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Economy   -   Oct 18, 2024 Sitharaman Slams EU’s Carbon Border Plan
Sitharaman Slams EU’s Carbon Border Plan

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman criticised the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and deforestation rules as “unilateral” and harmful to countries like India, potentially hindering economic growth and green energy transition. Sitharaman assured that these concerns won’t derail the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) talks.

by Amal Anzari
Economy   -   Oct 18, 2024 RBI to Bridge Climate Data Gap with New Information System
RBI to Bridge Climate Data Gap with New Information System

RBI plans to launch the Reserve Bank – Climate Risk Information System (RB-CRIS) to address fragmented climate data. The system will include a publicly accessible web directory and a data portal with standardised datasets, available in phases to regulated entities, announced RBI Governor Das.

by Amal Anzari
Economy   -   Oct 18, 2024 RBI Keeps Repo Rate Steady for Tenth Straight Time
RBI Keeps Repo Rate Steady for Tenth Straight Time

The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) maintained the repo rate at 6.50% for the tenth time. The MPC changed its monetary policy stance from ‘withdrawal of accommodation’ to ‘neutral.’  RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das noted that yields on 10-year government bonds eased, influenced by the

by Amal Anzari
Economy   -   Oct 16, 2024 India-US Relations under Modi 3.0
India-US Relations under Modi 3.0

The US-India Comprehensive Global and Strategic Partnership is advancing with initiatives like the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity, alongside investments in clean energy and technology sectors.

by Amal Anzari
Economy   -   Oct 16, 2024 India-Russia Relations: A Long-Standing Partnership
India-Russia Relations: A Long-Standing Partnership

India and Russia’s long-standing partnership is marked by deepening energy, trade, and defence ties. Bilateral trade surged to $65.7 billion, with growing collaboration in emerging sectors like renewable energy and advanced technology.

by Amal Anzari
In-Depth   -   Oct 11, 2024 India-ASEAN Relations Under PM Modi's Third Term
India-ASEAN Relations Under PM Modi's Third Term

Summary of major developments, initiatives, and partnerships as outward looking India continues to strengthen its ties with ASEAN nations during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third term.

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Oct 09, 2024 RBI Keeps Repo Rate Unchanged, Changes Monetary Policy Stance to Neutral
RBI Keeps Repo Rate Unchanged, Changes Monetary Policy Stance to Neutral

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) shifts monetary policy stance to neutral. Repo rate unchanged at 6.5%, brings relief to lenders.

by Daanish Narayan
Finance, Banking & Insurance   -   Sep 27, 2024 Reserve Bank Opens Privatisations to Foreign Investors
Reserve Bank Opens Privatisations to Foreign Investors

The government's disinvestment plan for FY 2024-25, reportedly for $59.8 million, has a special focus on the banking sector. IDBI Bank, formerly a public-owned bank, is a significant test case for the New Public Sector Enterprises Policy, which aims to boost the private sector's capacity

by Daanish Narayan
Sitharaman Slams EU’s Carbon Border Plan
Economy   -   Oct 18, 2024 Sitharaman Slams EU’s Carbon Border Plan

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman criticised the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and deforestation rules as “unilateral” and harmful to countries like India, potentially hindering economic growth and green energy transition. Sitharaman assured that these concerns won’t derail the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) talks.

by Amal Anzari
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Economy   -   Oct 18, 2024 Sitharaman Slams EU’s Carbon Border Plan
Sitharaman Slams EU’s Carbon Border Plan

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman criticised the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and deforestation rules as “unilateral” and harmful to countries like India, potentially hindering economic growth and green energy transition. Sitharaman assured that these concerns won’t derail the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) talks.

by Amal Anzari
Economy   -   Oct 18, 2024 RBI to Bridge Climate Data Gap with New Information System
RBI to Bridge Climate Data Gap with New Information System

RBI plans to launch the Reserve Bank – Climate Risk Information System (RB-CRIS) to address fragmented climate data. The system will include a publicly accessible web directory and a data portal with standardised datasets, available in phases to regulated entities, announced RBI Governor Das.

by Amal Anzari
Economy   -   Oct 18, 2024 RBI Keeps Repo Rate Steady for Tenth Straight Time
RBI Keeps Repo Rate Steady for Tenth Straight Time

The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) maintained the repo rate at 6.50% for the tenth time. The MPC changed its monetary policy stance from ‘withdrawal of accommodation’ to ‘neutral.’  RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das noted that yields on 10-year government bonds eased, influenced by the

by Amal Anzari
Economy   -   Oct 16, 2024 India-US Relations under Modi 3.0
India-US Relations under Modi 3.0

The US-India Comprehensive Global and Strategic Partnership is advancing with initiatives like the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity, alongside investments in clean energy and technology sectors.

by Amal Anzari
Economy   -   Oct 16, 2024 India-Russia Relations: A Long-Standing Partnership
India-Russia Relations: A Long-Standing Partnership

India and Russia’s long-standing partnership is marked by deepening energy, trade, and defence ties. Bilateral trade surged to $65.7 billion, with growing collaboration in emerging sectors like renewable energy and advanced technology.

by Amal Anzari
In-Depth   -   Oct 11, 2024 India-ASEAN Relations Under PM Modi's Third Term
India-ASEAN Relations Under PM Modi's Third Term

Summary of major developments, initiatives, and partnerships as outward looking India continues to strengthen its ties with ASEAN nations during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third term.

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Oct 09, 2024 RBI Keeps Repo Rate Unchanged, Changes Monetary Policy Stance to Neutral
RBI Keeps Repo Rate Unchanged, Changes Monetary Policy Stance to Neutral

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) shifts monetary policy stance to neutral. Repo rate unchanged at 6.5%, brings relief to lenders.

by Daanish Narayan
Finance, Banking & Insurance   -   Sep 27, 2024 Reserve Bank Opens Privatisations to Foreign Investors
Reserve Bank Opens Privatisations to Foreign Investors

The government's disinvestment plan for FY 2024-25, reportedly for $59.8 million, has a special focus on the banking sector. IDBI Bank, formerly a public-owned bank, is a significant test case for the New Public Sector Enterprises Policy, which aims to boost the private sector's capacity

by Daanish Narayan
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Morning Briefing   -   Nov 15, 2024 Commerce Minister Calls for Repo Rate Cut
Commerce Minister Calls for Repo Rate Cut

Highlights include conflicting views on the repo rate cut, the Reliance-Disney merger, ISRO's proposal to Mexico and views from columnists on the violence in Manipur.

by Daanish Narayan
News   -   Nov 14, 2024 Seaplanes to Connect Remote India: Aviation Minister Eyes North East
Seaplanes to Connect Remote India: Aviation Minister Eyes North East

In line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision to expand national connectivity, Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu announced plans to introduce seaplanes to reach remote areas across India, including the North East. During an aviation conference at Meghalaya’s Umiam Lake, Naidu took a test ride on

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 14, 2024 India’s October Exports Surge by 17%
India’s October Exports Surge by 17%

India's goods exports rose by 17.25% to $39.2 billion in October, marking the highest monthly tally in recent times, while imports reached $66.34 billion, a 3.9% increase from last year. From April to October, non-petroleum exports set a new high at $211.3 billion,

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 14, 2024 RBI Governor Affirms Resilient Indian Economy Amid Global Challenges
RBI Governor Affirms Resilient Indian Economy Amid Global Challenges

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das shared an optimistic view on India's economic resilience, despite global challenges like inflation and geopolitical tensions. Das highlighted the RBI’s measures, including a robust regulatory framework and responsive policy shifts, to address emerging risks. He pointed to improved inflation

by Amal Anzari
Morning Briefing   -   Nov 14, 2024 First Phase of Voting Completed in State Elections
First Phase of Voting Completed in State Elections

Highlights include the inauguration of projects by the PM, India's push for nuclear power, the rise in renewable energy capacity and views from columnists on the Maharashtra state elections.

by Daanish Narayan
News   -   Nov 13, 2024 US Leads in Indian Engineering Exports; UAE, Saudi Arabia Follow
US Leads in Indian Engineering Exports; UAE, Saudi Arabia Follow

The United States remains the top importer of Indian engineering goods, purchasing $9.3 billion (up 6.2%) from April to September, according to data from the Engineering Export Promotion Council (EEPC). The United Arab Emirates (UAE), benefitting from a Free Trade Agreement with India, secured the second spot with

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 13, 2024 Swedish Firms Eye Tamil Nadu for Expansion, IKEA Among Four Exploring New Ventures
Swedish Firms Eye Tamil Nadu for Expansion, IKEA Among Four Exploring New Ventures

Sweden’s Ambassador to India, Jan Thesleff, announced that four Swedish companies, including IKEA, are considering establishing bases in Tamil Nadu. Currently, 70 Swedish firms operate in the State, employing around 25,000 people. Other Swedish companies, such as Scandinavian Robot Systems in Chennai and Jacobi in Coimbatore, will open

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 13, 2024 By-Elections Witness High Voter Turnout Across Multiple States
By-Elections Witness High Voter Turnout Across Multiple States

Voting concluded for 31 Assembly seats across 10 states, with significant voter turnout. Kerala’s Wayanad Lok Sabha bypoll, featuring Priyanka Gandhi Vadra’s debut, recorded 64.27% turnout, lower than the previous 72.92%. Rajasthan's seven Assembly constituencies saw a turnout of 64.82%. Karnataka recorded the

by Amal Anzari
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