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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy Just now (12:04 PM IST)

El Niño Threatens Rabi Output in Rainfed Areas, Puts Foodgrain Supply on Watch

The agriculture ministry has warned that El Niño conditions could tighten irrigation planning and stress rainfed farms during the rabi season, raising the risk of lower output in wheat, pulses and oilseeds. The warning comes as India faces more erratic climate patterns, with the biggest vulnerability concentrated in areas that depend on winter moisture and limited canal or groundwater support.

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National Governance & Policy4h ago

Press Club Condemns Detention of Journalists Covering Jantar Mantar Protest, Calls It Grave Threat to Press Freedom

The Press Club of India has condemned the detention of two journalists, Frontline's Vedaant Lakhera and The Wire's Mohammad Irfan, while they were covering a protest at Jantar Mantar against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The club said both reporters were wearing press IDs and described the police action as deeply troubling, while also criticising a separate West Bengal Police FIR against Maktoob Media as an attack on independent journalism.

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India & World Affairs11h ago

India Moves to Shield Tax Powers as New Investment Treaty Talks Advance

India is preparing to keep taxation outside the scope of its bilateral investment treaty framework, underscoring New Delhi's determination to preserve sovereign control over tax policy even as it seeks to attract foreign capital. A finance ministry note has been circulated for Cabinet consideration while treaty negotiations with four to five countries are under way, an official said.

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National Governance & Policy11h ago

India, EDF Explore French EPR Nuclear Technology and Pumped Hydro Cooperation

India's power secretary Pankaj Agarwal met EDF chairman and CEO Bernard Fontana to discuss the possible deployment of the French utility's EPR nuclear reactor technology in India, the power ministry said on Friday. The talks also covered the evolving regulatory framework for the nuclear sector and potential cooperation on pumped hydro storage projects, underscoring a broader push to deepen Indo-French energy ties.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy27m ago

India trims FY27 market borrowing to Rs 15.99 lakh crore, signals longer debt profile to ease rollover risk

The Centre has lowered its gross market borrowing for FY27 to Rs 15.99 lakh crore, while keeping net borrowing at budgeted levels and leaning more heavily on longer-dated securities to manage debt costs and rollover risk. The finance ministry's second-half borrowing calendar also includes Rs 15,000 crore of sovereign green bonds, underscoring the government's effort to preserve fiscal credibility even as bond yields climb.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance1h ago

RBI Sets H2 FY27 WMA Limit at Rs 50,000 Crore to Back Government Cash Flow

The Reserve Bank of India has fixed the Ways and Means Advances limit for the second half of 2026-27 at Rs 50,000 crore, giving the central government a short-term financing backstop to manage temporary mismatches between receipts and payments. The RBI said it may trigger fresh market borrowing if the government uses 75 per cent of the limit, while retaining the flexibility to revise the ceiling if circumstances change.

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National Governance & Policy1h ago

India's Infra Pipeline Sees Rs 2.88 Lakh Crore Cost Overrun in August, MoSPI Data Shows

Infrastructure projects worth more than Rs 150 crore each reported a cumulative cost overrun of Rs 2,88,122 crore in August 2026, according to the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation. The latest monthly review shows that while delays and inflationary pressures continue to weigh on large projects, implementation is still advancing, with nearly half of the revised project cost already spent.

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Agriculture & Rural EconomyJust now (06:45 AM IST)

Centre Approves Sale of Excess, Unauthorised FCV Tobacco Crop in AP

In a significant policy shift, the Indian government has approved the sale of excess and unauthorised Flue-Cured Virginia (FCV) tobacco crops in Andhra Pradesh, allowing farmers to access authorized auction platforms without facing penalties. This decision aims to alleviate financial pressures on farmers and stabilize the tobacco market in the region.

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Agriculture & Rural Economy6h ago

Six Dead in Uttar Pradesh as Torrential Rain Batters State, Damages Crops and Homes

At least six people were killed and three injured in rain-related incidents across Uttar Pradesh on Saturday as heavy rain, thunderstorms and strong winds lashed the state, damaging standing crops and more than 100 houses. Officials said 63 districts recorded above-normal rainfall, with some areas facing a moderate risk of flash floods after the state received 19 times its normal rainfall in the past 24 hours.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy11h ago

India Can Grow Beyond 10%, Sitharaman Says, Urging Tech Push Across Sectors

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said India is capable of achieving economic growth of more than 10 per cent, arguing that faster adoption of technology and innovation could lift productivity across agriculture, startups and industry. Speaking in Bengaluru, she said the country must overcome cynicism and accelerate its march toward Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat.

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Agriculture & Rural Economy1h ago

Karnataka Announces Rs 2,500 Input Subsidy for Drought-Hit Farmers as Relief Push Begins

Karnataka will provide Rs 2,500 in input subsidy to each drought-hit farmer as immediate relief, Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara said on Friday, in a move expected to benefit 45-50 lakh farmers and cost the state about Rs 1,250 crore. The government said further assistance will depend on the Centre's response and the final assessment of drought losses, which the state estimates could exceed Rs 40,000 crore.

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National Governance & Policy1h ago

India Revises Anti-Dumping Duty on Jute Imports from Bangladesh and Nepal, Grants Zero Duty to Select Producers

India's Ministry of Finance has revised anti-dumping duties on imports of jute yarn, hessian fabric and jute sacking bags from Bangladesh and Nepal, setting zero duty for specific producers while imposing higher rates on others. The updated structure follows the Directorate General of Trade Remedies' mid-term review and will remain in force for the rest of the existing duty period, originally imposed in December 2022.

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