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  How much is Israel spending on war with Iran? Conflict sparks budget concerns

  World | June 20, 2025 15:07 IST

  Israel is now spending nearly 1 billion dollars (USD 725 million) per day solely on military operations. The staggering cost underscores the scale and complexity of the conflict that has now entered its second week.

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  India's GDP growth at 7.4% in Q4FY25, 6.5% in 2024-25

  Business | May 30, 2025 18:33 IST

  According to NSO's second advance estimates, the country's economy was projected to grow at 6.5 per cent in 2024-25.

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  India overtakes Japan to become the world's fourth largest economy: NITI Aayog CEO

  Business | May 25, 2025 10:04 IST

  The International Monetary Fund (IMF) projects that India will remain the fastest-growing major economy over the next two years.

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  CM Yogi says Uttar Pradesh emerged as growth engine by contributing to country's development

  Uttar Pradesh | April 14, 2025 15:46 IST

  Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath attributed the recent growth to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership. "Uttar Pradesh is no more an ailing state. It is now the second biggest state in terms of economy," he said.

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  RBI Cuts The Repo Rate To 6% Effective Immediately, Announces Governor Sanjay Malhotra

  News | April 09, 2025 13:09 IST

  RBI has announced that it will cut the repo rate to 6%. Governor Sanjay Malhotra said, "The MPC (Monetary Policy Committee) voted unanimously to reduce the policy repo rate by 25 basis points to 6 % per cent with immediate effect."

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  Jaishankar says India, Ireland to set up Joint Economic Commission to increase trade, investment

  World | March 08, 2025 7:28 IST

  Towards the conclusion of the Irish leg of his visit, Jaishankar paid tribute to Rabindranath Tagore's bust statue at St Stephen's Park in Dublin.

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  PM Modi at NXT Conclave 2025: 'World wants to know India, no need to manufacture news'

  India | March 01, 2025 13:14 IST

  At NXT Conclave 2025, PM Modi emphasised India's rising global stature, stating that the world is eager to understand the country's progress. Highlighting the Mahakumbh of Unity 2025, he showcased India's capability to organize large-scale events efficiently.

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  India Q3 GDP Data FY25: GDP grows at 6.2 per cent in October-December quarter

  Business | February 28, 2025 17:23 IST

  India Q3 GDP Data FY25: The NSO, in its second advance estimate of national accounts, pegged the country's growth at 6.5 per cent for 2024-25.

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  Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana revolutionises fisheries and rural economy in Chhattisgarh

  chhattisgarh | December 31, 2024 12:31 IST

  By converting abandoned quarries into employment hubs, Chhattisgarh is not only strengthening its rural economy but also demonstrating the immense potential of India's fisheries sector under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana.

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  Mahakumbh Mela 2025: How will the grand event boost economy of Uttar Pradesh? EXPLAINED

  Explainers | December 30, 2024 13:30 IST

  Mahakumbh 2025 is gearing up to be a global cultural spectacle. Preparations are in full swing, reflecting Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath-led government's vision of a grand and spiritually elevating Mahakumbh in Prayagraj.

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  India's growth projected at 7%; govt spending, agriculture to boost economy: ADB report

  Budget | September 25, 2024 16:11 IST

  India's economy has shown remarkable resilience in the face of global geopolitical challenges and is poised for steady growth, ADB Country Director for India Mio Oka said.

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  GST collections surge by 10.3 per cent in July, cross Rs 1.82 lakh crore mark

  Business | August 01, 2024 19:57 IST

  In a positive economic development, the government announced that July's Gross Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections have surged by 10.3%, reaching over Rs 1.82 lakh crore. This marks a significant improvement from the same period last year.

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  Maldives: Muizzu thanks India, China for helping its fragile economy in major foreign policy shift

  World | July 28, 2024 17:10 IST

  The marked change in his policy towards India came as in May this year the International Monetary Fund (IMF) warned the Maldives that it faces a high risk of debt distress without significant policy changes.

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  Japan's population declines for 15th consecutive year, birth rates hit a record low

  World | July 25, 2024 10:09 IST

  Japan's population peaked at 127 million in 2009 and has been declining ever since, with low birth rates and high mortality rates. Surveys show young Japanese are reluctant to marry and have children due to bleak job prospects and high cost-of-living.

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  China's economic growth sharply below forecast in last quarter as consumer demand weakens

  World | July 15, 2024 12:26 IST

  The economists cited weak consumer demand and reduced government spending as possible causes for the development.

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  Retail inflation surges to 5.08 per cent in June, Industrial production jumps to 5.9, says Govt

  Business | July 12, 2024 17:59 IST

  Retail inflation increased to 5.08 per cent in June as kitchen items became dearer, according to government data released today. The industrial production grew 5. 9 per cent in May this year, mainly due to good show by mining and power sectors.

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  India's fizzling monsoon could prolong heatwave in north: Report

  India | June 12, 2024 14:43 IST

  India's monsoon rains have hit a snag after reaching western regions ahead of schedule, potentially delaying their spread to northern and central states, according to senior weather officials. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that the monsoon has slowed after reaching Maharashtra.

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  Heatwave In India: Can heatwave impact economy? What all sectors are in danger?

  Entertainment | May 25, 2024 17:36 IST

  Heatwave In India: India is facing severe heatwaves and The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for several states until May 28th. In Rajasthan's Barmer, the temperature reached a scorching 48.8 degrees Celsius, the highest recorded this year.

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  India all set to overtake Japan as fourth largest economy by 2025, predicts Amitabh Kant

  Business | May 12, 2024 14:40 IST

  India's GDP grew at a massive 8.4 per cent during the October-December quarter of the financial year 2023-24, and the country continued to remain the fastest-growing major economy and is poised to maintain its growth trajectory going ahead.

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  Industrial production grows 4.9 per cent in March, 5.8 per cent in FY24

  Business | May 10, 2024 18:37 IST

  The manufacturing sector, which provides quality jobs to the young graduates passing out from the country’s universities and engineering institutes, posted a 5.2 per cent growth during the month.