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Rush to beat tariffs boosted India's FY25 exports to the US. Can the momentum last?

New Delhi, June 10 -- India's exports to the US jumped at the start of 2025, as tariff threats and global uncertainty prompted a frontloading of trade. But the coming months may test the resilience of... Read More


China's rare earth export curbs are India's wake-up call

New Delhi, June 9 -- The US-China trade war has opened a fresh front, now impacting Indian industry in a big way. China's curbs on exports of rare earth magnets-processed from rare earth elements (REE... Read More


The week in charts: Digital gender divide, UP discoms sale, declining smart devices

New Delhi, June 7 -- A new national survey reveals a large gender disparity in mobile phone usage and ownership. Meanwhile, companies such as Adani Group and Tata Power Ltd are eyeing majority stakes ... Read More


What data tells us about births and deaths in India, in 5 charts

New Delhi, May 21 -- On 7 May, the government released the much-awaited Sample Registration System data, after a gap of three years as opposed to the usual two-year gap, which offered a glimpse into t... Read More


The week in charts: Sensex cheer, tariff truce, satellite scheme

New Delhi, May 17 -- The end of the conflict between India and Pakistan and a trade deal between the US and China propelled the Indian stock markets to put up their best single-day performance in four... Read More


In 5 charts: A month of reciprocal tariff chaos

New Delhi, May 3 -- A dose of "tough love"-that's how US President Donald Trump described the wave of "reciprocal" tariffs he announced on 2 April against several of America's trading partners. Since ... Read More


The week in charts: India's EM rank, PSU bonanza, Rafale deal

New Delhi, May 3 -- India won the emerging market race for the fourth consecutive year in 2024-25 despite hiccups, shows Mint EM tracker. Meanwhile, India has signed a mega deal with France to purchas... Read More


In charts: India's tourism sector stands at a crossroads

New Delhi, April 30 -- The disruptions caused by the covid pandemic are long over, but India's tourism industry is yet to register a meaningful recovery, with foreign tourist arrivals stuck below 10 m... Read More


The week in charts: Trump tariffs, Vodafone Idea's second bailout, PMI cheer

New Delhi, April 5 -- US President Donald Trump announced sweeping reciprocal tariffs on nearly all US trade partners on Wednesday, including a 26% tariff on India. Meanwhile, the government offered a... Read More


Rural revival: Is it premature to celebrate?

New Delhi, April 2 -- A revival in rural consumption demand in 2024 brought hopes of better economic activity. However, a pick-up in demand for rural jobs under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Emplo... Read More