The reading room
India Economy
-
India’s Economy Just Hit 8.2 Percent Growth but the Tariff Storm Is Closing In
Read the story ↗: India’s Economy Just Hit 8.2 Percent Growth but the Tariff Storm Is Closing InRecord growth, record low inflation and a manufacturing soft patch put the RBI in a tough spot ahead of its December meeting.
-
India Overhauls Labour Rules in Its Biggest Workforce Reform in Decades
Read the story ↗: India Overhauls Labour Rules in Its Biggest Workforce Reform in DecadesThe government has finally activated four long-delayed labour codes, reshaping wages, safety and protections for millions of workers.
-
India’s Growth Engine Hits a Slow Patch as Manufacturing Cools
Read the story ↗: India’s Growth Engine Hits a Slow Patch as Manufacturing CoolsIndia’s private sector just logged its weakest month in half a year, with manufacturing losing steam even as services tried to hold the line.
-
India is rewriting its seed laws after fifty years and farmers are watching closely
Read the story ↗: India is rewriting its seed laws after fifty years and farmers are watching closelyThe Agriculture Ministry has released the draft Seeds Bill 2025 and is seeking public feedback before finalizing a major regulatory overhaul.
-
India’s green workforce is rising faster than its green economy
Read the story ↗: India’s green workforce is rising faster than its green economyLinkedIn data shows hiring for green-skilled professionals is nearly sixty percent higher than the national average, signalling a major shift in India’s talent landscape.
-
India’s services sector slows but stays strong as price pressures ease
Read the story ↗: India’s services sector slows but stays strong as price pressures easeOctober’s services PMI dipped to a five-month low of 58.9, but easing inflation and steady demand signal a resilient economy heading into the festive season.
-
India’s banks are lending fast. Its regulators are earning trust even faster.
Read the story ↗: India’s banks are lending fast. Its regulators are earning trust even faster.India’s financial system is moving in two directions at once. Credit is booming at home while credibility is strengthening abroad. Together, they reveal an economy that…
-
RBI’s Rupee Defense Drains Liquidity, Fuels Bond Purchase Expectations
Read the story ↗: RBI’s Rupee Defense Drains Liquidity, Fuels Bond Purchase ExpectationsThe central bank’s dollar sales to stabilize the rupee are tightening liquidity and prompting calls for open market support.
-
India’s Manufacturing Growth Accelerates on Strong Domestic Demand
Read the story ↗: India’s Manufacturing Growth Accelerates on Strong Domestic DemandOctober PMI rises to 59.2 as local demand drives factory output and hiring despite slower exports.
-
India Plans to Allow Up to 49 Percent Foreign Investment in State-Run Banks
Read the story ↗: India Plans to Allow Up to 49 Percent Foreign Investment in State-Run BanksThe government is considering doubling the FDI limit for public sector banks from 20 to 49 percent to attract global capital and bring regulations in line…