Fiscal

GST 2.0 impact: JM Financial flags capex slowdown, fiscal deficit challenge

GST rates across the categories are focused on consumption growth, and the revenue loss could impact the capital expenditure in…

September 4, 2025 15:01 IST

India's Fiscal Deficit More Than Doubles to ₹2.8 Lakh Crore in Q1 FY26. (Image Source: Canva)

Fiscal deficit doubles in Q1 as spending picks up

India’s fiscal deficit surged to ₹2.8 lakh crore (17.9% of annual target) in Q1 FY26, doubling year-on-year.

July 31, 2025 21:51 IST

India to Revamp Handloom Program with Digital Focus & Sustainability Push for Global Exports. (Image Source: Pixabay)

Revamped scheme for handloom weavers from next fiscal

India’s Textile Ministry plans a new national program post-FY26 to boost handloom marketing and exports, emphasizing digital strategies and sustainability.

July 23, 2025 22:43 IST

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Tougher borrowing norms for states to instil discipline

The Centre tightens borrowing norms for states in FY26, linking loan limits to liabilities like unpaid subsidies, unspent central funds,…

June 11, 2025 23:46 IST

RBI’s record dividend transfer strengthens government’s fiscal position for FY25. (Image: Canva)

RBI’s Rs 2.69 lakh cr dividend to ease fiscal deficit by 20 bps; experts maintain 4.4% of GDP target

The RBI has transferred a record Rs 2.69 lakh crore dividend to the government for FY25, offering fiscal relief and…

May 26, 2025 13:51 IST

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FPI infusion in FAR bonds hits five-year high

FPI investment in India’s FAR bonds reached a 5-year high of Rs 1.32 lakh crore in FY25, driven by global…

March 31, 2025 21:41 IST

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States’ capex picks up marginally, FY25 growth may still be flat

States’ capital expenditure in FY25 showed a marginal decline, with a 1% drop in capex to Rs 4.51 lakh crore.…

March 31, 2025 20:40 IST

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Focus of fiscal health: A path toward sustainable debt management

We need to translate preferred path of debt-GDP ratio into implied path of fiscal deficit.

March 29, 2025 05:00 IST

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India needs 1.2-1.5 tax buoyancy to achieve 6.5-7% growth: EY report

The Central government will need to strengthen revenue mobilization, particularly by increasing the tax-to-GDP ratio from the estimated 12.0% in…

February 26, 2025 19:54 IST

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Vertical fiscal gap: States face challenges amid stricter CSS norms

Centre’s fiscal prudence is laudable, but should not constrict states’ resources and spending capacity.

February 19, 2025 04:45 IST

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Economists warn against tighter fiscal consolidation

Earlier, the RBI had projected growth rate at 7.2%, but the underwhelming data for first half prompted the central bank…

December 7, 2024 02:30 IST

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US Election 2024: What’s the better choice for India? Details of the economic impact of Trump or Harris Presidency on India

With elections being a binary event and one cannot rule out more volatility for asset classes ahead, it is pertinent…

November 5, 2024 10:13 IST

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Budget 2024 delivers balance between capex, fiscal prudence and welfare, says Kotak

As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Budget FY25 on July 23, the government continued with its focus on spending…

July 25, 2024 10:04 IST

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Polls pull down Govt spending, May produces fiscal surplus

Fiscal deficit at just 3% of FY25 target in April-May

June 29, 2024 05:05 IST

Taxation has historically been a contentious issue

Fiscal democracy

Kelkar is right in denouncing high GST rates, and seeking larger fiscal roles for states and local bodies.

April 18, 2024 04:00 IST

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Explained: How is monetary policy different from fiscal policy

One key distinction between monetary and fiscal policy lies in their implementation authorities and tools.

Updated: March 26, 2024 12:19 IST

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On counter-cyclical fiscal policy

The risk with fiscal consolidation is that it may dampen growth. However, if fiscal consolidation can accommodate a growing capex…

February 23, 2024 04:00 IST

The silent fiscal innovation: The government’s gross borrowing projection for FY25 has triggered a fall in yields

The 10-year bond yield was around 7.14% on the eve of the presentation of the interim Budget. Once it was…

February 6, 2024 03:30 IST

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TVS Motor Company has launched its latest scooter, the NTORQ 150, at an ex-showroom price of Rs 1,19,000. With this, TVS has entered the above-125cc scooter category, aiming to strengthen its position in the premium scooter segment. The company has invested Rs 100 crore in this product and is tapping into the growing sporty scooter segment, which has seen a 11% growth.

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