On February 7, 2025, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced a 25-basis point reduction in the repo rate. This decision aims to make borrowing cheaper, which can help boost economic growth. The cut is expected to bring down loan interest rates, benefiting homebuyers and other borrowers. The move comes amid a slowing economy, lower …
The Indian government has allocated a record-high budget of ₹2,703.67 crore for the fisheries sector in 2025-26. This marks a 3.3% increase from last year’s allocation of ₹2,616.44 crore. Out of this, ₹2,465 crore has been set aside for the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), which is a 4.8% rise from the previous year’s …
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, during his recent visit to New Delhi, praised India’s growing role in Artificial Intelligence (AI). He called India a major market for AI and highlighted its potential to become a global leader in the AI revolution. Altman acknowledged that India is OpenAI’s second-largest market and shared that the company had tripled …
In a key move, the Reserve Bank of India Monetary Policy Committee decided to reduce the repo rate by 25 basis points, bringing it down to 6.25% from 6.50%, while maintaining a ‘Neutral’ stance. Following this decision, Indian stock market indices remained range-bound, swinging between gains and losses. The Monetary Policy Committee meeting, chaired by …
The Indian Rupee is expected to register weekly losses, driven by Trump tariff concerns. However, as of 3:15 PM on February 7, 2025, the rupee gained some respite, with the USD/INR pair trading at 87.378, down 0.24% against its previous close. The pair has been on a rising trajectory throughout the week but managed to …
The Union Budget 2025-26 marks a transformative milestone for India’s power sector, with significant reforms aimed at driving growth and ensuring sustainable, resilient energy. Key initiatives focus on strengthening nuclear energy infrastructure, reducing reliance on conventional power sources, and boosting electric vehicle manufacturing. Power Sector Reforms for Sustainable Growth Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal highlighted …
Luxury shopping is no longer confined to India’s major metropolitan cities. With the expansion of e-commerce, high-end brands are witnessing a surge in demand from smaller towns like Botad in Gujarat and Asansol in West Bengal. Consumers in these regions, previously overlooked by luxury retailers, are now actively purchasing premium products, marking a shift in …
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has achieved a historic milestone by settling over 5.08 crore claims in the financial year 2024-25, surpassing the 4.45 crore claims settled in the previous year. The total claim amount processed stands at ₹2,05,932.49 crore, marking a substantial increase from ₹1,82,838.28 crore in FY 2023-24. Union Minister of Labour …
The Union Budget 2025-26, presented by the Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs, Smt Nirmala Sitharaman, outlines several key amendments to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) laws. These changes aim to streamline trade processes, enhance compliance, and introduce new provisions related to taxation and penalties. Here is an overview of the major proposals. …
India, home to over 10.45 crore Scheduled Tribe (ST) individuals—comprising 8.6% of the total population—boasts a rich and diverse tribal heritage. Despite their significant presence, many tribal communities remain in remote and inaccessible regions, facing socio-economic challenges. Recognising this, the government has consistently prioritised their development. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, …
