Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with a group of eminent economists and thought leaders on Tuesday to discuss preparations for the Union Budget 2025-26 at NITI Aayog. The meeting focused on “Maintaining India’s growth momentum amid global uncertainty.” Modi emphasized…
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The nuances of direct and indirect taxes, their impact on consumers, and the complexity of GST rates are discussed in this article. It argues for tax simplification, explains the implications of high ‘sin goods’ taxes, and examines how corporate taxes…
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In October, the RBI intervened heavily in forward and spot currency markets with $44.5 billion to support the rupee. Despite significant foreign portfolio outflows and a rise in the US dollar, the rupee stabilized, demonstrating the central bank’s effective measures…
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The Indian economy is showing recovery signs in Q3 FY 2024-25 with an expected growth of 6.7% in the next fiscal year and inflation averaging 3.8%. This provides room for possible rate cuts by the RBI, driven by strong festival…
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Top hotels in major Indian cities like Mumbai, Bengaluru, and New Delhi are offering all-inclusive staycation packages for the year-end, featuring unlimited food and beverages, late check-outs, and spa services. Hotels such as Four Seasons, The Leela Palace, The Taj…
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Consumers face a 5-20% price increase for Christmas items like cakes, chocolates, and dinners. This is due to record-high prices of cocoa and other commodities. Companies like Starbucks, Theobroma, and Barista have all raised their prices. Businesses are trying to…
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