Posted on November 2, 2026
The digital payment environment in India has now reached another significant landmark as UPI Transactions surpassed 25 billion for the first time in October 2026. The recent figures indicate the increasing reliance of individuals on instant digital payments, with millions of people using UPI for their day-to-day purchases, online shopping, bill payments, and money transfer […]
Posted on September 28, 2026
The Supreme Court’s questions have added a new dimension to the debate on UPI MDR charges regarding the legality and rationale of the Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) charged for some high-value UPI transactions made by merchants. On 28 September 2026, the Supreme Court rejected an interim stay on the newly proposed framework by the government […]
Posted on September 25, 2026
With the launch of the ‘Make in India’ program on September 25, 2014, the goal was to build manufacturing capacity, invite investments, generate employment opportunities and make India one of the major manufacturers globally. However, after 12 years, despite some visible effects in certain sectors, the general picture is rather varied. According to the recently […]
Posted on April 17, 2026
India has made significant strides economically as it recorded its highest exports value of up to $860 billion in the financial year of 2025-2026. It is among the highest export values recorded since the creation of the country and an indication of good performance in terms of manufacturing and international trade. Among the major contributors […]
Posted on February 2, 2026
On February 1, 2026, India’s Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2026–27 her ninth consecutive Budget speech lasting around 83 minutes. This year’s Budget was crafted against global pressures including heightened trade disruption, elevated tariffs from major economies like the US, and geopolitical uncertainties. Investors entered the market with tempered expectations, prioritising clarity […]
Posted on January 29, 2026
The India-European Union (EU) trade deal has emerged as one of the most significant economic agreements in recent history, connecting two of the world’s largest economic regions. After nearly two decades of negotiations, India and the EU have finally concluded a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) a pact that promises to reshape bilateral trade, boost economic […]
Posted on December 10, 2025
Microsoft has revealed a groundbreaking US$ 17.5 billion investment to boost India’s artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud infrastructure the company’s largest-ever commitment in Asia. This announcement came after a meeting between Microsoft’s CEO and top Indian leaders, signalling a strong long-term partnership to strengthen India’s digital and AI ecosystem. This investment follows an earlier commitment […]
Posted on October 29, 2025
The U.S. dollar (USD) isn’t just cash; it’s a symbol of global trust and economic strength. It affects international trade, oil prices, travel, and even the stock market. But why does the dollar’s value change? Why is it sometimes strong, making imports cheaper, and sometimes weak, causing prices to rise? Let’s figure it out with […]
Posted on October 25, 2025
The International Monetary Fund predicts that India’s economy will grow at 6.6% for the financial year 2025, which reaffirms India’s position as one of the fastest-growing major economies in the world. India continues to have a compelling economic story in the face of global economic uncertainty, weak growth in advanced economies, and geopolitical instability. Two […]
Posted on July 26, 2024
Unprecedentedly, the Union Budget for July 2024 would be announced by Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman as a policy document guide to steer India’s economy amidst various adversities around the world. This budget shows the stands of the government of the country in regards of economic development, sustainability and concerns of various segments within the society. […]
