Economy

Despite the Russian flavour, the Indian basket still favours only the Brent and Oman, UAE crudes.

Updated : Apr 13, 2026

Govt rejigs crude basket prices, but gaps remain

The curious case of missing Russian imports from the Indian Crude Oil Basket, why the Basket may not reflect the true price

Food prices too are seen to build up in coming months with the IMD forecasting forecast a 92% of long-term average rainfall for this season.

Updated : Apr 13, 2026

Retail inflation inches up marginally in March but pressure is building up

Greater impact of West Asia war to be seen in coming months, food inflation could surge if monsoons are below average.

The thorium paradox: India has the fuel but not the reactors

Updated : Apr 12, 2026

BT Explainer: Why thorium-based reactors are decades away from deployment?

The Kalpakkam fast-breeder reactor, achieving first criticality, brings India closer to its nuclear roadmap. The third phase of deploying thorium-based reactors will take a few decades

The broader regional recovery in 2027 is expected to be supported by post-unrest stabilisation in several economies.

Updated : Apr 11, 2026

South Asia growth to slow to 6.3% amid energy shocks, World Bank sees rebound ahead

South Asia continues to outperform other emerging markets largely due to India’s strong domestic demand and export resilience, which underpin the region’s overall growth story.

Delhi EV Policy 2026 aims to curb air pollution and to promote and adopt clean mobility transition through targeted incentives.

Updated : Apr 11, 2026

End of the road for ICE two-wheelers in Delhi? Draft EV policy sets April 2028 deadline

The draft Delhi EV policy, which is open to public feedback for the next 30 days, states only electric two-wheelers will be permitted for new registration in Delhi from April 1, 2028.

Fuel prices at the pump are shaped by a combination of global, economic, and domestic factors

Updated : Apr 11, 2026

Petrol, diesel prices today, April 11: Check prices in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad and more

The pause in the prices comes amid heightened political sensitivities ahead of state elections.

While LPG remains the primary cooking fuel for many households, CNG and PNG are emerging as more stable and economic alternatives.

Updated : Apr 11, 2026

LPG, CNG, PNG rates on April 11, 2026: Check latest prices in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata

LPG supplies are under close monitoring amid prevailing geopolitical tensions, even though no dry-outs have been reported at distributorships.

Inflation is projected to rise to 4.5% in the current fiscal, it further said, adding that this reflects higher food and energy prices.

Updated : Apr 10, 2026

ADB raises India’s GDP growth forecast to 6.9% this fiscal

Expects India to grow by 7.3% next fiscal; domestic demand to remain main growth driver

IMF warns of global growth downturn in its spring meetings with World Bank

Updated : Apr 10, 2026

'Even in our most hopeful scenario...': IMF flags global growth downgrade

In her curtain-raiser address, Georgieva said the world economy, once buoyed by strong momentum from technology investment and supportive financial conditions is now being tested by a fresh geopolitical shock.

The new norms will come into effect six months from the date of issuance, giving banks time to upgrade their systems and processes.

Updated : Apr 9, 2026

RBI pushes for same-day credit in cross-border payments, issues new guidelines

The directive is part of RBI’s broader effort under its Payments Vision 2025 and the G20 roadmap, which focus on making cross-border transactions faster, cheaper, more transparent, and accessible.

Among individual buyers, the National Bank of Poland led with a significant addition of 20 tonnes, taking its total gold reserves to 570 tonnes.

Updated : Apr 9, 2026

Gold holds firm as central banks buy more; China, Poland drive demand

According to data cited by The Kobeissi Letter, global central banks purchased 19 tonnes of gold in February, marking the 23rd consecutive month of net buying. This follows an addition of 6 tonnes in January, taking total purchases so far this year to 25 tonnes.

HSBC economists Aayushi Chaudhary and Pranjul Bhandari also believe RBI will keep interest rates on hold through calendar 2026.

Updated : Apr 8, 2026

After holding rates in FY27's first MPC meet, what will RBI do next? Here's what economists say

The RBI will have a tight rope walk between inflation and growth amid the global uncertainty fuelled by the West Asia conflict, economists say.

The World Bank in its report further noted that the reduction in rates of goods and services tax should continue to support consumer demand in the first half of FY27.

Updated : Apr 8, 2026

World Bank sees India growth at 6.6% in FY27, flags inflation risk from energy prices

Inflation could rise due to higher energy prices from the West Asia crisis, strong demand and normalising food prices

The Reserve Bank’s monetary policy committee on Wednesday left its benchmark repo rate unchanged at 5.25 per cent, while also deciding to continue its “neutral” stance.

Updated : Apr 8, 2026

Indian economy strong despite shocks, says RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra; signals interest rates will remain low for long

Malhotra stressed the RBI’s intervention in the foreign exchange market is aimed at smoothening excessive and disruptive volatility and measures announced recently may not be permanent

The Kalpakkam reactor is a key component of India’s three-stage nuclear programme, conceptualised by Dr Homi Bhabha in the 1950s.

Updated : Apr 8, 2026

'200 years of power...': Wealth expert says India’s nuclear bet could change everything

Investment banker Sarthak Ahuja described the development as a turning point, stating, “Something big has happened in India… which puts India on the world map.” His remarks underline that this is not just about commissioning another reactor, but about unlocking a long-term national capability.

The RBI has projected CPI inflation at 4.6% for FY27, with core inflation at 4.4%, marking a significant rise from FY26 levels.

Updated : Apr 8, 2026

Economy

Govt rejigs crude basket prices, but gaps remain

Retail inflation inches up marginally in March but pressure is building up

BT Explainer: Why thorium-based reactors are decades away from deployment?

South Asia growth to slow to 6.3% amid energy shocks, World Bank sees rebound ahead

End of the road for ICE two-wheelers in Delhi? Draft EV policy sets April 2028 deadline

Petrol, diesel prices today, April 11: Check prices in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad and more

LPG, CNG, PNG rates on April 11, 2026: Check latest prices in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata

ADB raises India’s GDP growth forecast to 6.9% this fiscal

'Even in our most hopeful scenario...': IMF flags global growth downgrade

RBI pushes for same-day credit in cross-border payments, issues new guidelines

Gold holds firm as central banks buy more; China, Poland drive demand

After holding rates in FY27's first MPC meet, what will RBI do next? Here's what economists say

World Bank sees India growth at 6.6% in FY27, flags inflation risk from energy prices

Indian economy strong despite shocks, says RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra; signals interest rates will remain low for long

'200 years of power...': Wealth expert says India’s nuclear bet could change everything

Rate pause, rising risks: RBI walks tightrope in April policy review, say reports

GST Council meeting may take place after state polls

RBI MPC: Gov Malhotra lists 5 factors that can impact India’s growth trajectory

RBI MPC meeting 2026: Central bank sets FY27 inflation forecast at 4.6% amidst conflict in West Asia

RBI MPC: Gov Sanjay Malhotra estimates GDP growth rate at 6.9% this year

RBI MPC 2026: Repo rate unchanged at 5.25%, maintains neutral stance

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