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Centre may restrict fiscal deficit to 4.2%-4.3% of GDP, better than FY26 target

New Delhi, June 15 -- The Centre is likely to narrow its fiscal deficit to 4.2-4.3% of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2025-26, better than its target of 4.4%, driven by higher-than-anticipated divide... Read More


Centre to hold FY26 fiscal deficit at 4.4% despite global headwinds, Pakistan tensions

New Delhi, May 17 -- India is looking to maintain fiscal discipline backed by higher non-tax revenue, despite simmering global trade tensions and a potential spike in defence spending. The Centre aim... Read More


India resilient to economic fallout from escalating tensions with Pakistan

New Delhi, May 7 -- India is expected to weather any economic shocks stemming from a potential escalation in tensions with Pakistan, experts said citing strong macroeconomic fundamentals and domestic ... Read More


India to continue capex focus to drive economic growth amid global caution, says Deloitte's Rumki Mazumdar

New Delhi, April 28 -- The government is likely to maintain a strong focus on capital expenditure, aiming to boost infrastructure and cut logistics costs-key drivers in its ambition to become the worl... Read More


Dividend from public sector cos may swell govt coffers by over Rs.80,000 cr in FY26, all-time high

New Delhi, April 28 -- Payments from state-run companies to the exchequer are likely to cross Rs.80,000 crore in FY26, an all-time high, two people familiar with the matter said, citing strong contrib... Read More


What cooling oil prices mean for India (Hint: A lot)

New Delhi, April 24 -- Cooling crude oil prices are expected to ease India's fertilizer subsidy burden and import bills, in a spot of relief for the economy navigating a raging tariff war. Cheaper oil... Read More


Centre to meet required shareholding norms for Bank of Maharashtra via QIP route in FY26

New Delhi, April 21 -- The Centre is planning a qualified institutional placement (QIP) for Bank of Maharashtra to reduce its stake below 75% in keeping with public float norms, with the sale expected... Read More


Debroy panel finalizes infra investment roadmap; Report due in May

New Delhi, April 16 -- A high-level committee set up by the central government has finalized key measures to boost infrastructure investment, including attracting foreign funds, promoting corporate bo... Read More


Centre urges mutual funds to back PSUs, citing record dividend payouts

New Delhi, April 9 -- The Centre on Wednesday urged mutual fund managers to increase their exposure to state-owned enterprises, citing their strong dividend performance and role in equitable wealth di... Read More