private consumption and investment

1,781 rooftop solar panels have been installed in NPCL's licensed area, of which 1,162 are under PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana

Sports goods manufacturing in India has huge economic potential. Yet, Pakistan’s Sialkot outperforms us. For more clusters like Jalandhar & Meerut, policies, investments & infra need to happen in tandem

The new 594-km corridor from Meerut to Prayagraj promises faster travel, but its real test lies in whether it can bring investment, jobs and industry into eastern UP — where development has lagged for decades

Unconditional cash transfers just before elections may help fight anti-incumbency, but it bleeds the economy and has limited long-term gains in real welfare of the people

Shiv Ratan Agarwal, the visionary behind the popular Bikaji snack brand, passed away at 75. He transformed a family namkeen business from Bikaner into a globally recognized packaged snack empire. Agarwal's strategic shift to branding, scale, and distribution propelled Bikaji's expansion, making it a household name and a significant player in the savory snacks market.

Author discusses the immigrant experience, highlighting abundance and belonging. The book 'Heartline' explores the concept of 'heartline' as actively seeking meaningful relationships. It emphasizes that social wealth and friendships, not just financial success, lead to true happiness. The narrative draws from personal experiences while presenting a fictional storyline.

India's nuclear ambitions have reached a pivotal stage with the Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor achieving criticality, marking a significant step in its three-stage nuclear program. This advancement positions India as a leader in advanced nuclear technology, bolstering its drive for energy self-reliance and security amidst a rapidly expanding power sector.

According to RBI governor Malhotra, high frequency indicators till February, 2026 suggest the continuation of strong momentum in economic activity. Growth impulses continue to be supported by robust private consumption and investment demand.

Stock market crash today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex tanked in trade on Thursday, a day after the stock market saw a record single day gain. While Nifty50 went below 23,800, BSE Sensex was down over 1,000 points intraday.

Even as it is confident of India’s ability to come out of the fresh global uncertainty, RBI has flagged five risks due to the US-Iran war that could negatively impact the economy.

The manufacturing sector was hit the hardest, with its PMI dropping to a four-and-a-half-year low of 53.8 from 56.9. Heightened uncertainty and volatility linked to the Middle East conflict weighed on sentiment.