new trade agreement

India and the United States have taken a significant step toward reshaping bilateral trade, following discussions between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and…

GIFT City tax holiday extended 20 years

In the Union Budget 2026‑27, the Indian government announced a major extension of tax benefits for businesses operating in the Gujarat International…

India halves Bangladesh aid in Union budget

India’s Union Budget 2026–27 has quietly sent a strong diplomatic message to its eastern neighbour. The government has cut financial assistance to…

Union budget aims for growth, defence & health

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on 1 February 2026 presented the Union Budget 2026–27 in Parliament, unveiling a plan that aims to fuel…

US pitches Venezuelan oil to India

The United States has proposed that India consider importing crude oil from Venezuela as New Delhi gradually reduces its dependence on Russian…

India’s growth holds firm, but skill gaps loom

India’s economy continues to show strength, even as the world around it remains uncertain. The Economic Survey 2026, presented ahead of the…