Economics
Trade, fiscal policy, banking, agriculture and economic indicators
Empowering rural India through commodity market access: A financial services perspective
A recent analysis highlights the transformative potential of expanding access to SEBI-regulated commodity derivatives exchanges — particularly MCX (Multi Com...
Sufficient fertilisers now, but problems may arise if West Asia conflict prolongs: Official
India currently has sufficient fertiliser stock for immediate agricultural needs, but a prolonged West Asia conflict could disrupt supply chains for key fert...
Why does the Strait of Hormuz’s closure matter?
The Strait of Hormuz — the world's most critical oil and gas chokepoint — has been severely disrupted by the escalating conflict among Iran, the United State...
PMO seeks third-party audits for road, rail projects
The Prime Minister's Office (PMO) has directed the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways and the Ministry of Railways to commission independent third-party...
Energy imports into the country are in full flow from all Non-Hormuz routes: Union Minister Hardeep Puri
The Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas confirmed that India's energy imports are flowing smoothly via all non-Hormuz routes, with no shortage of oi...
India's economy is booming, but uneven growth clouds ascent
India's economy expanded at approximately 7.6% in FY26, cementing its position as the world's fastest-growing major economy, driven primarily by the services...
Government to hire 1,000 professionals to help exporters
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry is set to recruit 1,000 young trade professionals to strengthen India's export ecosystem by improving awareness and uti...
Awareness programme on high-speed rail line on March 9
An awareness programme on a high-speed rail line in Kerala is scheduled for March 9, 2026, reflecting the state's renewed push for a major rail infrastructur...
Natural farming can make agriculture profitable and sustainable, says Minister
A state minister in Andhra Pradesh stated that natural farming can transform agriculture into a profitable and sustainable occupation, offering twin benefits...
Jawahirullah urges Union government to roll back LPG price hike
Tamil Nadu politician Jawahirullah, president of the Manithaneya Makkal Katchi (MMK) party, urged the Union government to roll back the LPG price hike, descr...
Women entrepreneurs face disparity in fundraising
A report by Kalaari Capital, released ahead of International Women's Day 2026, found that for every ₹100 raised by founders within India's dominant startup n...
LPG, LNG and India’s production, supply and distribution | Explained
With domestic LPG cylinder prices raised by ₹60 on March 7, 2026 (amid West Asia conflict-driven crude oil price volatility), an explainer on how LPG and LNG...
Government announces standards of green ammonia, green methanol
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) notified quality and emission standards for Green Ammonia and Green Methanol on February 27, 2026, a key step...
LPG price hike: Domestic cooking gas cost up by Rs 60 a cylinder
On March 7, 2026, the government increased the price of domestic LPG (cooking gas) cylinders by ₹60 across India, citing a sharp rise in global energy prices...
In Asia, India secured best trade deal with US: Piyush Goyal
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal stated that India secured the best trade terms with the United States among all competing Asian nations, citing t...
Government takes steps to train 85,000 chip designers in 315 institutions
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced on March 7, 2026, that India has made major progress toward training 85,000 semiconductor design engineers under th...
Government may scrap NOC for inter-state vehicle transfers
The Government of India is considering eliminating the No Objection Certificate (NOC) requirement for inter-state vehicle transfers, a move that would signif...
Govt grants relaxation to fulfil export obligation
The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, issued Public Notice No. 51/2025-26 on March 6, 2026, automatic...
Oppn seeks house debate on West Asia, US trade deal
The parliamentary opposition, led by the Indian National Congress, formally demanded a full debate of three to four hours in both Houses of Parliament on two...
Evening news wrap: EAM reacts to Iranian ship sinking in Indian Ocean; why US 'agreed to let' India buy Russian oil & more
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar reacted to the sinking of an Iranian vessel in the Indian Ocean, expressing concern over the safety of Indian seafare...