Home/Business/Economy

Economy

Stay updated with the latest economy news, analysis, and trends

A visual representation of gold coins and Indian rupee notes, a rising financial graph, and a subtle outline of Tamil Nadu.

Tamil Nadu Dominates India’s Gold Loans, Fuels Credit Growth

Tamil Nadu leads India’s gold loan market with ₹4.11 lakh crore by March 2026, significantly boosting agriculture and MSMEs and driving financial inclusion.

Digital neural network patterns overlaying a futuristic orbital scene with Earth, advanced satellites, and space stations, symbolizing AI's role.

AI to Drive Orbital Economy: $200B Investment by 2030

IEEE Megatrends 2030 report forecasts AI to fuel a $200B orbital economy by 2030, revolutionizing space exploration and investment.

A 'No Entry' sign blocks a journalist's microphone and notepad from a G20 meeting entrance, symbolizing US Treasury's press access denial.

US Treasury Denies Press Access to G20 Meeting, Sparks Outcry

The US Treasury Department’s denial of credentials to journalists covering a G20 finance meeting in North Carolina raises serious press freedom concerns.

A digital screen displays financial metrics, including a rising graph, numbers, and the Kotak logo, representing a short-term debt fund.

Kotak Short Term Fund: A Guide for New Investors

Understand the Kotak Short Term Fund Regular-IDCW: NAV, risk, AUM, and tax implications for new investors. Learn about this open-ended debt scheme.

A close-up of a September 2026 calendar page with dates 7, 14, 15, and 30 highlighted, alongside Indian tax forms and currency.

September 2026 Tax Deadlines India: TDS, Advance Tax & More

Don’t miss September 2026 income tax deadlines in India! Key dates for TDS, TCS, advance tax, and audit reports. Stay compliant and avoid penalties.

Essel Group Chairman Subhash Chandra, in a suit, seated at a desk with stacks of financial documents and a subtle gavel.

Essel Group Chairman Subhash Chandra Addresses Lender Concerns

Essel Group Chairman Subhash Chandra reassures lenders on settling dues amid challenges to the group’s repayment plan. Details on personal guarantees and NCLT sanction.

A judge's gavel rests on legal documents, with scales of justice in the background, representing a challenge to an NCLT repayment plan.

Lenders Challenge NCLT Approval of Subhash Chandra Repayment Plan

Lenders formally challenge NCLT approval of Subhash Chandra’s repayment plan, initiating a judicial review of the resolution process. Critical development in debt resolution.

A composite image showing downward red stock charts and a hand pulling money, contrasted with upward green charts and a rocket symbolizing IPOs, set against an Indian financial backdrop.

Indian Markets Extend Losses: FII Selling, Global Cues Impact Sensex & Nifty

Indian benchmarks Sensex & Nifty face longest losing streak in 5 months due to FII selling, rising global yields, and geopolitical tensions. DIIs offer support.

A graphic depicting the flags of Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, stylized agricultural products, and symbols representing trade and economic growth.

Pakistan & Saudi Arabia Aim for $3B Agri-Food Exports

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia forge a strategic partnership to boost Pakistan’s agri-food exports to $3 billion within two years, focusing on rice, meat, and fruits.

A digital stock market chart for India displays a flat, consolidating trend line, with calendar icons indicating upcoming GDP and auto sales data releases.

Indian Markets Await GDP, Auto Sales Data for Direction

Indian equity markets consolidate as investors anticipate Q1 FY27 GDP growth and August auto sales data for economic direction. Key domestic and global factors are at play.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, a woman in a sari, converses with US business executives, men in suits, at a table with digital and agricultural symbols.

Sitharaman Urges US Firms to Invest in India’s AI, Defense, Agri Sectors

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met US business leaders in Chicago, highlighting India’s potential for investment in AI, defense, and agriculture.

A Bira 91 branded amber glass beer bottle, showing a distinct fracture, positioned beside a faint, translucent outline of a legal demand notice.

Bira 91 Faces Insolvency Over Rs 11.77 Cr Bottle Dues

Bira 91 (B9 Beverages) faces insolvency threat from Hindusthan National Glass over Rs 11.77 crore in unpaid bottle dues. A Section 8 notice has been issued.

Stylized graphic showing an upward-trending economic growth arrow over an outline of India, with abstract global headwinds in the background.

India Eyes 7% Growth in FY27 Despite Global Challenges

India’s Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman projects 7% growth for FY27, highlighting government strategies to manage global supply chain disruptions and attract investment.

Digital dashboard with a map of India, showing real-time fertiliser tracking, data points, and supply chain routes over green fields.

India’s Fertiliser Ministry Tackles Shortages with New Tech

India’s Fertiliser Ministry launches an advanced analytical tool and dashboard for real-time tracking of dispatches and inventories to combat shortages and improve distribution.

A graphic depicting the Ukrainian flag and the EU flag, connected by an arrow representing financial flow towards a strategic document.

Ukraine Defence Minister Seeks Early EU Loan Release

Ukraine’s Defence Minister Yevhenii Khmara plans to present a clear strategy to international partners for early release of an EU loan to fund the ongoing conflict.

A stock market chart shows a downward trend, with a digital clock displaying 3:15 PM and a subtle regulatory symbol.

NSE Cash Volumes Drop to 5-Month Low After SEBI Auction Rule Changes

NSE cash volumes fell to a five-month low in August 2026 following SEBI’s new Closing Auction Session rules, impacting daily turnover and price discovery.

A heavily imbalanced weighing scale. One side holds a tiny fraction of wealth; the other, a large, consolidated block, illustrating IBC's low recovery.

India’s IBC: Wealth Transfer & Corporate Concentration Concerns

India’s IBC, designed for debt resolution, faces criticism for enabling public wealth transfer and increasing corporate concentration, as seen in the Subhash Chandra case.

A high-end hotel's exterior in Delhi, featuring a digital sign displaying a six-figure nightly room rate, with a subtle BRICS logo nearby.

BRICS Summit Skyrockets Delhi Luxury Hotel Prices

The BRICS Summit in Delhi is causing luxury hotel rates to surge into six figures per night, creating shortages and impacting travel plans.

A young Indian student stands between an Indian university campus and an international university, symbolizing their UG in India, PG abroad journey.

Indian Students: UG in India, PG Abroad for Career Growth

Discover the rising trend of Indian students pursuing undergraduate degrees in India and postgraduate studies abroad for enhanced career prospects and global exposure.

Stylized graphic showing gold bars, silver coins, and a rising financial chart, symbolizing SEBI's new ETF investment rules.

SEBI Greenlights Mutual Funds for Gold, Silver ETFs from 2026

SEBI permits non-debt active mutual funds to invest in gold & silver ETFs starting April 1, 2026, offering new diversification and hedging opportunities.

A pile of white sugar cubes and granules, with a digital price display showing '₹64.24/kg' and subtle Indian festive decorations in the background.

India Sugar Prices Surge Past ₹60/kg Pre-Festive

Indian retail sugar prices remain above ₹60/kg due to rising demand and limited supply, impacting consumers ahead of the festive season. Explore price trends and government actions.

Stylized graphic showing outlines of India and Uzbekistan connected by a dotted line, with a passport icon, symbolizing visa-free travel.

Uzbekistan Offers 30-Day Visa-Free Entry for Indians

Uzbekistan grants Indian citizens 30-day visa-free access, boosting tourism and business ties during PM Modi’s visit. A significant step in bilateral relations.

A hand, representing the RBI, tightens a valve on a flow of money and credit cards, signifying increased borrowing costs and tighter credit.

RBI Tightens Unsecured Loan Norms, Raising Borrowing Costs

RBI increases equity capital for unsecured loans, making borrowing pricier for consumers and lenders. Learn about the impact on personal loans and credit cards.

Digital graphic showing India and Uzbekistan flags, an upward-trending trade chart, and a symbolic handshake over a map.

India-Uzbekistan Trade Target: $5 Billion by 2030

India and Uzbekistan aim to reach $5 billion in bilateral trade by 2030, up from $1.3 billion, by tackling trade barriers and enhancing cooperation.

A stylized map of India overlaid with glowing data center icons and interconnected network lines, representing AI infrastructure expansion.

India’s AI Infrastructure Growth: Execution is Key

India’s AI infrastructure expansion by 2026 faces critical execution challenges in deployment and operations, requiring new models and automation.

Portrait of Dr. Subhash Chandra in the background, with financial charts and legal documents in the foreground, symbolizing insolvency proceedings and settlement.

Dr. Subhash Chandra: ₹4,262 Cr Insolvency Settlement Plan

Dr. Subhash Chandra’s office clarifies personal insolvency proceedings, detailing a ₹4,262 crore settlement plan with lenders after reconciliation.

A modern nuclear power plant with cooling towers, stylized financial graphs, and a small modular reactor design, representing India's energy future.

India’s Nuclear Power Ambitions: Private Sector’s Role Post-SHANTI Act

India targets 100 GW nuclear power by 2047. The SHANTI Act opens the sector to private players to bridge a 46 GW gap, but challenges remain.

Digital illustration showing a map of India and a map of the United States, linked by glowing trade routes and overlaid with financial charts and data points.

India-US Trade Review Ahead of Piyush Goyal’s US Visit

India’s Commerce Ministry to meet industry leaders on Sep 1, 2026, to strategize India-US trade ahead of Minister Piyush Goyal’s upcoming US visit.

A digital display showing a volatile stock market chart, overlaid with symbols for GDP, an oil barrel, and US/India maps, representing key economic drivers.

Indian Stock Markets: GDP, Crude Prices to Drive Weekly Trends

India’s Q1 FY27 GDP data, global crude oil prices, and US non-farm payrolls are key drivers for Indian stock markets this week. Monitor PMI, GST, and forex reserves.

Abstract digital representation of a data center core with glowing circuits, liquid cooling lines, and a subtle map of India.

India’s Data Center Market: $180B AI Efficiency Push

India’s data center market targets $180B by 2026, prioritizing AI efficiency and speed, while tackling deployment challenges with innovative solutions.

    Economy News & Market Signals – Page 36 | ThePip