15th Finance Commission Chairman, NK Singh

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NK Singh Predicts Growth Of Economic In India, Applauds IMF

NK Singh, the Chairman of the 15th Finance Commission of India, applauded the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and predicted its growth in the coming years. The statement of NK Singh came on the sidelines of the India-Japan Forum, attended by the Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. The Finance Commission Chairman predicted growth from 5.1% to 6.1%. Furthermore, at the Japan forum, Sitharaman said, India will be developed by 2047.

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 - 10:24 AM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: IMF, NK Singh, Indian Economy, Nirmala Sitharaman, developed country

Courtesy: ANI News

SBI

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SBI Says Rs 2,000 Deposit Increased Consumption

State Bank of India (SBI), in its latest report, has said that the withdrawal of Rs 2,000 banknotes would have a significant impact on deposits, credits and consumption. It said that consumer demand might be front-loaded by Rs 55,000 crores. The boost in consumption came amid the circulation withdrawal, of Rs 2,000 notes, which will still be a legal tender, in effect from September. 

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 - 12:25 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: RBI Notice, Rs 2, 000 Notes, SBI, Consumer Consumption, Indian Economy

Courtesy: Business Today

US dollar rupee

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Rupee Falls By 5 Paise To Rs 82.57 Against US Dollar

The rupee fell 5 paise to close at 82.57 (provisional) against the US dollar. The fall came after the Reserve Bank kept the key interest rate unchanged. At the interbank foreign exchange, the domestic unit opened at 82.59 against the dollar, and finally settled at 82.57 (provisional), down 5 paise from its previous close amid a negative trend in domestic equities.

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 - 05:07 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Rupee, Indian Economy, US Dollar, business, Indian Stock Market

Heatwaves

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Indian Economy To Suffer Due To Extreme Heatwave Conditions In India

The continuing heatwaves and rise in temperature, which have taken a serious toll on Indians, are expected to lead to a major impact on the Indian economy. Notably, the scorching summers with over 40 degrees Celsius in Indian states, will now have a bad effect on the economy, leading to the worst inflation. Some of the major impacts will be on agriculture, healthcare, labor loss, and power disruption.

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 - 11:36 AM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: heatwave, Summers 2023, Indian Economy, Inflation, Health

Courtesy: India Today

Nirmala Sitharaman

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Union FM Announces Key Budget 2023-2024, Details Here

Union FM Nirmala Sitharaman announces budget 2023-2024 with key announcements for agriculture, health, education and railways. Sitharaman announced libraries for students, 157 nursing colleges at core locations, new staff for Eklavya model school, Rs 2 lakh crore to be borne by centre for security needs, Rs 15,000 crore released for tribal group development mission, Rs 2.40 lakh crore for Indian Railways, Rs. 75,000 crores for railway… read-more

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 - 11:56 AM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Budget, Union FM, Nirmala Sitharaman, Indian Economy, PM Modi Government

Courtesy: Times of India

Nirmala Sitharaman

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Nirmala Sitharaman To Present 2023-2024 Union Budget Today

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the Union 2023-2024 Budget on February 1. This budget holds important significance as it will be the last budget of the Modi Government, ahead of the 2024 General elections. Furthermore, in 2023-2024 budget, real-estate sector, health sector and Indian tourism have expected initiatives to boost their economy in India. Moreover, middle-class people and citizens are also expecting some… read-more

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 - 10:03 AM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Nirmala Sitharaman, Union budget, Modi Government , Industries, Indian Economy

Courtesy: Zee News India

Growth Chart

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Indian Economy Expected To Slow Down To 6.1% In 2023; Says IMF

As per the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the Indian economy is expected to slow down in the next fiscal year with a projected growth of 6.1% from the previous 6.8%. On January 31, the IMF released its monthly update, which estimated global growth of 3.4% in 2022 to 2.9% in 2023, then rise to 3.1% in 2024. "we're expecting some slowdown to 6.1% in fiscal year 2023." said IMF Director.

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 - 10:29 AM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Indian Economy, IMF, Indian government, business, Global Growth

Investment

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US DFC To Invest $37.5 Million In Indian Businesses To Support Economy

The US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) recently announced to invest  $37.5 million (Rs 299 crorea) to support key sectors in India. The investment is expected to fuel the growth of businesses working in sectors like financial services, agriculture, healthcare, and climate. The company announced the investment in their current FY Quarter, as a form of political risk insurance product and financial instrument for various… read-more

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 - 09:00 AM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Indian Startups, Investment, us company, DFC, Indian Economy

Courtesy: First Post

PM Modi Smiling

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India's Merchandise Exports Cross $400 Bn Mark Post COVID

India has achieved the target of $400 billion merchandise exports for the financial year 2021-22, as per a Tweet by PM Modi. Reportedly, India's merchandise exports stood at $298.1 billion in the financial year 2020-21. "This is a key milestone in our Aatmanirbhar journey," PM Modi Tweeted. Union Home Minister Amit Shah Tweeted, "This reflects the boost in the Indian economy post Covid".

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 - 05:36 PM / by Shibu Immanuel S

Tags: Exports, Indian Economy, PM Modi, Aatmanirbhar Bharat, Amit Shah

Courtesy: ANI

MP CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan

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CM Say's, Cow Dung, Urine Can Help India's Economy: Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh CM, Shivraj Singh Chouhan stated that cow dung and urine could strengthen the state's economy and make the country financially viable. Moreover, cow sanctuaries and shelters have been developed by the government. He further added that it could not function independently, and would require support from society. MP's crematoriums have been using read-more

Sun, 14 Nov 2021 - 09:52 AM / by Nehal Surana

Tags: Madhya Pradesh, cow dung, Cow urine, CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Indian Economy

Courtesy: India Today