RBI Announces $5 Billion Swap To Inject Liquidity

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May 20, 2026 at 12:31 PM IST

Bank Indonesia Hikes Benchmark Rate by 50 bps Amid Currency Pressure

The central bank hiked interest rates by 50 bps as the rupiah weakened on concerns over tensions in West Asia.

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May 20, 2026 at 9:07 AM IST

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Hasn’t Central Banking Moved Beyond Brainard?

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A famous monetary policy principle holds that central banks should act cautiously amid uncertainty. Modern theory worries that excessive caution may itself become the bigger risk.

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May 20, 2026 at 3:31 AM IST

Fuel Prices Raised Again by 90 Paise/Litre Amid Higher Global Crude Costs

Petrol and diesel prices rose again after last week’s hike as OMCs continued passing on higher global crude and freight costs to consumers.

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May 19, 2026 at 1:28 AM IST

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RBI Discontinues Investment Fluctuation Reserve Requirement for Banks

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May 18, 2026 at 12:56 PM IST

Tata Trust Board, CJI’s “Cockroach” Remark, Increased Strength of Supreme Court and More

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May 18, 2026 at 10:09 AM IST

Fuel Price Revision Triggers Reassessment of FY27 CPI Trajectory: Economists

India’s fuel price hike may push 2026-2027 inflation above RBI estimates, with economists warning of broader spillovers across sectors.

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May 15, 2026 at 4:07 PM IST

India Trade Deficit Widens in April, Drags Rupee to Record Low

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May 15, 2026 at 11:48 AM IST

Petrol, Diesel Prices Raised by ₹3/Litre as OMCs Pass on Crude Price Surge: PTI

Petrol and diesel prices rise by ₹3 per litre as oil companies pass on higher crude costs amid continued geopolitical tensions and supply concerns.

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May 15, 2026 at 1:55 AM IST

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Govt Imposes Fresh Curbs on Gold Imports Under Advance Authorisation Scheme

Duty-free gold imports now face a 100-kg cap, mandatory inspections, export-linked approvals and tighter reporting requirements.

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May 14, 2026 at 3:08 PM IST

SEBI Proposes Allowing Municipal Bodies to Raise Funds Jointly

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May 14, 2026 at 10:53 AM IST

Oil Prices Lift India’s WPI Inflation to 8.3% in April, Raise Pass-Through Risks

India’s wholesale inflation climbed to a 42-month high in April, driven by fuel and metal prices, raising concerns over future retail price pass-through.

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May 14, 2026 at 7:37 AM IST

India Approves ₹375 Billion Scheme to Incentivise Coal Gasification Projects

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May 13, 2026 at 1:10 PM IST

Govt Approves MSP for Kharif Season, Raises Support Price for Paddy by ₹72/100 kg

Government raises MSP for paddy and other Kharif crops for 2026-27, with sharp hikes in sunflower, cotton and pulses to support farm incomes.

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May 13, 2026 at 11:07 AM IST

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RBI Governor Says Will Need to Act If Price Pressures Get Entrenched: Bloomberg

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May 13, 2026 at 8:26 AM IST

RBI Malhotra Sees Fuel Price Hike If Elevated Oil Prices Persist: Bloomberg

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May 13, 2026 at 7:41 AM IST

Govt Raises Gold Import Duty Amid Oil Shock, Forex Concerns

Government raises import duties on gold and silver to curb non-essential imports, protect forex reserves, and contain external pressures from rising crude prices.

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May 13, 2026 at 1:54 AM IST

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India’s April CPI Inflation Rises to 3.48%, Food Prices Continue to Drive Upward Pressure

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May 12, 2026 at 11:48 AM IST

Oil Minister Hints at Price Hike, Says Wrong to Link Timing to Polls

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May 12, 2026 at 9:57 AM IST

Managing Current Account, Rupee Stability Key Macro Priorities For 2026–27: CEA

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May 12, 2026 at 7:33 AM IST

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Benchmarks Recover Late Losses Despite Rupee Weakness

RBI Announces $5 Billion Swap To Inject Liquidity

Bank Indonesia Hikes Benchmark Rate by 50 bps Amid Currency Pressure

Fuel Prices Raised Again by 90 Paise/Litre Amid Higher Global Crude Costs

RBI Discontinues Investment Fluctuation Reserve Requirement for Banks

India’s Silver Import Curbs Aim to Plug UAE Duty Arbitrage

India Trade Deficit Widens in April, Drags Rupee to Record Low

Deficient Monsoon, Iran War: A Double Shock to India’s Rural Economy

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