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From IMF, a note on resilience in face of uncertainty
It is a matter of pride that the IMF singled out India for turning into a key engine of global growth, but under the circumstances, it is best not to let the guard down
Does it matter if India’s trends of nominal and real GDP growth diverge?
India’s high real GDP growth numbers reflect extraordinarily low inflation readings. Nominal GDP, which has weakened, offers a better view of the economy for practical purposes. Expect RBI to lower borrowing costs.
Japan: Headed for utopia or dystopia?
Japan’s preference for labour saving technology over import of workers is imposing huge costs on the economy
This Deepavali, let’s celebrate the power of reforms to help India fulfil its dreams
If GST 1.0 was a ‘One Nation, One Tax’ revolution that eased internal barriers, GST 2.0 injects the economy with a booster shot. This is the latest in a series of Modi era reforms that combine policy prudence with the public pulse to brighten India’s economic…
BL Morning report: October 20, 2025
Silver hits $51.25, outpacing gold; markets firm, Nifty nears resistance, Sensex positive, China's economy slows, US bank jitters.
Stock market
BL Morning report: October 20, 2025
Silver hits $51.25, outpacing gold; markets firm, Nifty nears resistance, Sensex positive, China's economy slows, US bank jitters.
Stock Market Live Updates 20 October 2025: Markets hold firm at mid-session; Sensex scales 84,000-level
Sensex, Nifty, Share Price LIVE: The benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty held firm at mid=session on Monday.
At 12:19 pm, Sensex had topped the 84,000 level to quote at 84,401.83, up
+449.64 or 0.54 per cent firmer than its close on Friday. Nifty was at 25,85…
Stock markets surge in early trade; Sensex jumps over 700 points
Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty jumped in early trade on Monday, driven by buying in blue-chips Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank and foreign fund inflows.
Stock markets surge for 4th day; Sensex jumps over 411 points
The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 411.18 points or 0.49% to settle at 84,363.37, Nifty surged 133.30 points or 0.525 to 25,843.15
All bets on second half as Q2 disappoints: Mint survey
Experts are divided on gold's future trajectory, but find IPOs the only confident bet.
Startups & funding
No news for this sector today.
Banking & finance
Does it matter if India’s trends of nominal and real GDP growth diverge?
India’s high real GDP growth numbers reflect extraordinarily low inflation readings. Nominal GDP, which has weakened, offers a better view of the economy for practical purposes. Expect RBI to lower borrowing costs.
Are banks open or closed on Monday, October 20 for Diwali 2025? Check region-wise list
Bank holiday today: Banks in severel parts of the country are scheduled to be closed on Monday, 20 October for Diwali, according to RBI holiday calendar.
Attractiveness of Small Savings interest rates
Rates are higher than required according to the formula; over the past four to five months, G-Sec yields inched up as the market is looking at end of the current RBI rate cut cycle
PNB expects $1 billion hit in transition to new credit rules, CEO says
PNB anticipates a $1 billion impact from new RBI credit rules as it transitions to an expected credit loss framework.
Indian economy resilient but not immune to global challenges, RBI report says
The report reiterates the Monetary Policy Committee's view that current macroeconomic conditions have opened up policy space for further supporting growth
Technology sector
‘Australia will not spare if you’re not in rhythm’: Kaif slams Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma’s lack of preparation after failure in Perth
Kaif cited Rohit's dismissal as an example of how a lack of game time cost him his wicket while playing his favourite pull shot.
IIT Scholarships: Want to study at IIT-Madras? Know about these scholarships
Ranked at 1 in the NIRF Engineering Rankings for the last few years, IIT Madras continues to lead in both academic excellence and inclusive education. Here are some of the scholarships offered by the Institute:
India’s top IT firms face FY26 test amid slow growth, AI deflation and visa pain
The big five IT companies had their weakest year in recent memory in FY25, with two reporting revenue declines and overall growth not exceeding 4.5%. Much of this was because of fewer mega deals, low demand for IT work, and geopolitical tensions prompting cli…
Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal booked after employee dies by suicide, claims harassment by management
The Bengaluru police filed a case against Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal and others based on a complaint by the brother of the deceased.
Does it matter if India’s trends of nominal and real GDP growth diverge?
India’s high real GDP growth numbers reflect extraordinarily low inflation readings. Nominal GDP, which has weakened, offers a better view of the economy for practical purposes. Expect RBI to lower borrowing costs.
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