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GDP: The rating agency said that the risks to our basic forecasts remain quite negative. The world’s renowned rating agency S&P on Friday reduced India’s GDP  ( GDP)     growth forecast for the current financial year (FY2025-26) by 0.2 percent to 6.3 percent. S&P said that India’s gross domestic product …

Gold prices have exhibited significant volatility in recent days, reaching historic highs before retreating slightly. The metal’s safe-haven status has drawn investors amid rising geopolitical tensions, especially after the Pahalgam attack and concerns of a broader India-Pakistan conflict. Global economic uncertainties, including fears of a US recession and fluctuating oil …

Indian stock markets witnessed a remarkable rally, with the Sensex gaining 780 points and the Nifty surpassing the 24,250 mark. Leading contributors to the surge included Reliance Industries, Bharat Electronics, Sun Pharma, and JSW Steel, buoyed by robust earnings reports and positive economic data. Investor sentiment has been uplifted by …

The Indian government has blocked 16 Pakistani YouTube channels accused of spreading misinformation related to the Pahalgam attack. These channels were reportedly involved in sharing fake narratives and propaganda against India. The move is part of New Delhi’s wider crackdown on fake news, especially during sensitive times. Additionally, the BBC …

Market regulator SEBI  (SEBI ) on Wednesday barred stock broker Madhav Stock Vision from trading in securities using its proprietary account. According to SEBI, MSVPL was allegedly involved in front-running trades. Also, according to an interim order, the regulator has barred five individuals from buying, selling or dealing in any …

New Delhi, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday said India is “actively engaging” with the new US administration and hopes to conclude the first tranche of the bilateral trade agreement “positively” by fall September  &October, this year. “We are one of the countries which is actively engaged with the new …

Explain how UPI is now accepted in countries like UAE, Singapore, Bhutan, and what it means for NRIs and tourism. Highlight NPCI’s global vision, compare with PayPal/Western Union, and analyze economic impact.

India’s startup ecosystem is no longer confined to the metros. In recent years, Tier-2 cities like Lucknow, Indore, Bhubaneswar, Jaipur, and Coimbatore have emerged as powerful new hubs of innovation and entrepreneurship. Backed by improved infrastructure, affordable living, and increasing digital penetration, these cities are attracting young founders and talent …

India’s Digital Leap Gets an AI Brain India has been undergoing a digital transformation for the past decade—Aadhaar, UPI, DigiLocker, and more have changed how citizens interact with the government. Now, a new phase is emerging: the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into public governance. From traffic management in Lucknow …

India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) continues its global expansion, now accepted in countries like Singapore, UAE, and France. This development facilitates seamless digital transactions for Indian travelers and businesses abroad, reflecting the growing influence of India’s fintech innovations.