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The Indian rupee fell past 90 to the dollar on Wednesday, pressured by weak trade and portfolio flows despite strong economic growth in the world's fifth-largest economy. The rupee weakened to an all-time low of 90.
India's digital economy is rapidly outpacing GDP growth, driving transformation in Asia-Pacific's e-commerce landscape, says a new report.
The Indian economy is likely to achieve the $4 trillion mark in the current financial itself. However, economists say fall in inflation coupled with a weaker rupee could push back India’s $5-trillion goalpost by two years.
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The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) completed the Article IV Consultation for India. The authorities have consented to the publication of the Staff Report prepared for this consultation.
The 8.2% GDP growth surge in Q2FY26 isn't a fleeting anomaly; it is the culmination of strategic vision, bold reforms and an unyielding focus on self-reliance., India Opinion, Times Now
India’s services sector continued to expand in November, with the HSBC India Services Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rising to 59.8 from 58.9 in October, according to data released by S&P Global.
India’s unexpectedly strong economic growth last quarter has reduced chances of an interest rate cut at this week’s central bank’s policy meeting despite record-low inflation.
India's economy is projected to surpass $4 trillion in FY26, emphasizing growth amid global geopolitical shifts, says Chief Economic Advisor Nageswaran.
At the core of this transformation is Indian Railways, serving as the nation’s largest mobility and freight backbone—moving raw materials, finished goods and millions of citizens every day.