Economy News

RBI raises FY27 Q1, Q2 growth forecast on GST reforms, strong domestic demand

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has revised upward its real GDP growth projections for the first two quarters of 2026–27, with growth now expected at 6.9 per cent in Q1 and 7.0 per cent in Q2, RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said on Friday.

Feb 6, 2026

RBI leaves repo rate unchanged, sticks to neutral policy stance

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra noted that while global uncertainties have intensified since the last policy review, recent trade deals signed by the government provide support to India's growth prospects.

Feb 6, 2026

Adani Power's Q3 continuing profit before tax rises 5.3 pc to Rs 2,800 crore

Adani Energy 1st Indian firm to deliver 1 crore electricity smart meters across discoms

As India's leading AMISP (Advanced Metering Infrastructure Service Provider), AESL has a mandate to install 2.5 crore smart meters across five states. At 25,000 per day, its pace of installation is highest in the industry, said the company.

Feb 5, 2026

Gold, silver prices fall: Should you buy now or wait?

Gold slips around 1 pc, silver prices plummet 8 pc

Gold prices slipped around 1 per cent on Thursday after a two-day rally, while silver witnessed a sharp correction of over 8 per cent as prices failed to sustain early gains.

Feb 5, 2026

India–USA trade deal: Geoeconomic realignment decades in the making

The India–USA trade deal signed in February 2026 is not a conventional tariff reduction treaty. It is a tectonic realignment of economic strategy and geopolitical calculus blending market incentives with energy security, alliance signalling, and industrial competitiveness.

Feb 4, 2026

Budget 2026-27 prioritises durable growth over short-term appeasement: Report

The Union Budget 2026–27 focuses on long-term, durable growth rather than short-term market appeasement, emphasising fiscal discipline and execution certainty, according to a PL Wealth report. The outlook remains positive for infrastructure, manufacturing, defence and select export sectors, while near-term market volatility and sectoral rotation may persist.

Feb 4, 2026

India's youth must lead age of artificial intelligence: Gautam Adani

Adani Enterprises logs 90X growth in Q3 net profit, consolidated EBITDA at Rs 11,985 crore in April-Dec

The quarter was marked by key milestones, including the start of operations at the Navi Mumbai International Airport, completion of two HAM road projects, and the inauguration of a new terminal at Guwahati airport. Strong capital market support through a Rs 24,930 crore rights issue and Rs 1,000 crore NCD issuance further strengthened the company's financial position.

Feb 3, 2026

Apple's iPhone exports from India cross $50 billion under PLI scheme

India's smartphone market value grows 8 pc in 2025, Apple logs highest ever share

Apple emerged as the biggest winner, recording its highest-ever value share at 28%, with the iPhone 16 becoming the top-shipped model. Vivo led the market in volume with a 20% share, followed by Samsung, which benefited from strong demand for its Galaxy S series. Motorola was the fastest-growing brand by volume, while CMF topped the sub-brand growth chart.

Feb 2, 2026

RBI likely to refrain from another policy rate cut this week: Economists

Experts said the Union Budget 2026 maintains macroeconomic stability and supports fiscal consolidation, reducing the need for further monetary easing.

Feb 2, 2026

Gold, silver ETFs crash up to 14% as precious metals tumble from record highs: Should you buy?

Gold, silver continue to decline as CME margin requirements hike set to take effect

Analysts said the free fall of gold and silver from their record highs started after the US President Donald Trump selected Kevin Warsh as the next US Fed Chairman. Investors reacted negatively because Warsh is considered more aggressive on interest-rate policy than earlier chairs, they added.

Feb 2, 2026

Budget 2026-27: New income tax act 2025, reduced TCS rates, tax holiday for foreign cloud firms

'Criticism welcome, but bring facts': Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman hits back at Rahul Gandhi, says Budget prioritises MSMEs & rural India

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday rebutted Rahul Gandhi's criticism of the Union Budget, saying it focuses on MSMEs, farmers, women entrepreneurs, and rural workers amid global uncertainty. She said political criticism is welcome but must be backed by facts. Gandhi had termed the Budget blind to issues like unemployment, farmers' distress, and falling manufacturing.

Feb 1, 2026

Budget 2026-27 gives nothing to Karnataka, no high-speed rail for Bengaluru: Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar

Shivakumar also accused the Centre of weakening MGNREGA, ignoring farmers' concerns, and failing to revise sugar prices and MSP, warning that sugar factories in Karnataka are running at losses. He further questioned the Centre's focus on AI-driven initiatives, stressing that farmers' immediate needs and agricultural support should be prioritised over such projects.

Feb 1, 2026

Budget 2026-27 aimed at empowering poor and increasing farmers' income: PM Modi [Watch]

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the Union Budget 2026 will empower the poor, increase farmers' income and strengthen villages while boosting Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India. Addressing a gathering in Jalandhar on Sant Ravidas Jayanti, Modi said the budget focuses on youth and women power. The budget was presented earlier in Parliament by FM Nirmala Sitharaman.

Feb 1, 2026

Budget 2026 prioritises healthcare with higher spending and relief for cancer patients

According to an official statement from the Ministry, the enhanced allocation — including ₹4,821.21 crore for the Department of Health Research (DHR) — reflects a cumulative increase of over 176 per cent compared to FY 2014-15, translating into an additional ₹63,677.89 crore over the last decade.

Feb 1, 2026

Sensex, Nifty open lower over weak global cues, FII selling

Sensex crashes over 2,300 points after Budget; Nifty down over 600 points

The Sensex crashed more than 2,300 points from the day's high, while Nifty slipped over 600 points during intra-day trading as investors turned cautious.

Feb 1, 2026

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Economy News

RBI raises FY27 Q1, Q2 growth forecast on GST reforms, strong domestic demand

RBI leaves repo rate unchanged, sticks to neutral policy stance

Adani Energy 1st Indian firm to deliver 1 crore electricity smart meters across discoms

Gold slips around 1 pc, silver prices plummet 8 pc

India–USA trade deal: Geoeconomic realignment decades in the making

Budget 2026-27 prioritises durable growth over short-term appeasement: Report

Adani Enterprises logs 90X growth in Q3 net profit, consolidated EBITDA at Rs 11,985 crore in April-Dec

India's smartphone market value grows 8 pc in 2025, Apple logs highest ever share

RBI likely to refrain from another policy rate cut this week: Economists

Gold, silver continue to decline as CME margin requirements hike set to take effect

'Criticism welcome, but bring facts': Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman hits back at Rahul Gandhi, says Budget prioritises MSMEs & rural India

Budget 2026-27 gives nothing to Karnataka, no high-speed rail for Bengaluru: Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar

Budget 2026-27 aimed at empowering poor and increasing farmers' income: PM Modi [Watch]

Budget 2026 prioritises healthcare with higher spending and relief for cancer patients

Sensex crashes over 2,300 points after Budget; Nifty down over 600 points

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

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Is exhibiting cleavage mandatory? Malaika Arora opts for low neck sleeveless outfit at event in Vrindavan, leaves netizens furious

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