Page 6 - Latest Updates on Economic Survey
India on a strong plank to show sustained growth in uncertain times
On the whole, the Survey paints a positive picture for the economy as well as outlook, though cautions more on the external environment
 "India on a strong plank to show sustained growth in uncertain times")
21% of surveyed banks, institutions implementing/developing AI: Eco Survey
There is a convergence in priorities among central banks as they adopt AI, which includes using AI to enhance decision-making, improve operational efficiency, and manage risks effectively, survey said
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Economic Survey pegs India's real GDP growth at 6.8-7.2 per cent in FY27
India's economy is expected to grow 6.8-7.2% in 2026-27; exports, domestic demand and reforms support growth, while global trade tensions pose some risks
 "Economic Survey pegs India's real GDP growth at 6.8-7.2 per cent in FY27")
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to table Economic Survey in LS today
In addition, a statement reviewing the working of the Airports Economic Regulatory Authority of India, New Delhi, for the year 2024-25 will be presented before the House
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Inequality biggest economic concern for youth globally: WEF survey
More than 57 per cent cited financial concerns among their biggest sources of stress or anxiety
 "Inequality biggest economic concern for youth globally: WEF survey")
Welcoming the dragon: India can gain from easing restraints on Chinese FDI
The NITI Aayog's proposal for Chinese companies to acquire stakes of up to 24 per cent would also balance investor interests with misgivings in Indian policy
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Economics: The new frontier in India's leading technical institutes
India's premier tech institutes are witnessing a quiet revolution as economics, once sidelined, emerges as a key discipline with broad applications and industry demand
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US reciprocal tariffs: India's FY26 economic growth seen closer to 6.3%
"We still expect growth to be in the range of 6.3-6.8 per cent as projected earlier, though it may be closer to the lower end of the band," a government official said
 "US reciprocal tariffs: India's FY26 economic growth seen closer to 6.3%")
Release interim data on 7th Economic Census, House panel tells MoSPI
Data collection for the 7th Economic Census began in 2019 and took two years to complete owing to Covid
 "Release interim data on 7th Economic Census, House panel tells MoSPI")
Tamil Nadu's Economic Survey: State eyes over 8% growth amid challenges
Tamil Nadu is projected to grow over 8% in 2024-25, driven by policy reforms, infrastructure development, and economic diversification
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Assam's annual borrowings increase by 78% over 3 years: Economic Survey
The report, tabled in the state assembly on Monday, said the borrowing of the state government was Rs 16,634.53 crore in 2019-20. It increased to Rs 30,510.80 crore in 2022-23
 "Assam's annual borrowings increase by 78% over 3 years: Economic Survey")
Maharastra's economy to clock 7.3% growth in 2024-25: Economic Survey
In the financial year 2024-25, agriculture and allied activities, industry and services sectors are expected to grow at 8.7 per cent, 4.9 per cent and 7.8 per cent, respectively
 "Maharastra's economy to clock 7.3% growth in 2024-25: Economic Survey")
Cruise operators hoist anchor for growth, set sail for bigger fleet
Cruise companies like Antara Cruises and Cordelia Cruises told Business Standard that they plan to invest in expanding their fleet size and raise funds
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Odisha's economy estimated to grow by 7.2% in FY25: State survey
The report, which was laid before the state assembly on Saturday evening, stated that the size of Odisha's economy proxied by GSDP at current prices is estimated to be at Rs 9.5 trillion in 2024-25
 "Odisha's economy estimated to grow by 7.2% in FY25: State survey")
Legalising land leasing across states continues to face multiple hurdles
While the Economic Survey last month hailed a Kerala model of land leasing, there exist multiple blocks to a comprehensive policy, in part due to differing state laws
 "Legalising land leasing across states continues to face multiple hurdles")
Time for light-touch but useful rule for fair consumer-facing services
Rules for consumer-facing services, such as cab aggregators, need to be reviewed to ensure both drivers and passengers are treated fairly
 "Time for light-touch but useful rule for fair consumer-facing services")
48% startups have at least one woman director: Economic Survey 2025
However, on the flip side, the reins of entrepreneurial ownership remain dominantly male-held
 "48% startups have at least one woman director: Economic Survey 2025")
Budget 2025 LIVE: FM bets on tax cuts to spur growth; Oppn calls it 'election package for Bihar'
Union budget 2025-26 Live Updates: Modi govt has made some big announcements including changes in the new tax regime with taxpayers not having to pay any income tax on earnings up to Rs 12 lpa
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Budget updates: Diya Kumari terms Union Budget as 'game changer,' Gehlot criticises lack of relief
New tax regime updates: Under the new system, taxpayers will not have to pay any income tax on earnings up to Rs 12 lakh per annum
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India Inc to boost capex as Budget drives infra, manufacturing, mining
The Economic Survey released on Friday emphasised that the private sector must take the lead in driving economic growth
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