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rice, basmati rice, economy, agriculture, agri-economy, food subsidy

Central pool rice stocks four times the buffer

India’s central pool rice stocks exceed 59 MT—four times the buffer norm—despite record offloading in FY25 via PDS, ethanol, Bharat…

May 21, 2025 22:17 IST

economy, India-US, Moodys, trade, trump tariffs, GDP growth

Domestic demand underpins India growth despite tariff risks: Moody’s

Moody’s says India is well-positioned to withstand US tariffs due to strong domestic demand, low trade dependence, and robust services.…

May 21, 2025 22:12 IST

garments, plastics, chemicals, shrimp, oil seeds, chemicals, grapes, trade, BTA, Tariffs

Digital services likely part of interim deal with US

India and the US aim to finalize an interim trade deal by July 8, covering digital services, goods, and tariff…

May 21, 2025 21:44 IST

Free Trade Agreement, FTA, trade, India-EU, European Union, EU

Early harvest deal for India-EU FTA by July

India and the EU aim to finalise an early harvest deal under their Free Trade Agreement (FTA) by July 2025,…

May 21, 2025 20:53 IST

India well-positioned to deal with negative effects of US tariffs: Moody’s

In a note on India, the agency said government initiatives to boost private consumption, expand manufacturing capacity, and increase infrastructure…

Updated: May 21, 2025 10:50 IST

government, PSBs, FDI, foreign investment, consolidation, merger, financial sector, credit demand

States’ capex likely grew 9% in FY25

States’ capital expenditure likely rose 9% in FY25 to Rs 6.65 lakh crore, down from 27% growth in FY24, amid…

May 20, 2025 22:23 IST

Israel-Iran conflict, India, trade, Ministry of External Affairs, diplomacy, Strait of Hormuz, exports, imports, Merchandise trade, arms and ammunition

Indian team leaves for Brussels to speed up FTA with EU

India sends a delegation to Brussels to accelerate FTA talks with the EU after the 11th negotiation round in Delhi.…

May 20, 2025 21:49 IST

mangoes, US, UK, Export, economy, APEDA, USDA, APHIS

Mango exports to US back to normal after a lull

India’s mango exports to the US have resumed after a data error at a key irradiation facility was fixed. Exports…

May 20, 2025 21:01 IST

inflation, economy, food inflation, FCI, PDS, rice, Food Corporation of India

No spike in food inflation likely: Food Secretary

No spike in food inflation likely as bumper wheat and rice production ensures stable supply, says Food Secretary. April 2025…

May 20, 2025 20:05 IST

trade, economy, BTA, Bilateral Trade Agreement, India-US, EV

India seeks to expedite mini trade deal to beat reciprocal tariffs

India pushes for a mini trade deal with the US before July 8 to avoid full reciprocal tariffs. Talks led…

May 20, 2025 19:55 IST

India’s new port restrictions may disrupt $770 million worth of Bangladeshi imports

India’s trade barriers on Bangladesh may impact $770 Million worth imports

India restricts key Bangladeshi imports worth $770 million, in response to Dhaka’s trade curbs and growing China ties under the…

Updated: May 20, 2025 15:52 IST

ONGC, crude oil, economy, Vedanta, Reliance-bp, Oilfields

Crude import bill down 17% in April

India’s crude oil import bill fell 17% to $10.8B in April FY26. Russian oil led imports at 40% share due…

May 19, 2025 22:27 IST

economy, manufacturing, global manufacturing exports, GDP, FDI

India’s manufacturing getting attractive to global investors: S&P

India’s manufacturing sector is gaining global investor interest amid shifting trade dynamics, says S&P Global. With resilient growth, supply-chain diversification,…

May 19, 2025 21:53 IST

farm, agriculture, farm sector, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, farmers

Farm sector may grow at 3.5% in FY26: Shivraj Singh Chouhan

India targets 3.5% farm sector growth in FY26, says Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan. Backed by a strong outreach campaign…

May 19, 2025 21:39 IST

RCB, economy, NABARD, eKCC, agri-credit, Nabard, Regional Rural Banks

eKCC portal may put agri credit on the fast track

NABARD’s new eKCC portal, developed with 24×7 Moneyworks, aims to fast-track agri-credit disbursal for KCC holders via digital processing. Piloted…

May 18, 2025 21:43 IST

RBI, Resere Bank of India, MPC, economy, Monetary Policy Committee, CPI

RBI may lower FY26 inflation forecast significantly

RBI may significantly lower FY26 inflation forecast from 4%, citing easing food prices, strong crop arrivals, and falling crude oil…

May 18, 2025 20:45 IST

capex, capital expenditure, economy, GSDP, investment, tax, revenue

States’ capex likely grew 9% in FY25

States’ capex likely grew 9% in FY25, down from 27% in FY24, as they aimed to maintain fiscal deficit at…

May 18, 2025 19:46 IST

sugar, economy, Indian Sugar and Bio-Energy Manufacturers Association, ISMA

Sugar production this season seen at 5-year low

India’s 2024-25 sugar production is projected to hit a 5-year low at 29.5 MT due to poor rainfall and red-rot…

May 16, 2025 21:35 IST

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