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UN agency flags India growth slowdown to 6.4% in FY27 as Iran war fuels global inflation, cost pressures

NEW DELHI, May 20 -- India's economy is expected to grow 6.4% in fiscal 2026-27, slowing from an estimated 7.5% expansion in FY26, as the West Asia conflict raises energy import costs, tightens financ... Read More


Italy and India: A strategic partnership for the Indo-Mediterranean

New Delhi, May 20 -- The relationship between India and Italy has now reached a decisive stage, evolving from a cordial friendship into a special strategic partnership grounded in the values of freedo... Read More


PM SVANidhi Scheme, PM Mudra Yojana may face loan repayment stress amid West Asia war

New Delhi, May 20 -- Policy planners expect some repayment stress to affect small-ticket loans disbursed under two flagship government schemes-PM SVANidhi Scheme and Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana-in the... Read More


RBI to inject liquidity through long term USD/INR Buy/Sell Swap auction of US$5 billion

Mumbai, May 20 -- Reserve Bank of India has noted today that on a review of current and evolving liquidity conditions; it has been decided to conduct a USD/INR Buy/Sell swap auction of USD 5 billion f... Read More


FBR offices to remain open on May 23-24 for tax collectionPublished on: May 20, 2026 5:14 AM

Pakistan, May 20 -- The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) on Tuesday said that all its field formations across the country will remain open on Saturday and Sunday, May 23 and 24, 2026, for collection of ... Read More


UN, partners appeal for $710.5mn for Rohingya as return hopes fade amid funding crunch

Dhaka, May 20 -- The United Nations (UN) and its partners have launched a joint appeal for $710.5 million to meet the critical humanitarian needs of Rohingya refugees and their Bangladeshi host commun... Read More


Earnings pops prove short-lived amid volatile markets

Mumbai, May 20 -- India's earnings season is sending a clear message to investors: Quarterly earnings beats alone are no longer enough to keep stocks flying. While several companies managed to revers... Read More


JSW Dulux reports strong FY26 profits; targets growth in FY27

New Delhi, May 20 -- JSW Dulux closed fiscal year 2026 (FY26) with a record net consolidated profit after tax (PAT) of Rs.1,973.8 crore, marking a staggering fivefold increase from the Rs.429.5 crore ... Read More


JET2 Summer Flight Fuel: Will Jet2 Flights Be Cancelled This Summer Amid Jet Fuel Supply Concerns? Here's What the Airline Said

India, May 20 -- British airline and holiday operator Jet2 has issued a fresh update on jet fuel supplies ahead of the busy summer travel season, assuring customers that flights and holiday packages w... Read More


Corporate financial sheets are hiding real sales data, says NBR chief

Dhaka, May 20 -- National Revenue Board (NBR) Chairman Abdur Rahman Khan has launched a sharp critique of Bangladesh's corporate sector, alleging that the true picture of annual sales and turnover is ... Read More