Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

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India's central bank holds interest rates steady: What drove the policy decision, Pg15

RBI maintains steady interest rates amidst favorable inflation, robust growth, and global uncertainties, projecting 7.4% GDP growth for FY26.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

7 Feb, 2026

India's central bank holds interest rates steady: What drove the policy decision, Pg15

RBI maintains steady interest rates amidst favorable inflation, robust growth, and global uncertainties, projecting 7.4% GDP growth for FY26.

7 Feb, 2026

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

Repo rate steady at 5.25%; FY26 GDP, inflation projections raised, Pg15

RBI maintains repo rate at 5.25%, raises FY26 GDP forecast to 7.4% and CPI inflation projection to 2.1%.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

7 Feb, 2026

Repo rate steady at 5.25%; FY26 GDP, inflation projections raised, Pg15

RBI maintains repo rate at 5.25%, raises FY26 GDP forecast to 7.4% and CPI inflation projection to 2.1%.

7 Feb, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

RBI maintains status quo, conserves policy ammunition, Pg10

RBI holds rates steady amidst improved growth outlook and US trade deal, projecting 7.2% GDP growth for FY27.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

7 Feb, 2026

RBI maintains status quo, conserves policy ammunition, Pg10

RBI holds rates steady amidst improved growth outlook and US trade deal, projecting 7.2% GDP growth for FY27.

7 Feb, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

‘Expect funds inflow after the call between Prime Minister and (the US) President’, Pg11

FM expects fund inflow post PM-US President call; highlights private sector investment, capex implementation, and states' debt concerns.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

6 Feb, 2026

‘Expect funds inflow after the call between Prime Minister and (the US) President’, Pg11

FM expects fund inflow post PM-US President call; highlights private sector investment, capex implementation, and states' debt concerns.

6 Feb, 2026

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting Investment Models

High capex to sustain growth, pvt investment also coming: Sitharaman, Pg1

FM Sitharaman prioritizes sustaining growth through high capex, as private investment shows promising signs of expansion.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting Investment Models

6 Feb, 2026

High capex to sustain growth, pvt investment also coming: Sitharaman, Pg1

FM Sitharaman prioritizes sustaining growth through high capex, as private investment shows promising signs of expansion.

6 Feb, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

The Budget and the imperative of fiscal consolidation, Pg6

Union Budget 2026-27 emphasizes fiscal consolidation, infrastructure development, and technology investments to achieve 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

5 Feb, 2026

The Budget and the imperative of fiscal consolidation, Pg6

Union Budget 2026-27 emphasizes fiscal consolidation, infrastructure development, and technology investments to achieve 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047.

5 Feb, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

Rupee, interest rates, to GDP growth: US trade agreement & India's economic outlook, Pg17

India-US trade deal slashes tariffs to 18%, boosting exports, narrowing deficit, and strengthening rupee to 90.27 per dollar.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

4 Feb, 2026

Rupee, interest rates, to GDP growth: US trade agreement & India's economic outlook, Pg17

India-US trade deal slashes tariffs to 18%, boosting exports, narrowing deficit, and strengthening rupee to 90.27 per dollar.

4 Feb, 2026

Inclusive Growth Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

Visible progress, invisible exclusion, Pg9

Budget prioritizes infrastructure and MSME growth, but employment elasticity declines, creating a dual economy with jobless growth.

Inclusive Growth Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

3 Feb, 2026

Visible progress, invisible exclusion, Pg9

Budget prioritizes infrastructure and MSME growth, but employment elasticity declines, creating a dual economy with jobless growth.

3 Feb, 2026

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

FinMin considers raising FDI in PSU banks to 49%: DFS Secretary, Pg13

Finance Ministry contemplates increasing FDI limit in PSU banks to 49% to bolster capital reserves and spur economic growth.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

3 Feb, 2026

FinMin considers raising FDI in PSU banks to 49%: DFS Secretary, Pg13

Finance Ministry contemplates increasing FDI limit in PSU banks to 49% to bolster capital reserves and spur economic growth.

3 Feb, 2026

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

Benchmark 10-year bond yields rise on record borrowing plan, Pg13

Benchmark 10-year bond yields surge to 6.78% post-budget, fueled by record Rs 17.2 lakh crore government borrowing plan.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

3 Feb, 2026

Benchmark 10-year bond yields rise on record borrowing plan, Pg13

Benchmark 10-year bond yields surge to 6.78% post-budget, fueled by record Rs 17.2 lakh crore government borrowing plan.

3 Feb, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

Pushing welfare towards the States, Pg11

Budget 2026-27 witnesses reduced central allocations for social welfare schemes, shifting burden to states amid fiscal constraints.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

2 Feb, 2026

Pushing welfare towards the States, Pg11

Budget 2026-27 witnesses reduced central allocations for social welfare schemes, shifting burden to states amid fiscal constraints.

2 Feb, 2026

Inclusive Growth Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

What the new fiscal rule means for growth and spending, Pg11

New fiscal rule targets 50% debt-GDP ratio by 2031, impacting government spending and economic growth strategies.

Inclusive Growth Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

2 Feb, 2026

What the new fiscal rule means for growth and spending, Pg11

New fiscal rule targets 50% debt-GDP ratio by 2031, impacting government spending and economic growth strategies.

2 Feb, 2026

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Budget 2026 bets big on industrial growth, Pg10

Budget 2026-27 focuses on industrial growth via increased capex, PLI schemes, and MSME support, while maintaining fiscal prudence.

2 Feb, 2026

Budget 2026 bets big on industrial growth, Pg10

Budget 2026-27 focuses on industrial growth via increased capex, PLI schemes, and MSME support, while maintaining fiscal prudence.

2 Feb, 2026

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Investment Models

Those residing outside India can now invest more in equities, Pg9

Budget 2026-27 proposes raising investment limits for Persons Resident Outside India (PROIs) to boost foreign investment and strengthen capital inflows.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Investment Models

2 Feb, 2026

Those residing outside India can now invest more in equities, Pg9

Budget 2026-27 proposes raising investment limits for Persons Resident Outside India (PROIs) to boost foreign investment and strengthen capital inflows.

2 Feb, 2026

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

FY27 debt-to-GDP target at 55.6%; nominal GDP growth pegged at 10%, Pg5

Centre targets 55.6% debt-to-GDP ratio by FY27, nominal GDP growth pegged at 10%; fiscal prudence emphasized.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

2 Feb, 2026

FY27 debt-to-GDP target at 55.6%; nominal GDP growth pegged at 10%, Pg5

Centre targets 55.6% debt-to-GDP ratio by FY27, nominal GDP growth pegged at 10%; fiscal prudence emphasized.

2 Feb, 2026

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Bets on new economy, manufacturing, Pg1

Budget 2026-27 focuses on fiscal prudence, infrastructure boost, and job creation amid market concerns over tax hikes.

2 Feb, 2026

Bets on new economy, manufacturing, Pg1

Budget 2026-27 focuses on fiscal prudence, infrastructure boost, and job creation amid market concerns over tax hikes.

2 Feb, 2026

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Public Distribution System

Finance Minister has bypassed large parts of farm sector, Pg12

Budget disappoints agriculture sector with subsidies outweighing developmental expenditure, hindering long-term growth and sustainability, experts say.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Public Distribution System

2 Feb, 2026

Finance Minister has bypassed large parts of farm sector, Pg12

Budget disappoints agriculture sector with subsidies outweighing developmental expenditure, hindering long-term growth and sustainability, experts say.

2 Feb, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting