LiveIndia’s Employer Health Costs Set to Rise 10% in 2026: Report
India’s employer-sponsored health plans are set for another costly year. Mercer Marsh Benefits projects a 9.9% rise in medical costs in 2026, matching the trend...
Category : ECONOMY
Why the Rupee Became Asia’s Worst Performer in 2025
India’s rupee has emerged as Asia’s weakest currency in 2025 — and it’s now heading for its biggest yearly fall since 2022. Back then, the...
India–US Trade Talks Progress; Tariffs and Market Access in Focus
India is stepping up its global trade push, with the Commerce Ministry confirming steady progress in discussions with the United States. Reciprocal tariffs and market...
Ultra-Low October Inflation, Strong Q2 GDP Pose Dilemma for RBI
India’s ultra-low October inflation and strong GDP outlook have put the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in a tricky position ahead of its next policy...
India to Train 5.7 Million Workers for Critical Minerals by 2030
India is gearing up to build a skilled workforce to power its critical minerals mission. This move aims at cutting dependence on China and meeting...
India Cuts Coal Output as Power Demand Eases, Stocks Stay High
India is easing coal production as cleaner energy sources take the lead and power demand cools off. With nearly 100 million tonnes of coal already...
India Nears Key Mineral Access as FTA Talks Advance with Chile, Peru
India’s pursuit of critical minerals took a major step forward this month. Trade talks with key Latin American partners, Chile and Peru, gained significant traction....
12 States to Spend Rs 1.68 Lakh Crore on Women’s Cash Schemes: Report
Women-focused cash transfer schemes are rapidly reshaping state budgets across India. A new report by PRS Legislative Research reveals that 12 states will together spend...
India Gets 6-Month US Sanctions Waiver for Iran’s Chabahar Port
India’s strategic foothold in Iran just got a major boost. The US has granted New Delhi a six-month exemption from sanctions for its operations at...
India’s Factory Output Steady at 4% in September on Manufacturing Strength
India’s factory output remained firm in September 2025, with the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growing 4% year-over-year. This matched August’s pace. The consistency highlights...