India’s Retail Inflation Hits 8-Year Low at 1.54% in September, Dips Below RBI’s Target Range
India’s retail inflation cooled sharply in September 2025 to 1.54%, marking its lowest level in over eight years and falling below the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) 2–6% target range. The drop was largely driven by a continued decline in food prices, particularly vegetables, which have been on a downward trend since April. According to […]
Silver ETFs Rally to Record Highs: Should Investors Join the Frenzy?
Silver has stolen the spotlight once again. The white metal recently crossed the $50-an-ounce mark for the first time on October 9, briefly touching $51.30 before retreating slightly. In India, silver prices hit an all-time high of ₹1.63 lakh per kg, marking a staggering 72% rise since January 2025.This massive surge has drawn retail investors […]
Economic Practices Must Be Fair: Jaishankar at BRICS Meet Amid Trump’s Tariffs
At the 2025 BRICS Summit, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, representing Prime Minister Narendra Modi, called for fair and transparent global economic practices at a time when India faces steep new tariffs from the United States. Speaking at the virtual summit, Jaishankar emphasised that BRICS must strengthen cooperation to build resilient and reliable supply chains. […]
GST 2.0: Double Dose for Growth, Next-Gen Reforms Will Continue, Says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday hailed the GST 2.0 reforms as a “double dose” of growth and savings for the people, promising that the momentum of next-generation reforms will not stop as India moves toward becoming self-reliant. Speaking at an interaction with National Award-winning teachers, PM Modi said the new simplified two-tier GST system […]
‘No Need To Panic, Negotiations Underway’: Piyush Goyal On Trump’s 50% Tariffs
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has sought to reassure businesses that India is engaged in active negotiations with the United States following President Donald Trump’s decision to impose a steep 50% tariff on Indian exports. Goyal emphasised that while the new duties are significant, there is “no need to panic” and expressed confidence […]
GST Council Approves New Two-Tier Tax Structure, Effective September 22
In a landmark decision aimed at boosting domestic demand amid global trade headwinds, the GST Council on Wednesday approved a new two-tier tax structure of 5% and 18%, with an additional 40% levy for demerit goods to be finalised later. The changes will come into effect from September 22. The decision was taken at the […]
UPI Hits Historic 20 Billion Transactions in August, Transactions Worth ₹24.85 Lakh Crore
In a major milestone for India’s digital economy, the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) recorded over 20 billion transactions in August 2025, its highest-ever monthly volume since launch, according to data released by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI). The surge marks a 34% year-on-year growth in transaction count and reflects the deepening role of […]
Indian Aviation Industry Losses May Widen to ₹9,500–10,500 Crore in FY26: ICRA
The Indian aviation industry is expected to post higher losses of ₹9,500–10,500 crore in FY26, compared to an estimated ₹5,500 crore in FY25, according to a report by ratings agency ICRA. The widening losses are being attributed to geopolitical tensions, trade headwinds, and slower passenger growth. Despite the setback, ICRA noted that losses remain much […]
India Sees Limited Impact of US Tariffs, Bets on Reforms and Diversification
The imposition of a steep 50% tariff by the United States on Indian goods has triggered concern among exporters. But senior government sources insist the overall impact on India’s economy will be limited — and that this is a moment to accelerate reforms, not panic. Limited Economic Exposure India’s merchandise exports to the US stand […]
Indian Ports Bill, 2025: India Sheds Colonial Legacy to Unlock Maritime Future
India has taken another decisive step in modernizing its economy. On Monday (August 18, 2025), the Rajya Sabha passed the Indian Ports Bill, 2025, replacing the colonial-era Indian Ports Act of 1908, a law that had been in place for more than a century. The new law marks the end of an outdated framework designed […]