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Prolonged curfew exposes civilian hardship in Balochistan's Zehri
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
A curfew imposed in the Zehri area of Balochistan's Khuzdar district entered its fourth consecutive day, severely disrupting daily life, mobility and economic activity in the region. Residents said the continued restrictions have forced markets, transport services and commercial centres to r
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New GDP series recasts India's economy, revises size and sector shares: Fi
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
New GDP Series changes size and structure of Indian economy, with India's latest national accounts revision altering estimates of the economy's size, sectoral composition and expenditure patterns while improving statistical measurement of economic activity according to the Finance Ministry's
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Every $10 per barrel rise in crude oil prices can shave about 0.5% off Ind
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
Every USD 10 per barrel increase in global crude oil prices could reduce India's GDP growth by about 0.5 per cent and add pressure on economic activity, inflation and currency stability, given the country's heavy reliance on imported crude, Vandana Bharti, Research Head - Commodity, SMC Glob
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Global food systems under strain, AI can transform agriculture: Devendra F
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
Speaking at the India AI Summit 2026, Fadnavis said that for countries of the Global South, agriculture is not just an economic activity but a pillar of livelihood, social stability, and national security. He added that India recognises this reality deeply and, under the leadership of Pri
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Disinflation likely to persist in 2026, seven factors may push US Fed towa
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
Disinflation in the United States is expected to continue into 2026, driven by a combination of weak labour market trends, fragile monetary conditions, and slowing economic activity, according to a report by the State Bank of India (SBI).
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Massive road infrastructure push transforms connectivity in J-K; BRO's Bah
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
These initiatives are significantly reducing travel time, improving access to remote areas, and strengthening economic activity, particularly in border districts.
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FM Sitharaman in Budget 2026 proposes interventions in six areas to sustai
Updated : 1 month, 3 weeks ago IST
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, while presenting the Union Budget in Parliament on Sunday, said the government has proposed targeted interventions in six areas to accelerate and sustain economic growth.
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East and South Asia stay resilient despite global uncertainty; India to gr
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
In India, growth is projected to moderate from an estimated 7.4 per cent in 2025 to 6.6 per cent in 2026. Resilient household spending, strong public investment, and lower interest rates are expected to underpin economic activity.
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India's inbound tourism shifts beyond traditional urban hubs on policy, di
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Inbound tourism in India is increasingly moving beyond traditional metropolitan hubs, reflecting a broader shift in travel patterns and regional growth, according to a report by the Mastercard Economics Institute.
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HP Tourism Ambassador Vanshika Parmar lays out youth-led, sustainable and
Updated : 2 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Speaking about her role as Tourism Ambassador, Parmar said that tourism must evolve beyond numbers and revenue to become an ecosystem that supports ecology, livelihoods and cultural identity. "Tourism is not only an economic activity, but it is also an ecosystem of culture, ecology, digni
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"Save Sindh's Existence and Resources" march defies Section 144 in Larkana
Updated : 3 months ago IST
Hundreds marched in Larkana against constitutional amendments, corporate farming and resource exploitation in Sindh despite restrictions. Protesters accused authorities of oppressive governance, while business groups separately warned that a prolonged transport strike is disrupting economic
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Banks, NBFCs to remain key growth drivers as credit grows faster than broa
Updated : 3 months, 1 week ago IST
However, despite the steady growth, India's retail credit penetration remains far below global standards, the report said. Asset quality of the banking sector has dramatically improved in the recent past leading to a sharp drop in credit cost. The credit-to-GDP ratio, after peaking around th
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