India has secured its position as the third-largest domestic civil aviation market globally , highlighting the remarkable expansion of the country’s aviation sector over the last decade. Speaking at a seminar organised by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) under the Ministry of Civil Aviation , Civil Aviation Secretary Samir Kumar Sinha highlighted the scale of this growth. He noted that India’s aircraft fleet has more than doubled , increasing from 395 aircra

The Union Government has opened the process of public consultation for the Union Budget 2026–27 , inviting citizens to share their ideas and suggestions ahead of its presentation in February. This initiative is aimed at ensuring that the upcoming budget reflects the expectations, priorities, and aspirations of the people , while also supporting inclusive economic growth and long-term national development . Members of the public, including stakeholders from various sectors, ca

The revised advisory under the Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules, 2011, provides flexibility to industries while safeguarding...

The Government of India has announced the Minimum Support Prices (MSPs) for 22 mandated crops for 2025–26. This article provides the latest MSP updates, procurement figures, and the number of farmers benefitted, along with details of major support schemes such as PM-KISAN, PM Fasal Bima Yojana, Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS), and Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF). It explains how these measures strengthen farmer incomes, and reduce financial risks.

In a major relief to the textile sector, the Government of India has removed 11% import duty on raw cotton, effective from 19th August to 30th September 2025. This includes the scrapping of Basic Customs Duty, AIDC, and Social Welfare Surcharge to curb high domestic cotton prices, reduce input costs, and boost export competitiveness.

In a landmark move, Assam reactivates river-based freight transport with the operationalisation of National Waterway-57 (River Kopili). The MV VV Giri vessel carried 300 MT of cement on a 300-km route, marking a pivotal shift toward eco-friendly and cost-effective logistics. This development adds to Assam's growing 1,168 km of navigable waterways and aligns with Maritime India Vision 2030 and PM Gati Shakti goals.

Bangladesh’s first National Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) reveals that 28.9% of children are trapped in multidimensional poverty—significantly higher than adults. With education, health, and living conditions identified as key drivers, the report underscores the urgent need for targeted policy action, especially in rural and eastern districts like Bandarban and Sylhet.

The Government of India has launched the World’s Largest Grain Storage Plan in the Cooperative Sector to address the storage deficit, empower PACS, and boost rural livelihoods. This initiative involves infrastructure development, digitalization, and expansion of cooperatives across villages, aiming for nationwide transformation by 2026.

In Budget 2025, FM Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled the Pradhan Mantri Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojana, targeting 100 low-productivity districts to boost agriculture and credit access. Complemented by a Rural Resilience Programme, Mission Pulses, and new credit scoring for SHGs, these reforms aim to transform rural India through convergence, sustainability, and innovation.

US President Donald Trump announced a 19% tariff trade deal with Indonesia, securing major purchases of energy, agriculture, and aircraft. He revealed India is working on a similar pact, though it remains unclear if New Delhi will accept comparable terms. With an August 1 deadline approaching, Trump warned of steep tariffs on countries like India and others purchasing Russian energy, as the US aggressively reshapes global trade with tariffs and executive actions.

India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is now live in the UAE, offering seamless real-time transactions in Indian Rupees for millions of travelers and residents. With partnerships across leading UAE financial institutions, NPCI is powering the next phase of global digital payment innovation.

India is now the fastest in the world for retail digital payments, with UPI processing over 18 billion transactions monthly, as per the IMF. The report attributes this success to UPI's real-time, interoperable infrastructure and its ability to reduce cash dependency across the country.

India reports continued growth in mineral production during FY 2025–26, with iron ore, bauxite, copper, and zinc posting strong gains driven by sector demand.

In a move aimed at enhancing transparency and borrower flexibility , the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced a new regulation...

In the Indian Bullion Market, 24 Karat Gold was trading over a half per cent down at 99,950 rupees per 10 grams, while Silver 999 Fine...

India's retail inflation dropped sharply to 2.82% in May 2025 , marking its lowest year-on-year level since February 2019 , according to...

Sri Lanka’s economic recovery is expected to lose momentum in 2025, with the World Bank projecting a slowdown in GDP growth to 3.5% ,...

In a major step toward supporting farmers and strengthening India’s food security, the Central Government has approved the procurement...

Nepal’s foreign exchange reserves have reached an all-time high , standing at 18.40 billion US dollars , according to the latest...

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has discontinued daily Variable Rate Repo (VRR) auctions with immediate effect, citing a significant...