Chief Economic Adviser Assesses War Impact on Indian Economy

In light of the ongoing conflict in West Asia, Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran offers insights into its potential impact on the Indian economy. While he acknowledges market volatility and uncertainty among investors, he suggests it’s too early to determine the specific consequences for India. Nageswaran emphasizes the need for close monitoring of the…

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India’s Debt Situation Compared to China: IMF Insights.

In a recent interview, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) shed light on India’s debt situation in comparison to China’s and provided guidance on fiscal consolidation. While India’s debt-to-GDP ratio stands at 81.9%, closely resembling China’s 83%, the IMF suggests that India’s risks associated with this debt are more manageable. India’s Debt and Fiscal Deficit: India’s…

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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Emphasizes Domestic Consumption and Investment for India’s Growth…

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman underscored the drivers of India’s economic growth during her recent address at the World Bank’s development committee meeting. She emphasized the significance of domestic consumption and investment in propelling the country’s growth momentum while acknowledging the need for vigilance due to global and regional uncertainties that could exert inflationary pressures. Domestic…

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Mastercard CFO Sachin Mehra Discusses UPI: Impressive Yet Painful.

In a recent development, Mastercard’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Sachin Mehra, shared his insights on India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI). While he described UPI as “impressive on multiple fronts,” he also expressed concerns about the challenges and financial losses experienced by participants in this ecosystem. Mastercard CFO’s Perspective on UPI: Speaking at a UBS conference,…

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IMF Raises India’s Growth Forecast to 6.3% for FY24: World Economic Outlook.

Introduction: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised its growth forecast for India, indicating that the Indian economy will expand faster than previously estimated in the fiscal year 2023-24. This optimistic outlook cements India’s position as the world’s fastest-growing major economy for this year and the next. However, the global economic landscape is facing its…

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