The ongoing conflict in West Asia could have multiple economic implications for India, particularly through higher oil prices, disruptions in energy supply routes, and potential impacts on remittances and trade, according to a new report by SBI Research. The report highlighted that while the
In a post on X Mallikarjun Kharge, wrote, "A hike of ₹60 in domestic LPG cylinders, A profit of ₹115 earned in commercial LPG, First, the benefit of lower international prices was snatched from the public, Now, the public's sweat is being extracted under the burden of inflation, The Modi
Speaking to ANI, Raj remarked, "Till yesterday, there was news that there is no LPG crisis here. Then how did the prices increase?... The prosperity of this country seems difficult now. People have become 'Andhabhakts'."
"'Inflation Man Modi' Delivers a Shock to the Public. The Modi government has directly increased the price of domestic LPG cylinders by 60 rupees. Meanwhile, for commercial LPG cylinders, you will now have to pay 115 rupees more," the INC wrote on X.
The report noted, "If the crisis persists, it could have material implications for the exchange rate and the current account deficit and could stoke inflationary pressures."
A 10 per cent increase in global oil prices is estimated to have a direct impact of approximately 0.7-1 per cent on India's Wholesale Price Index (WPI). According to a report by Bank of Baroda on the Middle East crisis, the overall effect could reach a 1 per cent increase in WPI inflation wh
India's Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation remained subdued across most states in January 2026, under the new CPI series, with the majority reporting inflation below the 3 per cent mark, according to a report by SBI Research.
The new Consumer Price Index (CPI) series with base year 2024 reflects significant structural changes in consumption patterns and inflation measurement, but is unlikely to materially alter the overall inflation outlook, according to a report by SBI Research.
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
The ongoing conflict in West Asia following the U.S.-Israeli attack on Iran and the subsequent retaliatory strikes by Iran across the region could increase economic and market volatility, particularly if the conflict continues for several weeks, according to a report by Morgan Stanley.
Speaking to ANI on the Iran-Israel conflict, retired Air Marshal Kapoor said, "This was building up for the last about six months or so. The Iranian public has come on streets in January asking for regime change because of very high inflation in Iran."
The toll collections remain healthy in FY2025-26, with expectation of 7-9% growth in FY2025-26e. Amid soft Wholesale Price Index (WPI) inflation, the inflation-linked toll rate is likely to increase by around 3.3% for newer projects linked to December WPI and 2.5-3.0% for older projects link