India’s opposition Congress accuses the government of weakening the UPI system through new tax legislation, risking increased US influence in the digital payments sector amid fears of foreign market encroachment. India’s opposition Congress party on Thursday accused Prime Minister Narendra…
Underscore Capital’s Pearce Summer Fellowship supports seven early-stage companies developing disruptive technologies in AI-enabled infrastructure, healthcare fraud detection, consumer prediction markets, manufacturing automation, assistive mobility, AI content pricing, and ecommerce retention strategies, fostering momentum for future growth. Underscore Capital is…
India’s government unveils an ambitious blueprint to transform the nation into a $40 trillion economy by 2047, highlighting a focus on manufacturing, digital infrastructure, and social inclusion. India’s government is backing an ambitious plan to turn the country into a…
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlights that India’s 1991 economic liberalisation was driven by necessity rather than choice, emphasizing progress since then and outlining her vision for a developed India by 2047 focused on growth, sustainability, and cultural pride. Union…
The Rajya Sabha considered a ₹54,067 crore Appropriation Bill for 2022-23, facing disruptions and Opposition demands for Home Minister Amit Shah to apologise, amid claims that the Centre has addressed Kashmir’s financial needs following scrapped Article 370. The Rajya Sabha…
India experienced a nearly 3% rise in fuel consumption in July, reaching its highest level since March, with petrol and LPG leading the recovery amid shifting demand trends across different petroleum products. India’s fuel consumption rose nearly 3% in July…
India uses Jaipur’s cultural and historic backdrop to centre trade, industry, and technology cooperation at key BRICS ministerial meetings, signalling its leadership ambitions ahead of the upcoming leaders’ summit. Jaipur has become an unlikely but fitting backdrop for one of…
The Global Trade Research Initiative warns India against changing its UPI fee structure, emphasising the importance of fee-free transactions for small merchants amid external pressures and cybersecurity funding concerns. India should resist any pressure to change its UPI rules for…
Rolls-Royce is accelerating its plans to develop India’s advanced aero-engine manufacturing industry, aiming to double its local sourcing and foster a sovereign aerospace ecosystem through new investments and strategic collaborations. Rolls-Royce says India is steadily building the industrial depth needed…
The Reserve Bank of India remains cautious on adjusting interest rates, citing volatile global energy markets, uncertainty around the monsoon, and inflation pressures driven by food and fuel costs as key factors influencing its stance. Reserve Bank of India Governor…
