Economic Growth

Manufacturing muscle lifts Q2 GDP growth to 6-quarter high of 8.2%

FY26 estimates to be revised upwards after faster-than-expected expansion

India's economic growth, social inclusion can advance together: UNDP chief

India has demonstrated that economic growth and social inclusion can advance together and it is helping translate its success stories into global lessons for a more equitable world, a top official of the UN Development Programme (UNDP) has said. The India growth story is not only about economic progress, but it is also about using technology and participatory governance to ensure that development objectives are achieved and no one is left behind, UNDP's Acting Administrator Haoliang Xu said. In an interview to PTI, Xu said India's commitment to climate adaptation, renewable energy and inclusive digital finance offers a blueprint for balancing growth with sustainability. India continues to shape "development pathways" that are both economically sound and climate-responsible, he said. The UN Under-Secretary-General and UNDP Acting Administrator was in India on a three-day visit to strengthen and identify new areas of cooperation, including in areas of digital transformation and clima

Nepal PM Karki says govt to work with pvt sector for economic upliftment

Nepalese Prime Minister Sushila Karki on Saturday said that a prosperous, peaceful and civilised country can be built only through collaboration and cooperation with the private sector, adding that good governance is the pre-requisite of any country to achieve economic growth and social justice. The entire country is gearing up for the upcoming general elections scheduled for March 5, 2026, she said while addressing the National Economic Dialogue version two organised by the Federation of Nepalese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) in Kathmandu. PM Karki said that the country will move forward on the path of a sustainable democratic system through the election. Finance Minister Rameshwor Khanal assured that the government will bring a package to uplift the private sector, which was affected by the Gen Z movement. The private sector industries and businesses have suffered a loss of around NPR 88 billion due to the violent agitation. Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal said that the

UK faces tough economic choices as policymakers confront debt, inflation

The central bank held interest rates steady on Thursday, a decision that came at a time when British policymakers and lawmakers are confronting economic challenges

Pvt investment, states key to achieving Viksit Bharat goal: EAC-PM chairman

S Mahendra Dev says sustaining growth towards Viksit Bharat 2047 hinges on private investment, cooperative federalism, and inclusive, sustainable development

India's Labour Codes: Transformative step towards inclusive economic growth

If we implement with speed, transparency and collaboration, the Codes can anchor India's next growth chapter

Navigating 'we are like that only' India: Complex, curious, and delightful

Our new infrastructure is a definite physical upgrade over the old, but it seems to come with its own challenges

Growth outlook strong, trade diversifies amid US tariff tensions: Centre

India's trade performance for September 2025 showed early signs of diversification in export destinations, even as trade deal negotiations with the United States continue

Viksit Bharat through 'useful knowledge': Building a culture that values it

Can India learn from the framework of economic progress as described by Mr Mokyr? India's policymakers have no shortage of economic blueprints

Where growth comes from: Nobelists stress pragmatism and progress culture

That should be a core question for the discipline of economics, but surprisingly few Nobel Prizes have been awarded to those who ask it

India must fire on all cylinders to reach Viksit Bharat goal: IMF

Krishna Srinivasan urges structural reforms, trade liberalisation, and deeper global integration

IMF raises India's FY26 GDP growth forecast by 20 basis points to 6.6%

India, the World Bank said, is expected to remain the world's fastest-growing major economy, underpinned by continued strength in consumption growth

Uncertainty continues: IMF highlights risks beyond trade, investment

It is worth noting that tariffs are not the only uncertainty. Policy changes related to immigration, for instance, will also affect growth in both advanced and low-income countries

Mapping the themes: How Economics Nobel Prize moves with the times

Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion, Peter Howitt win 2025 Nobel Prize in Economics

State-level race in per capita income: Tracking shifts in NSDP rankings

Every state in the East, comprising Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, and West Bengal, lost its ranking. West Bengal mirrored Punjab in sliding 13 positions

Why 'creative destruction' defines this year's Economics Nobel Prize

They won the prize for explaining the Innovation-driven economic growth, which is a theory that states that a nation's long-term growth depends on its ability to innovate

AI is reshaping the economy: Can India's education system keep pace?

India doesn't just need a workforce trained in AI - it needs a generation ready to think with AI

India's urban crisis demands urgent and coordinated city governance

From clogged drains to toxic air, India's cities face rising threats. Smarter planning and citizen engagement are key to recovery

Countries that maintain more openness will grow more: Anne Krueger

The position of any country, including India, will depend on what they do and how they react to geopolitical uncertainties

Unlocking 8% GDP growth: Why India must embrace global debt capital markets

The real question is no longer whether India can afford to rely on foreign capital, but whether it can afford not to