India’s merchandise exports registered a strong increase in August 2026, rising by more than 26% compared with the same month last year. The sharp rise in exports, combined with a comparatively slower increase in imports, helped narrow the country’s merchandise trade deficit during the month. Merchandise exports climbed to approximately $43.81 billion in August, compared...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has renewed his appeal for Indians to prioritise domestic consumption and support the broader idea of self-reliance, linking individual spending choices with India’s economic strength. In a video message on Tuesday, Modi congratulated the country after India recorded a 7.8% economic growth rate in the first quarter of the financial year...
The Tamil Nadu government has unveiled an ambitious budget that outlines a long-term strategy to transform the state into a $1.5 trillion economy by 2036, placing strong emphasis on artificial intelligence (AI), education, infrastructure, digital governance, and sustainable economic growth. The budget presents a forward-looking development plan aimed at strengthening the state’s economic foundations while...
US President Donald Trump has said that a proposed bipartisan Russia sanctions bill may not be necessary, even as lawmakers continue to push legislation that could allow tariffs of up to 100% on countries purchasing significant quantities of Russian oil and natural gas. The proposal has attracted global attention because it could affect major Russian...
Indian benchmark equity indices witnessed a weak start to trading as escalating crude oil prices and cautious global market sentiment prompted investors to reduce exposure to equities. The domestic market came under selling pressure across several key sectors, reflecting growing concerns over inflationary risks, corporate earnings, and the broader economic outlook. The benchmark BSE Sensex...
India is continuing negotiations with the United States for an interim trade agreement aimed at strengthening bilateral economic ties, while making it clear that discussions will be guided by national interests rather than external deadlines. Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal emphasized that India is focused on securing a fair and mutually beneficial arrangement...
The long-awaited Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the United Kingdom is moving closer to implementation, with British authorities describing the pact as one of the most significant trade achievements in recent years. The agreement, which has been under negotiation for an extended period, is expected to strengthen economic ties between the two nations...
India and the United States are moving closer toward concluding a long-awaited bilateral trade agreement, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump expressing a shared desire to expedite negotiations and secure an early outcome. The development reflects the growing strategic and economic significance of the relationship between the world’s largest and fifth-largest...
India has taken a significant step toward cleaner and more sustainable transportation by enabling vehicles to operate entirely on ethanol fuel. The move forms part of the country’s broader strategy to reduce dependence on imported crude oil, strengthen energy security, and promote environmentally friendly alternatives. The development represents a major milestone in India’s transition toward...
Indian benchmark equity indices began the trading session on a weak note as investors reacted to escalating geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran, coupled with a sharp increase in global crude oil prices. The developments heightened concerns about potential disruptions to global energy supplies and their impact on economic growth, prompting cautious trading...