The Economic Times

Synopsis The India-US tariff deal has been widely criticised as a coerced compromise. While US tariffs on Indian goods have been cut from 50% to 18%, the reduction is largely a rollback of Trump-era economic pressure, not a generous offer. […]

Synopsis India’s economy is set for strong growth, exceeding expectations. The Economic Survey highlights rising productivity as a key driver. However, concerns remain about private investment and the impact of freebie culture. Global uncertainties loom, but India is seen as

Synopsis India’s democracy faces challenges as politicians often prioritize personal gain over public interest. However, the nation’s constitution, crafted by unelected individuals, established vital independent institutions. These bodies, like the Supreme Court and armed forces, command public respect. They provide

Synopsis Despite initial fears of a global recession due to Trump’s protectionist policies, the US and India experienced robust economic growth in 2025, fueled by an AI boom and lower-than-threatened tariffs. However, a potential AI sector slowdown and rising inflation

Synopsis Many Indian analysts and politicians have long argued for a multipolar world. They now have it, formally spelled out in American English. Yet, it’s no cause for celebration at all. China, which claims Arunachal Pradesh as its own, continues

Synopsis India’s Q2 FY26 GDP jumps 8.2%, defying global slowdown. Strong growth in manufacturing, services, and investment signals a structural economic shift, driven by multiple reforms and rising productivity. India’s GDP growth of 8.2% in Q2 FY26 has astonished even

Synopsis In light of India’s ambitious growth targets, there is a compelling appeal for RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra to rethink the relevance of the Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR). This antiquated rule compels financial institutions to allocate a significant portion of

Synopsis India is taking small steps to make the rupee a global currency. This aims to reduce dollar reliance and boost trade. However, past examples from China and Britain show that full currency convertibility is risky. Premature liberalization can lead

Synopsis A controversy erupts over Donald Trump’s signature. It appears on a birthday note to Jeffrey Epstein. The note includes a drawing. Some observers claim Trump’s signature resembles pubic hair. This sparks widespread amusement and debate. The Wall Street Journal

Synopsis Current GDP measurements, primarily designed for goods, inadequately capture the value of services, which now dominate economies like the US and India. Experts suggest that this leads to a significant underestimation of true economic growth, particularly concerning digital services