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States, UTs Get Higher WMA Relief as RBI Revises Ceiling limit Aggregate Ways and Means Advances ceiling raised to ₹61,008 crore from ₹60,118 crore, effective January 2026 The Reserve Bank of India last reviewed and announced the limits for financial accommodation extended to State Governments and Union Territories on June 28, 2024. The Reserve Bank …
FAE of GDP for 2025 26: Budget Needs Balancing Act The First Advance Estimates (FAE) of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for 2025‑26 was released on 7th January 2026. The FAE provides an advance assessment of the economic performance of the current fiscal year (FY 2025‑26). Based on data available up to November 2025, these estimates …
The Financial Stability Report, 2025 – An Analysis The Reserve Bank of India released its Financial Stability Report (FSR) on December 31, 2025, providing a detailed evaluation of India’s financial system’s resilience and the risks it encounters. The report highlights that despite a challenging global economic environment, the Indian economy is experiencing strong growth, supported …
FDI in India: Policy Changes Strengthening Investment Climate The Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in India has been evolving over the past few years. India is one of the Favourite destinations (15th Rank) for FDI. Policy changes are strengthening investment climate to boost investments appeal to India. The following information was provided by the Minister of …
OECD Economic Outlook 2025 Issue 2: Global Risks Rise, India’s Growth Stays Resilient The OECD’s Economic Outlook 2025, Issue 2, highlights a fragile global economy with increasing trade barriers, financial market vulnerabilities, and geopolitical tensions. Despite these challenges, India is projected to sustain robust and diversified growth compared to other major economies. The report emphasizes …
As Inflation eases, MPC opts for Another Rate Cut As inflation eases MPC opts for another rate cut, this is the fourth time this year. The 58th Meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) convened from December 3 to 5, 2025. In the meeting, the MPC decided to …
India’s Q2 GDP Surges to 8.2% – Second Quarter GDP Data Manufacturing & Services Shows Resilience Growth amid Global Headwinds Indian economy continues to show robust growth and capture global attention as it is set to become the third-largest economy in the world by 2030, with a projected GDP of US$7.3 trillion. The present growth rate echoes …
India’s Labour Codes: A New Era for Workers and Industry India’s labor laws have been criticized for being outdated and complex. Many of these laws date back to the pre-Independence and early post-Independence era (1930s–1950s). The legal framework was fragmented, with 29 different laws governing social security, wages, industrial relations, and work safety. This has …
Global Inflation and Interest Rate: A Shift in Monetary Policy In 2025, global economic management is crucial as the world navigates post-pandemic recovery and geopolitical challenges. Inflation, previously high, has decreased significantly. Central banks, after implementing tightening policies in 2022-2023, are now taking a more cautious approach. This article explores the shifting dynamics of interest rate and …
Japan’s Wage-Led Growth Strategy: A New Chapter in Economic Revival A new economic strategy designed to boost Japan’s economy will be implemented in 2025. The nation is now adopting a daring strategy of wage-led growth after enduring years of deflation, low wage increases, and significant monetary easing. This change marks a major shift away from the old …
