India's economy is projected to grow between 6.3-6.8% in 2025-26 amid global uncertainties, according to a finance ministry report. The Eco Survey highlights the need for structural reforms and deregulation, emphasizing the significance of rural demand and private investment for growth, despite geopolitical and trade challenges.
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Gold prices soared to a record Rs 91,250 per 10 grams in Delhi, driven by strong buying from stockists and retailers, and heightened international market trends. Growing fears of a US recession and geopolitical tensions have boosted gold's appeal as a safe-haven asset. Meanwhile, silver held steady at Rs 1,02,500 per kg, reaching historic highs.
India's forex reserves have fallen for six consecutive weeks, hitting a 10-month low of $625.87 billion due to the RBI's intervention to stabilize the rupee. Despite this, reserves are still sufficient to cover over 11 months of imports, with the RBI actively ensuring market stability.
Investor sentiment surged on Dalal Street as global tariff concerns eased, propelling the Sensex up by 1,578 points and making India the first major market to recover post-April 2 losses. The rally was fueled by deferred tariffs, potential trade negotiations, and a strengthening rupee, attracting foreign investors back into the Indian stock market.
India's aviation regulator, the DGCA, issued a show-cause notice to Akasa Air for alleged lapses in its operations manual and non-compliance with safety regulations. This follows a recent spot check revealing maintenance issues and pilot concerns about management practices and training standards.
The Union government's efforts on infrastructure development and investments in critical sectors such as railways, defense, power, and data centers is expected to drive growth momentum into financial year (FY) 2026 and beyond, says a report by financial services firm Prabhudas Lilladher (PL).
GQG Partners LLC and Fidelity Investments, among other major investors, have bought shares in Bharti Airtel. Indian Continental Investment sold over 0.8% stake, raising approximately $976 million. Bharti Telecom acquired nearly a quarter of the shares. The sale aims to fund founder Sunil Bharti Mittal's international ventures, including investments in Africa and the UK satellite company OneWeb.
Indian tax authorities have demanded Samsung and its executives to pay $601 million in back taxes and penalties for misclassifying telecom equipment imports. The company was accused of evading tariffs, with seven executives facing fines. Samsung claims compliance with the law and is exploring legal options.
Cognizant has increased the retirement age in India to 60 from 58 to align with market practices and retain experienced talent. The new policy, effective from November last year, also states that unvested stock awards will be forfeited upon retirement and pension funds will close at 58.
Byju Raveendran, CEO of Byju’s, asserts that new evidence submitted in court reveals EY India’s significant role in collusion involving GLAS Trust during the company's insolvency proceedings. Raveendran insists the evidence will expose this 'massive fraud,' with a hearing scheduled at the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal on Tuesday.