BUSINESS
Inflation unlikely to be a concern, says Economic Survey
Inflation to average 2 percent this fiscal, may not exceed 4 percent in coming fiscal as well, says survey citing IMF
BUSINESS
Economic Survey 2026 pegs FY27 growth at 6.8-7.2 percent
The first advance estimate for FY26 predicted economy to grow 7.4 percent in the FY26
BUSINESS
It’s not just tipplers: EU trade deal could make pet food cheaper for Indian households
Premium European brands such as Farmina and Royal Canin are likely to become more affordable if duties are reduced
BUSINESS
Industrial output growth jumps to 26-month high of 7.8% in December
Manufacturing output—the largest component of the index—expanded 8.1 percent in December, compared with 8.5 percent in November,
BUSINESS
India-EU trade pact to widen food, beverage choices for consumers
Wine imports, which currently attract duties as high as 150%, will see tariffs cut to 20% for premium wines and 30% for mid-range products. The EU accounts for more than half of India’s wine imports
BUSINESS
Japan, UK and US to face stiffer competition in over $11 bn of India trade as EU deal kicks in
Preferential access for EU exporters could reshape market share in high-value segments such as machinery, metals and medical devices
BUSINESS
Global headwinds replace inflation as top worry for economists ahead of FY27 Budget: MC Poll
US tariffs, weak external demand and geopolitical risks dominate pre-Budget concerns
BUSINESS
Economists see fiscal consolidation on track as deficit expected at 4.2%, debt at 55.2% in FY27: MC Poll
Pre-Budget survey of 20 economists shows confidence in debt stabilisation even as borrowing remains elevated
BUSINESS
Economists expect FY27 Budget to stay large, capex push to stabilise: MC Poll
Capital expenditure seen holding near 3% of GDP even as total Budget size crosses Rs 53 lakh crore
BUSINESS
India to revamp quarterly GDP with GST, e-Vahan and energy data
Shift to high-frequency administrative datasets aims to smooth growth estimates and cut sharp revisions under new FY23 base
INDIA
Delhi’s periphery, not the capital, see worst pollution spike in early 2026
Across the outer ring of the National Capital Region (NCR), pollution levels have surged far more sharply than in the national capital itself.
BUSINESS
Business activity picks up, rises to 59.5 in January
January marks the fifth consecutive month of slowdown in PMI activity, and is the lowest pace of expansion in 26 months
BUSINESS
EU-Mercosur fallout could open $5 billion export window for India
Shifting European sourcing and tighter standards on South American suppliers may boost India’s edge ahead of its own EU trade deal
BUSINESS
EU trade deal can soften blow for 84% of India’s exports hit by US tariffs
Of the roughly $47 billion Indian exports facing 50 percent or more in US tariffs, nearly $40 billion, can be absorbed by the 27-nation bloc
BUSINESS
Assam and Odisha quietly outpace West Bengal on growth and incomes
Smaller eastern states are narrowing the gap with the region’s largest economy through faster expansion and industrial momentum
BUSINESS
Core sector growth rises to four month high of 3.7% in December
Steel and cement remained the standout performers in December, reflecting continued momentum in construction and infrastructure activity
INDIA
Nitin Nabin takes over BJP with record-high electoral bar set by JP Nadda
The new president inherits an organisation at its peak after the BJP’s most successful phase in four decades
BUSINESS
UK, Germany likely to be worst hit from US’ Greenland tariffs; Nordic countries have reduced exposure
Heavy reliance on US market leaves Britain and Germany vulnerable, while Nordic exporters have diversified over the past two decades
BUSINESS
IMF revises India growth outlook upwards; pegs FY26 at 7.3%, FY27 at 6.4%
Stronger-than-expected momentum prompts upgrades even as growth is seen moderating beyond next year
BUSINESS
India may resurvey urban slums after 15 years in 2027
Fresh nationwide exercise planned for 2027 to reassess scale, living conditions and population in informal settlements
BUSINESS
BMC budget swells, but health, education and drainage lose ground under capex push
New BJP-led alliance inherits a civic balance sheet tilted sharply towards infrastructure.
BUSINESS
India holds ground in US market as electronics and consumer goods blunt tariff impact
Nearly 60% of Indian exports gain volume and market share despite higher American duties
BUSINESS
Unemployment ticks up to 4.8% in December as urban joblessness rises
Higher labour participation offsets gains in employment; rural job market steady while cities see pressure
BUSINESS
Pakistan, Bangladesh, Brazil to feel the heat of Trump’s visa crackdown
Restricted countries accounted for over 43% of US immigrant visas issued in early 2025, data shows
