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Economy

Demand for MNREGS jobs up, but may decline soon

According to the latest data from the ministry of rural development, 28.39 million rural households sought work under the scheme in May, up from 20.12 million in April, reversing a dip to 18.64 million in March.

3 min read8 Jun 2025
Markets

RBI Monetary Policy: Central bank keeps real GDP growth projection unchanged at 6.5% for FY26

The Reserve Bank of India held its second policy meeting for FY26 on June 06, maintaining the real GDP growth forecast at 6.5%.

2 min read6 Jun 2025
Economy

India services activity hits three-month high in May on strong export growth; employment rises by record

The seasonally adjusted HSBC India Services PMI index, compiled by S&P Global, edged up to 58.8 in May from 58.7 in April, staying well above the 50-mark that indicates expansion.

2 min read4 Jun 2025
Opinion

Prachi Mishra: The Indian economy is at a pivotal point

Evolving global conditions present India opportunities, domestic growth is showing momentum and inflation looks manageable, but policymakers must be careful in managing a few key challenges. Here’s why the next few quarters will be critical.

4 min read2 Jun 2025
Opinion

Mint Quick Edit | India’s GDP: A key test lies ahead

Last year’s 6.5% GDP growth was a dip from the Viksit Bharat path, but the economy’s recovery from the covid shock has been notable. Its learnings must feed future policy. Here’s what to track.

1 min read2 Jun 2025
Economy

Growth in charts: GDP-GVA divide, export silver lining, capex push

GDP growth in FY25 was 6.5%, the lowest in four years, but in line with the second advance estimate given by the government in February. However, the current year may prove even more challenging due to tariff-related uncertainties.

3 min read1 Jun 2025
Economy

Indian economy ‘doing quite well’, may grow up to 6.8% in FY26, driven by FDI, urban spending: CEA Nageswaran

Anantha Nageswaran, Chief Economic Adviser, indicated that India's economy could achieve a growth rate of 6.3-6.8% in FY25, bolstered by foreign investments and urban consumption.

2 min read31 May 2025
Economy

India is sustaining growth as fastest growing economy for fourth year straight: FM Sitharaman

India is no longer just a middle-class market where goods can be dumped, but a market that fosters innovation, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman said.

2 min read30 May 2025
News

Growth seen holding up as March quarter zips at 7.4%

Both figures were lower than year-on-year (y-o-y) compared to FY24, when Q4 recorded 7.8%, and full-year FY24 recorded GDP growth of 9.2% (revised).

8 min read30 May 2025
Economy

Behind strong Q4 GDP growth is only mild uptick in economic activity

India’s GDP beat market estimates by 50 basis points, but this may not be an ideal indicator of economic growth during the quarter. Mint breaks down the GDP figures

2 min read30 May 2025

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The Union Budget contains details about the estimated receipts and the expenditure of the government for a particular fiscal year. The Budget is allotted for the upcoming fiscal year, which runs from 1st April to 31st March of the next year. Here is a quick guide on how the Union Budget is prepared

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