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After World Bank, IMF chief hails PM Modi's economic reforms; calls his efforts 'monumental'

The IMF and the World Bank chief have praised PM Modi's economic policies despite downgrading India's growth projections. Read on to know what the IMF chief said.

Oct 15, 2017

World Bank chief hails PM Modi's economic reforms; calls them 'significant'

While many experts have been blaming Narendra Modi for India's economic slowdown, World Bank chief Jim Yong Kim has a completely different view. Read on to know what Kim said about Modi.

Oct 13, 2017

Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister

PM Modi's economic council identifies 10 areas to spur growth, favours fiscal consolidation exercise

The advisory council opined that maintaining a fiscal consolidation roadmap is important, and warned the government against going for a stimulus at the cost of fiscal prudence.

Oct 12, 2017

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Economic downturn: Sales plunge 36% ahead of Diwali, traders blame demonetisation, GST

"The Current Situation Index (CSI) slipped further into the pessimistic zone, reflecting deterioration in sentiments on the employment scenario, the price level and income.": RBI

Oct 11, 2017

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After IMF and ADB, World Bank lowers India's GDP growth forecast to 7%

The World Bank has said that India's growth rate may slow down to 7.0 percent in 2017 from the previous 8.6 percent in 2015 and the slowdown has been attributed to demonetisation and GST.

Oct 11, 2017

Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Dharmendra Pradhan

India to attract Rs 19 lakh crore investment in oil sector in next 10 years: Dharmendra Pradhan

To stay abreast with country's growing energy demand, the government has set up an expert committee to receive advice on issues related to energy and plan a road-map for future.

Oct 11, 2017

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When will this slump end? IT hiring likely to dwindle further with more layoffs expected

While a hiring slump is expected to hit the industry, experts are also not ruling out the possibility of some more layoffs in the next 6-12 months.

Oct 10, 2017

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7th Pay Commission latest update: Dress allowance hiked for IFS, SPG, Navy officers

Dress allowance for IFS, SPG and Navy officers, and other officers hiked under the 7th Pay Commission.

Oct 9, 2017

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RBI Governor Urjit Patel says revival of economic growth has started: Report

MPC had clearly laid down inflation target of 4 percent and will strive to achieve that, keeping in mind the objective of growth, the governor said.

Oct 9, 2017

Fuel up: Over 54,000 petrol pumps to go on 24-hour nationwide strike on October 13

While 54,000 petrol pumps will go on a 24-hour strike on October 13, the All India Petroleum Dealers Association has no qualms calling for an indefinite strike on October 27 if their demands aren't met.

Oct 9, 2017

All you need to know about new GST rates announced by Narendra Modi government

The Central government on Friday eased GST rules for small and medium-sized companies, reducing tax slabs in many cases. Read to know more.

Oct 7, 2017

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No rate cut, but still a great time to take loans, buy mutual funds

The repo rate currently stands at 6 percent after the Central Bank slashed it by 25 bps in the last monetary policy review on August 9.

Oct 6, 2017

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Innovation and mindset change can generate 1 million jobs in Railways: Goyal

The minister said that over the years the system created has been slow to move, eventually causing delays and reducing focus on costs and efficiency.

Oct 5, 2017

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Hiring in India rises at the fastest pace in over six years

The Nikkei/IHS Markit Services Purchasing Managers' Index surged to 50.7 in September from 47.5 in August.

Oct 5, 2017

Incoming SBI chief says bad debt numbers "will look better"

Reviving credit growth and resolution of stressed assets will be top priority for SBI, Rajnish Kumar said.

Oct 5, 2017

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Economy News

After World Bank, IMF chief hails PM Modi's economic reforms; calls his efforts 'monumental'

World Bank chief hails PM Modi's economic reforms; calls them 'significant'

PM Modi's economic council identifies 10 areas to spur growth, favours fiscal consolidation exercise

Economic downturn: Sales plunge 36% ahead of Diwali, traders blame demonetisation, GST

After IMF and ADB, World Bank lowers India's GDP growth forecast to 7%

India to attract Rs 19 lakh crore investment in oil sector in next 10 years: Dharmendra Pradhan

When will this slump end? IT hiring likely to dwindle further with more layoffs expected

7th Pay Commission latest update: Dress allowance hiked for IFS, SPG, Navy officers

RBI Governor Urjit Patel says revival of economic growth has started: Report

Fuel up: Over 54,000 petrol pumps to go on 24-hour nationwide strike on October 13

All you need to know about new GST rates announced by Narendra Modi government

No rate cut, but still a great time to take loans, buy mutual funds

Innovation and mindset change can generate 1 million jobs in Railways: Goyal

Hiring in India rises at the fastest pace in over six years

Incoming SBI chief says bad debt numbers "will look better"

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

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