Gita Gopinath

He topped UPSC, joined IAS, then left for Gita Gopinath's dream: Iqbal Dhaliwal tells the full story...

Jul 04, 2026, 09:44 AM IST

While Gopinath always wanted to be an economist and later moved to the US for a PhD at Princeton University, Dhaliwal joined the IAS after topping the UPSC Civil Services Examination in 1996

'Met for 2 hours. He started writing equations': Gita Gopinath names the world leader who left a lasting impression on her

Jun 30, 2026, 12:05 PM IST

Gopinath said Milei stood out among the many presidents and heads of state she encountered during her tenure at the IMF

'You're in the wrong chair': When Gita Gopinath faced bias as IMF chief economist

Jun 28, 2026, 11:31 AM IST

Gopinath also defended her recent criticism of a meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping that featured no women among the roughly 40 officials present

Beyond The Hype: Building a stronger, greener future

Jun 06, 2026, 08:06 PM IST

In light of the West Asia conflict, coal gasification is being projected as a bridge to maintain grid resilience, even as renewable energy capacity expands.

India-U.S. Trade Talks: Gita Gopinath On Tariffs, Inflation And Uncertainty

Jun 04, 2026, 07:33 PM IST

Former IMF Deputy Managing Director Gita Gopinath weighs in on the proposed US Section 301 tariffs targeting India and other economies. She says the final implications for India remain unclear as details of the USTR ruling are yet to emerge. Gopinath notes that tariffs not only affect trading partners but can also raise costs and inflation in the United States. Highlighting the uncertainty around US trade policy, she says developments in 2025 have shown that policy direction can change rapidly. Watch her insights on India-US trade negotiations, tariff risks, inflation concerns and the broader impact on global trade and economic growth.

RBI MPC June 2026: Gita Gopinath sees rate pause amid inflation and growth risks

Jun 03, 2026, 09:37 PM IST

RBI is widely expected to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% in its June policy review, as policymakers balance inflation risks from higher oil prices against signs of moderating economic activity. Former IMF Deputy Managing Director Gita Gopinath has backed a cautious, data-dependent approach, saying the RBI is likely to remain on hold for now.

"Oil Might Hit $140, Fuel Hikes Inevitable": Gita Gopinath Warns India Of Severe West Asia Shock!

May 22, 2026, 11:30 AM IST

Speaking to India Today, Harvard professor Gita Gopinath dropped a massive warning on the escalating West Asia conflict and the critical Strait of Hormuz blockade. Gopinath revealed that global supply strains are rapidly worsening, threatening a catastrophic surge from $110 to $140 per barrel by June. She warned that India's heavy Middle East fuel reliance makes severe domestic fuel hikes and creeping inflation inevitable. Stating the government cannot absorb this alone, Gopinath declared that the economic pain must be shared through a higher fiscal deficit and direct price pass-throughs to households.

"Don't Waste $700B Reserves": Gita Gopinath Backs Rupee Slide To 100 As Natural Market Correction!

May 22, 2026, 11:23 AM IST

In her exclusive India Today interview, Harvard professor Gita Gopinath urged the RBI to exercise extreme prudence with its $700 billion Forex reserves as the Rupee hits record lows of 97 per dollar. Challenging conventional panic, Gopinath argued against aggressive market intervention, stating a depreciating currency naturally corrects trade imbalances by rapidly curbing costly imports. Reassuring markets that there is zero evidence of unanchored inflation or financial instability, she emphasised that letting the Rupee adjust organically is a necessary economic mechanism to protect India’s scarce, non-printable foreign exchange assets.

Rupee near 97! Here's how Pakistan, China and Bangladesh currencies are faring

May 21, 2026, 01:46 PM IST

The Indian rupee is falling...know what the condition of the currencies of Pakistan, China, and Bangladesh is

Oil at $140, rupee near 100? Gita Gopinath warns India faces tough economic shock

May 21, 2026, 12:27 PM IST

The economist also downplayed fears around the rupee breaching 100 against the US dollar, saying policymakers should focus more on jobs, inflation and growth. “The relevant number is not the actual value of the exchange rate,” she said.

Exclusive: Gita Gopinath Warns West Asia Crisis Could Deepen Inflation, Flags Risks For Small Firms

May 21, 2026, 12:14 PM IST

In an exclusive interview with India Today, former IMF Deputy Managing Director and Harvard professor Gita Gopinath warned that the ongoing West Asia conflict could severely impact the Indian and global economy. She cautioned that crude oil prices could surge to 140 dollars a barrel if tensions continue, leading to more fuel price hikes, inflationary pressure and slower growth. Gopinath said India is facing a major external shock due to its dependence on Middle East energy supplies, but added that the economy still has resilience through strong reserves and infrastructure spending. She also argued that a weaker rupee should not trigger panic, stressing that adjustment through prices and exchange rates is necessary during crises.