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India's net FDI inflows rise to $13.8 billion in April-August FY27: RBI

Net FDI inflows increased from $9.6 billion a year ago, supported by higher gross inward investment and a slowdown in outward FDI, according to Reserve Bank of India data

Best of Opinion: Trade-offs should be made visible, not wished away

Today's editorials and columns examine the trade-offs shaping India's economic policies, from China trade and poverty reduction to rupee management and the hidden costs of clean energy

India-New Zealand FTA expected to boost trade diversification strategy

The trade pact, effective Tuesday, offers duty-free access to Indian exports, targeted tariff concessions and a $20 billion investment commitment as both nations aim to double trade by 2030

China's non-tariff walls a major export hurdle: FM Nirmala Sitharaman

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman says China has denied market access to Indian products despite repeated requests, while calling for a review of India's trade pact with Asean.

Datanomics: India's capital productivity has declined in recent years

In its over 75-year journey since national accounts data has been available, the economy has delivered at least an eight per cent growth rate in seven years

India's GDP to grow 7.1-7.3% in FY27, pvt investment to revive: Deloitte

Deloitte India has raised its FY27 growth forecast from 6.5-6.8 per cent, citing sustained private demand and improving investment conditions, while flagging geopolitical risks.

Rupee extends rally for fifth consecutive session as crude, dollar soften

The rupee gained for a fifth straight session to close at 95.06 against the dollar as crude oil prices and US yields eased, while forward premiums surged on FERR-related unwinding

The quality of our data influences the quality of our decisions: P K Mishra

Principal Secretary to the PM P K Mishra calls for credible statistics, granular data, technology adoption and stronger Centre-state coordination to improve policy decisions and outcomes

'FTAs can add $170 billion to India's GDP by 2035, cushion US tariffs'

Bloomberg Economics estimates that India's expanding trade agreements could lift GDP by up to 2.1 per cent by 2035, while stronger exports elsewhere help offset US tariffs

BMI raises FY27 growth forecast for India to 7.5% on industrial growth

BMI expects India's economy to grow 7.5 per cent in FY27, driven by industrial activity, but has lowered its FY28 forecast amid elevated oil prices and inflation risks

India needs to lift the poor, not take down the rich: Daniel Waldenström

Swedish economist Daniel Waldenström argues that education, broader asset ownership and growth-led redistribution are key to tackling inequality

After FCNR(B) highs, forex kitty shrinks by $51 billion in four weeks

Reserves have lost about $51.1 billion from their September 4 peak as the RBI supports the rupee amid higher crude oil prices; foreign currency assets fell $10.7 billion

RBI study fills four-month gap in state inflation data using survey inputs

Researchers used household perceptions, expectations and past data to estimate missing state-wise urban inflation, with refined figures closely tracking the all-India series

A quick guide to GST Council's key decisions on tax and compliance

From easier input tax credit claims to automated registration and a ₹40-crore cap on penalty-only appeals, the proposed changes seek to reduce compliance friction.

Monsoon deficit threatens crop output, adds to food inflation risks

The southwest monsoon was both patchy and deficient. That has hurt key farm regions and raised concerns over food prices

RBI MPC meet: 'Pressure on current account is a temporary problem'

The FCNR(B) deposit flows of $135 billion was made possible by the strong macroeconomic fundamentals of India, says Malhotra

Rate hike to widen banks' margins as EBLR-linked loans reprice faster

Deposit rates may rise with a lag, credit demand seen holding up

GST Council to take up far reaching compliance reforms at Thursday meeting

The GST Council is expected to consider simpler compliance, faster refunds and changes to prosecution and arrest rules, with no major rate changes likely at the meeting

Govt unveils 2026-30 roadmap to measure value of India's natural wealth

Mospi's 2026-2030 strategy prioritises forests, water, minerals and pollination services, aiming to improve environmental accounts and their relevance to policymaking

'The 1991 reforms were brought in reluctantly; there was distrust of biz'

India has an opportunity again with China turning the reform clock back in some ways, says the man who helped launch Pepsi and Reebok in India