Economy

India’s Industrial Output Growth Slows to 3.2% in December 2024

India's industrial output growth slowed to 3.2% in December 2024, a drop from 5% in November, according to the Index of Industrial Production (IIP). The decline was largely driven by weaker manufacturing sector performance, while electricity generation saw a strong...

India’s Retail Inflation Drops to 4.31% in January 2025

India’s retail inflation, measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), eased to 4.31% in January 2025, marking its lowest level in five months. This is a decline from 5.22% in December 2024, bringing some relief to consumers and policymakers. The...

Over 54.5 Crore Jan Dhan Accounts Opened till Jan 15

As of January 15, 2025, the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) has surpassed a significant milestone, with over 54.58 crore bank accounts opened. What makes this achievement even more remarkable is that 55.7% of these accounts belong to women,...

What is Repo Rate and Reverse Repo Rate?

The repo rate and reverse repo rate are two critical tools employed by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to manage inflation, stabilize the economy, and ensure financial stability. These rates influence the cost of borrowing for commercial banks, which...

India’s Current Account Deficit to Widen in FY26, GDP to Grow 6.5%: Crisil

India's economy is projected to grow at a rate of 6.5% in FY26, slightly improving from the 6.4% growth forecasted for the current fiscal year (FY25). Crisil's report highlights several factors driving this growth, including lower inflation, expected rate cuts...

Gender Budgeting in 2025-26: A Step Toward Inclusive Growth

The Union Budget 2025-26, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1, 2025, has made significant strides in gender budgeting, increasing the share of the Gender Budget allocation to 8.86% of the total Union Budget, compared to 6.8% in...

FDI Limit for Insurance Raised from 74% to 100%

The Union Budget 2025-26, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, introduces transformative reforms across six major domains to enhance India’s growth potential and global competitiveness over the next five years. Among these, the Financial Sector sees significant reforms in areas...

Railway Budget 2025: Key Highlights and Analysis

The Railway Budget 2025 has been announced, with a total allocation of ₹2.65 lakh crore, the same as last year. While the budget emphasizes capital expenditure (Capex) and infrastructure expansion, reductions in allocations for customer amenities, public sector investments, and...

Tax Regime Comparison: Old vs New Tax Regime in Budget 2025

The Union Budget 2025 has introduced revised income tax slabs under the new tax regime, providing relief to salaried taxpayers. However, many individuals remain uncertain about whether to opt for the new regime vs old regime tax benefits. This article...

Budget Highlights 2025- Read The full Budget Highlights Here

Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Smt Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2025-26 in Parliament. The Budget 2025 highlights key economic reforms, focusing on growth, sustainability, and digital transformation. Among the 2025 Budget highlights, major allocations have been...