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Who is poor in today’s India? What an updated Rangarajan poverty line looks like

September 30, 2025 05:29 IST

In a recent study, economists from the RBI updated the Rangarajan poverty line for 20 major states. The result showed Odisha and Bihar have made the biggest improvement over the last decade or so, albeit over a low base

RBI governor Sanjay Malhotra during the monetary policy announcement at the RBI headquarters.

Repo rate: What could push RBI MPC to hold or cut?Subscriber Only

September 29, 2025 12:40 IST

Most economists expect that the MPC would continue to maintain the status quo in the upcoming monetary policy, to be announced on October 1. What happens to lending rates?

How new CAFE pollution check rules will benefit small cars, introduces emissions ‘pooling’Subscriber Only

September 29, 2025 06:54 IST

The proposed rules introduce some new concepts, such as allowing multiple carmakers to ‘pool’ their emissions to meet targets, and by offering emissions discounts to carmakers that also sell electric vehicles.

BPSL, acquired by JSW in 2021, has consistently contributed to the company’s revenue and profits.

JSW’s takeover of Bhushan Power: Supreme Court’s reversal of its May decision, how it impacts ongoing IBC resolution plansSubscriber Only

September 27, 2025 07:33 IST

On Friday, the Supreme Court said that JSW had successfully revived Bhushan Power and Steel by investing heavily in modernisation and protecting thousands of jobs, ensuring the company remained a going concern.

Exchange rates are essentially dependent on relative demand for the currencies.

GDP (Graphs, Data, Perspectives): On the weakness of the RupeeSubscriber Only

September 26, 2025 16:13 IST

While a weaker currency makes imports from the rest of the world costlier, it has a silver lining, too. What do data tell us about the rupee's position in recent months, and what would it take for things to turn around?

Trump’s ‘plan B’ for possible US Supreme Court setback on tariff powers, and what it could mean for IndiaSubscriber Only

September 25, 2025 14:29 IST

While tariffs under Section 232 would be far less sweeping than the reciprocal tariffs that Trump managed under IEEPA, the former provides much stronger legal cover. India has much to be concerned about. We explain.

Macron (left) and Zucman (right) - 2 per cent billionaire tax

What is the contentious 2 per cent ‘Zucman Tax’, which targets France’s billionaires?Subscriber Only

September 23, 2025 15:09 IST

Zucman has long proposed a 2% wealth tax targeted at the richest group, and maintained that billionaires should be taxed a minimum of 2% of their net worth, not just their annual income.

Small cars and SUVs are receiving the highest amount of traction among car buyers due to significant price reduction.

Why carmakers saw record footfalls and activity on day 1 of GST 2.0Subscriber Only

September 23, 2025 12:28 IST

Leading up to September 22, showrooms had cut a deserted look due to several reasons. Even with the benefits of the new GST rates on Monday, the Indian automobile sector has witnessed flagging sales in recent years.

India US trade deal: The much-delayed negotiations seem headed into the final leg. What lies ahead?Subscriber Only

September 24, 2025 07:04 IST

India US trade negotiations update: Trade negotiations had stalled after US President Donald Trump, on August 7, stepped up pressure on India and then doubled tariffs on India to 50 per cent citing India's purchase of Russian crude.

Gold’s record-breaking rally: what is keeping it going?Subscriber Only

September 23, 2025 08:33 IST

Several factors, including central bank purchases, strong investment demand and US President Donald Trump's upending of Western security policy have driven the rally in gold prices

Termed as GST Bachat Utsav by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday, the rate rationalisation is meant to leave more disposable income in the hands of people

As GST 2.0 kicks in, what changes for consumers and industry?Subscriber Only

September 23, 2025 22:27 IST

GST Bachat Utsav, New GST Rates 2025: The rate rationalisation is meant to leave more disposable income in the hands of people, which is seen spurring household consumption and which in turn could incentivise investments

Adani Power hits 20% upper circuit post stock split: What it means, how shareholders benefitSubscriber Only

September 23, 2025 12:18 IST

Adani Power stock news, Adani Power upper circuit: Adani Power Ltd shares surged on Monday as the company’s stock resumed trading following a 1:5 stock split. Here's what this means, and the implications for shareholders.

FPIs may trade in gold, silver: SEBI’s proposal, potential market impactSubscriber Only

September 22, 2025 06:33 IST

The current regulations permit foreign investors to trade in natural gas, crude oil and index futures and index options. Why are rules likely to change, and what could be the impact?

PM Modi addresses the nation ahead of the rollout of new GST rates.

PM Modi says ‘GST savings festival’ begins: with lower prices, how household budgets are set for boostSubscriber Only

September 22, 2025 10:23 IST

GST Savings Festival, New GST Rates 2025: In an address to the nation on Sunday evening, PM Modi said that from the middle class to the youth, many sections of Indians will benefit from ‘next generation’ GST reforms.

Centre looks to simplify Quality Control Order framework: What are QCOs, criticismsSubscriber Only

September 21, 2025 14:54 IST

Quality Control Orders, or QCOs, are legal directives which mandate certain standards in specific products

These stranded dividends originate from billions of dollars invested by Indian public sector oil companies over the years to acquire stakes in Russian producing oil and gas projects.

No way out of Moscow: Why Indian oil companies’ $1.4 billion worth of dividends are stuck in RussiaSubscriber Only

September 24, 2025 06:33 IST

The Indian government and the companies have been attempting to find a resolution, but success has so far eluded them.

Jerome Powell, Chair of the Federal Reserve, speaks at a press conference at the Federal Reserve, in Washington, July 30, 2025.

ExplainSpeaking: Understanding US Fed’s dual mandate dilemma through 6 quotes from Jerome PowellSubscriber Only

September 19, 2025 18:39 IST

Political pressures aside, the US Fed faces a difficult predicament with inflation and unemployment rising at the same time. Put simply, it cannot address one problem without making the other worse.

Adani gets SEBI clean chit, but some Hindenburg allegations remain unansweredSubscriber Only

September 20, 2025 07:11 IST

Adani-Hindenburg Case: In 2023, Hindenburg Research, a US-based financial research firm and short seller, accused the Adani Group of pulling off “the largest corporate fraud in history”. While SEBI has cleared Adani, questions remain. Here's what the silence in SEBI’s Hindenburg orders says

Why low inflation is a problem for government’s finances, Budget targetsSubscriber Only

September 22, 2025 07:29 IST

Inflation has fallen sharply in recent months and is expected to stay subdued. But while this is a plus for consumers, it’s an issue for the government. Here's why.

Bima Sugam portal launched: Single digital marketplace for all kinds of insuranceSubscriber Only

September 18, 2025 11:59 IST

The idea is simple but ambitious: all insurance needs—life, health, and general insurance, including motor, travel, property, and agricultural policies—can be accessed on one platform.

Outside the Bank of England and the Royal Exchange building in London; stablecoins

Bank of England places stablecoin transaction limits: What are stablecoins, their risks?Subscriber Only

September 15, 2025 19:22 IST

What are stablecoins, and how are they different from other cryptocurrencies? What risks have regulators flagged regarding stablecoins?

India US corn trade: Why does India not import corn from the US?Subscriber Only

September 16, 2025 05:33 IST

Corn import tariffs India: For now, it is unlikely that India will relent to the US demand to cut tariffs or allow imports of GM corn. That likelihood is even less ahead of assembly elections in Bihar: the state is India's third-largest maize producer

Why tractor sales are on fast track, what this says about India’s agri sectorSubscriber Only

September 15, 2025 12:14 IST

Tractor sales are buoyant this year and poised to cross the one-million mark for the first time, on the back of a good monsoon. GST rate cut should further help, though there are transition problems

Why foreign investors are not bullish on IndiaSubscriber Only

September 8, 2025 12:06 IST

India may be the world’s fastest-growing economy. Yet, it is not attracting commensurate foreign capital inflows, which are actually at a decade-and-a-half low.

How the US jobs report signals impending economic distress, explained in 5 pointsSubscriber Only

September 7, 2025 12:21 IST

The BLS report indicates that jobs growth in America has hit a slowdown, with employers creating only 22,000 positions in August. The unemployment rate in August reached 4.3%, the highest since 2021.

The decision to send the MoS was taken after Modi received a last-minute invitation Saturday from US President Donald Trump and Egypt President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi to attend the summit in Egypt's Sharm-el Sheikh.

India sending MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh to Egypt for Gaza peace summit

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India is likely to send External Affairs Minister of State Kirti Vardhan Singh as the special envoy of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the “Gaza peace summit” in Egypt’s Sharm-el Sheikh Monday, The Indian Express has learnt.

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