India Maintains 6.3–6.8% GDP Forecast Despite U.S. Tariffs

By BPN News Desk August 30, 2025

Economy National

Chief Economic Advisor V. Anantha Nageswaran reaffirmed India’s GDP growth projection for FY2025–26 at 6.3% to 6.8%, despite the U.S. imposing tariffs of up to 50% on Indian goods. He pointed to the economy’s strong start, with the first quarter recording 7.8% growth, as evidence of resilience.

Economy National

Indian Economy Ends Q1 FY26 on Mixed Note

By BPN News Desk July 3, 2025

India’s economy wrapped up the first quarter of FY26 with a mixed performance across key sectors, reflecting a cautious consumer environment, resilient manufacturing, and divergent sectoral momentum. GST and Consumption Trends Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections in June grew by just 6.1% year-on-year, the slowest pace in four years, totaling ₹1.85 lakh crore.

Economy National

RBI Plans Significant Liquidity Infusion to Bolster Economy Amid Global Challenges

By BPN News Desk April 7, 2025

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is preparing to inject up to ₹4 trillion into the banking system during the current fiscal year in a decisive move to safeguard the Indian economy from mounting global uncertainties. This substantial liquidity infusion is aimed at supporting credit flow, stabilizing financial markets, and enhancing the effectiveness of monetary […]

National

Rahul Gandhi Questions Government on U.S. Tariffs Impacting Indian Economy

By BPN News Desk April 3, 2025

During a recent session in the Lok Sabha, Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi raised serious concerns about the United States’ decision to impose reciprocal tariffs on Indian exports. He warned that the move could severely impact India’s key sectors, including automobiles, pharmaceuticals, and textiles, which are highly dependent on global market access.

Economy National

India’s Fiscal Deficit Reaches ₹9.14 Lakh Crore in April-December

By BPN News Desk February 1, 2025

India’s fiscal deficit for the first nine months of the financial year 2024-25 reached ₹9.14 lakh crore, accounting for 56.7% of the annual target. The deficit widened compared to the same period in the previous fiscal year due to increased government expenditure on infrastructure, subsidies, and social welfare programs. “The fiscal deficit is the difference

Finance

World Bank Forecasts India’s Economy to Grow by 6.7% Annually Over Next Two Years

By BPN News Desk January 17, 2025

The World Bank projects India's economy to expand by 6.7% annually in the next two fiscal years, highlighting strong domestic demand and infrastructure development as key growth drivers.

Finance

Raghuram Rajan: Rupee Fall Not Concerning, It’s a Dollar Issue

By BPN News Desk January 16, 2025

Raghuram Rajan downplays concerns over the rupee's depreciation, attributing it to global dollar strength.

Finance

RBI May Limit Forex Interventions to Keep Rupee Competitive

By BPN News Desk January 13, 2025

RBI may reduce forex interventions to allow rupee depreciation, boosting export competitiveness.

Economy National

Fiscal Deficit Likely at 4.75% for FY25, Capex at ₹62,000 Crore

By BPN News Desk November 28, 2024

India’s fiscal deficit for the financial year 2024-25 is projected to be 4.75% of GDP, according to a report by India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra). The report also anticipates capital expenditure to reach ₹62,000 crore as the government continues its focus on infrastructure development. Sustained Fiscal Discipline Amid Economic Challenges Despite global economic