New Delhi, Apr 15 (KNN) India’s wholesale price index (WPI)-based inflation jumped to 3.88% year-on-year (YoY) in March 2026 from 2.13% in the previous month, according to data released by Ministry of Commerce and Industry on Wednesday. The rise in WPI inflation reflects the impact of the West Asia crisisContinue Reading
New Delhi, Apr 14 (KNN) Despite a sharp rise in global energy prices amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, the impact on India’s retail inflation has remained limited so far, according to a report by CRISIL Intelligence. The report noted that even after a month since the onset of theContinue Reading
New Delhi, Apr 14 (KNN) India’s strong macroeconomic fundamentals are expected to cushion the impact of a sustained spike in global oil prices, though economic growth could slow by up to 80 basis points (bps) if crude averages USD 130 per barrel in 2026, according to S&P Global Ratings. UnderContinue Reading
New Delhi, Apr 14 (KNN) The Centre is likely to launch a low-cost credit card scheme for micro enterprises later this month, aimed at reducing borrowing costs and improving access to working capital. The initiative is expected to target small businesses registered on the Udyam Portal. Under the proposed scheme,Continue Reading
New Delhi, Apr 14 (KNN) India’s fixed income market is expected to remain cautious in the near term, with bond yields likely to stay elevated due to persistent global inflation risks and domestic policy uncertainty, according to a report by Union Bank of India. The report noted, “Overall, the marketContinue Reading
New Delhi, Apr 14 (KNN) The government should cap testing and certification charges for routine industrial products, as rising compliance costs under Quality Control Orders (QCOs) risk impacting manufacturing and small importers, trade-focussed think tank Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) has said. While the QCO framework is aimed at improvingContinue Reading
New Delhi, Apr 14 (KNN) Rising input costs triggered by the ongoing West Asia conflict are placing significant pressure on India’s manufacturing sector, particularly micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), with industry bodies warning of shrinking margins and potential shutdowns. Industrial Clusters Witness Sharp Price Rise Industrial clusters such asContinue Reading
