Inflation
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Wholesale inflation increases to 0.73 per cent in December on rising food prices
Business | Jan 15, 2024, 01:15 PM ISTThe positive inflation rate in December is attributed to higher prices of food articles, machinery and equipment, other manufacturing goods, other transport equipment, and computer, electronics, and optical products, among others.
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Retail inflation edges up to 4-month high of 5.69 per cent in December
Business | Jan 12, 2024, 06:30 PM ISTFood inflation, which constitutes nearly half of the overall consumer price basket, increased to 9.53 per cent in December, up from 8.70 per cent in November.
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Cuba announces 500 per cent increase in fuel prices as it struggles with worsening economic crisis
World | Jan 10, 2024, 12:39 PM ISTFinance minister Vladimir Regueiro said the cost of diesel and other types of fuel would face similar mark-ups, while also increasing electricity and natural gas prices. The Cuban government would also open 29 new petrol stations that will solely accept payment in US dollars.
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December sees drop in home-cooked meal prices following sharp decline in onion prices
Business | Jan 08, 2024, 09:53 PM ISTAccording to the the report the cost of a vegetarian (veg) thali fell by 3 per cent to Rs 29.7, while a non-vegetarian (non-veg) thali dropped by 5 per cent to Rs 57.6 during the same period.
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Retail inflation rises to three-month high of 5.55 per cent in November
Business | Dec 12, 2023, 06:51 PM ISTThe Reserve Bank of India has been tasked by the government to ensure retail inflation remains at 4 per cent with a margin of 2 per cent on either side.
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Want to achieve financial freedom? Know stealth principles of building wealth
Business | Nov 26, 2023, 11:24 PM ISTBuilding wealth through investments is a challenging yet rewarding goal. Stealth wealth, characterized by maintaining financial privacy, is gaining popularity.
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Javier Milei: Five things you want to know about the new 'shock therapist' Argentinian President
World | Dec 13, 2023, 11:02 AM ISTKnown as the 'Donald Trump of Argentina', Milei proposed a series of dramatic changes as the country reels from a worsening economic crisis with rising inflation. He won the elections by garnering close to 56% of the total votes, defeating his rival Sergio Massa, the economy minister.
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Far-right outsider Javier Milei wins Argentina's presidential elections after fierce campaign
World | Nov 20, 2023, 07:45 AM ISTA political outsider, Milei's campaign was based on aggressive rhetoric and promises of dramatic changes that drew parallels with former US President Donald Trump. The elections came at a time when Argentina is suffering from record-high levels of inflation and poverty.
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Rajasthan Election Chunav Manch: Heated exchange between Sudhanshu Trivedi, Pratap Khachariyawa
Rajasthan | Nov 16, 2023, 11:31 PM ISTRajasthan Assembly election 2023 chunav mach: Trivedi pointed out the challenges faced by the state, emphasising issues such as increasing crimes against women and the alleged leak of sensitive information.
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India's October retail inflation eases to 4.87 per cent from September's 5.02 per cent: Govt data
Business | Nov 14, 2023, 12:03 AM ISTThe data's release is closely monitored by economists, policymakers, and the public as it provides insights into changes in the cost of living and purchasing power for citizens.
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Believe it or not: Domestic cylinder costs over Rs 3,000 in Pakistan amid inflation
World | Oct 04, 2023, 02:02 PM ISTIn September, Pakistan experienced its first inflation increase in four months, driven by government-mandated fuel price hikes aligned with IMF conditions for a $3 billion bailout program.
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Pakistan: Caretaker govt under fire after fuel prices reach record-high levels
World | Sep 17, 2023, 11:40 AM ISTPakistan's Finance Ministry on Friday announced a price hike of petrol by Rs 26.02 and diesel by Rs 17.34 per litre following clearance from the interim PM.
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Pakistan: Fuel prices at all time high after government announces another hike
World | Sep 16, 2023, 11:55 PM ISTThe fuel price hike comes on the heels of over 27.4 per cent increase in the rate of inflation in August, putting an unbearable burden on the masses, as petrol and HSD are used by all private and public service vehicles.
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Fitch retains India's FY2024 growth forecast at 6.3%, raises year-end inflation projection
Business | Sep 14, 2023, 09:54 PM ISTIndia's economy experienced robust growth of 7.8% in the April-June quarter of the current fiscal year, driven by strong activity in the services sector and robust demand.
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Pakistan to suffer another oil price shock amid economic crisis, fuel prices to cross Rs 325/L
World | Sep 14, 2023, 03:24 PM ISTAccording to Pakistani English Daily, the prices of kerosene would also get costlier by about Rs10 per litre.
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'Inflation lowest in Delhi': AAP MP Raghav Chadha praises Kejriwal's welfare model
Delhi | Sep 13, 2023, 09:51 PM ISTAccording to the data released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, the inflation rate in Delhi was 6.83% in August 2023, which is the lowest among all states in India.
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Haqiqat Kya Hai: Pakistan's Economic worsen; Nationwide protest over inflation
Hakikat Kya Hai | Sep 03, 2023, 11:01 PM ISTHaqiqat Kya Hai: Pakistan's Economic worsen; Nationwide protest over inflation
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Kabil Sibal's jibe at PM Modi over LPG price cut, asks is this not 'revri culture'
India | Aug 30, 2023, 01:43 PM ISTThe government on Tuesday announced a Rs 200 per cylinder cut in prices of domestic cooking gas as it looked to counter the promise of cheaper LPG made by the Congress in upcoming Assembly elections in states such as Madhya Pradesh.
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How will China's slide into deflation impact Indian and global economy? Know in detail
Business | Aug 21, 2023, 01:51 PM ISTThe net impact of China's deflation on India will depend on a number of factors, including the severity of the slowdown, the extent to which it affects global trade, and the Indian government's response.
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PM Modi speech on Independence Day
News | Aug 15, 2023, 10:06 AM ISTPM Modi speech on Independence Day, what he say on Inflation