The Survey attributed the dazzling run of gold to investors reducing their exposure to the dollar in view of the uncertainty over global policies | Photo Credit: SAHIBA CHAWDHARY Taking note of the unabated rally in gold and silver, the Economic Survey has said their prices are likely to continue increasing due to their sustained…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the Economic Survey, saying it highlights India’s progress amid global challenges and emphasises macroeconomic stability, innovation, and inclusive development for farmers and youth. The Economic Survey, typically presented before the Union Budget, was tabled by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday, 29 January 2026, during the Parliament’s budget session. Sharing…
Image used for representation | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto The Economic Survey of India 2025-26 pitched for developing the debt securities by rationalising their taxation. Economic Survey 2025-2026: Follow LIVE updates on January 29, 2026 The development of debt instruments like corporate bonds, as an investment avenue, would “reduce capital costs, mobilise savings efficiently, and offer…
On Thursday, gold opened ₹1,100 a gm higher than the previous day closing, throwing jewellers off balance | Photo Credit: MURALI KUMAR K Soaring prices of gold and silver are creating operational challenges for jewellers, who are hesitant to book orders from customers in view of the volatile movements. On Thursday, gold opened ₹1,100 a…
Image used for representation only. | Photo Credit: The Hindu Highlighting issues pertaining to urban land use and facilities, the Economic Survey 2025-26, released on Thursday (January 29, 2026) referred to land in major cities as dead capital. “In economic parlance, dead capital refers to assets that are unable to function as productive capital,” the…
Representative image. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphotos India’s pharmaceutical industry is sharpening focus on complex generics, biosimilars and innovation as it moves up the value chain, according to the Economic Survey 2025-26. Third-largest by volume globally and meeting around 20% of global generics demand – with exports to 191 countries in FY25 – the industry…
In today’s era dominated by global uncertainties, India’s financial sector regulators must walk the tightrope to balance growth with stability, noted the Economic Survey 2025-26 which was tabled in the Parliament on Thursday (January 29, 2026). Follow the Economic Survey 2025-26 LIVE “They must strike a balance between openness to global capital flows and the…
Global demand for gold has crossed 5,000 tonne to reach a new all-time high in 2025, mainly driven by investments, the World Gold Council (WGC) said in a report on Thursday. Total gold demand hit a new all-time high of 5,002 tonne in 2025, up from 4,961.9 tonne in the previous year, as the investment…
Representative image. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto The rupee settled near its all-time closing low at 91.96 (provisional) against the U.S. dollar, amid selling pressure from foreign funds and risk-off sentiment in global markets. Forex traders said the rupee hit its all-time intra-day low of 92 against the U.S. dollar amid geopolitical uncertainty and foreign…
Representative image. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphotos Customer acquisition in the insurance industry continues to depend heavily on expensive intermediary networks inspite of the push for digital transformation, Economic Survey 2025-26 said, making a case for rationalising the cost structure. Escalating acquisition and administrative costs have resulted in higher operating expenses for both life and…
