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💹 Economy & Policy• India’s GDP grew 8.2% in Q2 FY26, the highest in six quarters, surpassing all forecasts — driven by manufacturing strength, festive consumption, and government capex. • A new…

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💹 Economy & Policy• India and New Zealand have resumed negotiations for an FTA, with the fourth round beginning this week to strengthen trade and investment ties. • PM Modi met top…

💹 Economy & Policy• GST collections rose despite rate cuts, supported by higher compliance and festive consumption under the new GST 2.0 regime. • GST 2.0 reforms, including a rate reduction on…

💹 Economy & Policy• India’s industrial growth remained steady at 4% in September, led by manufacturing recovery and robust infrastructure output. • 8th Central Pay Commission to submit its report within 18…

💹 Economy & Policy• Indians spent $11 billion on gold this Diwali, marking record festive demand and strengthening retail consumption sentiment. • India’s power demand is expected to grow 4–4.5% in FY26,…

💹 Economy & Policy• US and China near a sweeping trade deal, agreeing to pause tariffs, resume key commodity trade, and delay rare earth export restrictions — easing global trade tensions. •…

💹 **Economy & Policy** • **India Inc’s Q2 revenue grew modestly**, while profitability declined about **0.5%**, as higher input costs and weaker exports weighed on margins, said a report. • **Trump stated…

💹 Economy & Policy• RBI’s gold reserves crossed 880 metric tonnes, marking a record high as India strengthens its external buffers amid global uncertainty. • Cheaper steel imports from China, Japan, and…

💹 Economy & Policy• India’s credit growth inched up to 11.4% in the fortnight ending October 3, showing steady lending momentum. • Trump said the recently announced 100% tariffs on China are…