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NITI Aayog launches the "Fiscal Health Index 2025"

The report also highlights state-specific challenges and areas for improvement.

Convergence of Science and Spirituality ensures a healthier future

Speech of Dr. Prasun Mishra, President AAPM, Chair, WISE Capitals on the 15th World Confluence of Humanity, Power and Spirituality on 27th December 2024

The Crisis in Bolivia

Political leaders must put aside their rivalries and focus on stabilizing the economy.

Assam Government hosts successful Investors' Roadshow in Kolkata

The Assam Government organized a highly successful Investors' Roadshow at Hotel Taj Bengal, Kolkata, serving as a prelude to the much-anticipated \"Advantage Assam 2.0: Investment and Infrastructure Summit 2025.\"

India needs to reform both global and domestic policies to boost core sector growth

The core sector, consisting of key industries such as petroleum and refining, electricity generation, steel production, coal mining, crude oil, natural gas, cement, and fertilizers, requires comprehensive policy reforms to enhance its contribution to the overall industrial output.

Understanding the implications of India's revised GDP growth outlook

India's GDP growth rate forecast for FY25 has recently been revised downwards by several institutions, reflecting a broader economic slowdown.

Achievements and Challenges of a Decade of 'Make in India'

The 'Make in India' initiative, launched in 2014, marks a significant milestone as it completes a decade of efforts to position India as a global manufacturing hub.

Indian Rupee depreciation against the dollar: Why it's not a cause for concern

The daily fluctuations in the exchange rate of the Indian rupee against the dollar have kept the media busy, with many analyses trying to determine the reasons behind its depreciation.

EIILM-Kolkata launches 'MBA Cloud ERP with SAP' in Eastern India

EIILM-Kolkata, a leading Management Institute of Eastern India has taken a historic step towards uplifting the quality of management education in this part of the country.

The IMF World Economic Outlook, January 2025 - An analysis/review

On January 17, 2025, the International Monetary Fund On January 17, 2025, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) released its World Economic Outlook (WEO) update, titled \"Global Growth: Divergent and Uncertain.\"

Shaky core sector performance putting pressure on GDP figures

India's gross domestic product growth has slumped to a seven-quarter low of 5.4% in July to September 2024 quarter much lower than even the most pessimistic projections.

What will be RBI'S response in the midst of growth vs inflation?

The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) Monetary Policy Commitee (MPC) is set to meet from February 5-7 to decide whether to change or continue the current Repo rate at 6.50%.

Bank of Baroda, Kolkata Zone organised Mega Kisan Melas in West Bengal

Bank of Baroda (BOB) organised Mega Kisan Mela at Konkalitala in Birbhum District of West Bengal on November 18, 2024 as a part of the 7th Edition of the Baroda Kisan Pakhwada (BKP).

Time-Bound Disposal of Cases to Expedite the Delivery of Justice and affordabe by all in India

The delay in the disposal of cases in Indian courts remains a significant hurdle to the nation's progress.

Dev Deepawali: A grand celebration of light, spirituality, and culture in Varanasi

The holy city of Varanasi, often regarded as India's spiritual and cultural heart, came alive with the splendor of Dev Deepawali on the sacred day of Kartik Purnima.

The life of Job 'Ye judge not the judgment of God' - Jesus Christ

The Holy Bible reveals through the life of Job how the Lord tests the righteous and that faith helps one to overcome life's adversities.

India has the highest potential for the garment industry, only a conducive government policy is required.

India's textile industry is poised for remarkable growth, with expectations to double its contribution to the GDP within the next six to seven years.

Global Public Debt may be worse than it appears, warns IMF

Global Public Debt Set to Exceed $100 Trillion, Warns IMF

The economic consequences of Trump's Presidency: A global perspective

One of the key economic factors contributing to the Democrats' loss in the US elections was the significant rise in inflation, which was initially triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic and exacerbated by the Russia-Ukraine war.

Challenges and Successes in West Bengal's Education Sector: A Comprehensive Overview

The education system in West Bengal, particularly in districts, villages, slums, and government institutions, reflects a blend of progress and ongoing challenges.

What India can expect from Trump's return

I may be too early to predict how Donald Trump's second term as president will impact the global oil market.

Stocks Surge Following Donald Trump's Election as 47th President of the USA

Stocks soared following the election of Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States. Investors anticipated that the Information Technology (IT) sector would benefit from lower corporate taxes under the Republican regime, with IT stocks leading the rally.

Deposit shortage: challenges facing India's banking ecosystem

In any macroeconomic framework, the household sector plays a critical role as a driver consumption, savings, and overall economic activity.

India's future dreams in Semiconductors & AI

A midst the gloom of the RG Kar affair or the Tirupati laddu scam or even the continued terrorist attacks in Jammu & Kashmir, even after the completion of the first general election in the state, we find hope and encouragement when the founder of Nvidia, Jensen Huang, in his recent visit to India says \"India will be a gigantic opportunity for us\".

The Ramayana: Justice and Modern Man

Consisting of Twenty-Four Thousand worthy Sanskrit verses, the Ramayana is one such epic, which provides a pathway to one committed to justice to establish himself as an ideal human being by following the exemplary life of its hero.

Vallabhbhai Patel: A Sardar of Farmers, A Matchless Social Reformer and the Maker of United India

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was instrumental in unifying the princely states to form the Union of India.

Understanding Prosperity: NOBEL Prize awarded for groundbreaking research on institutions and economic development

The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has awarded the Memory of Alfred Nobel to three US-based economistsDaron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson, and James A. Robinson\"for their studies on how institutions are formed and affect prosperity.\"

Sinking Resources: Groundwater crisis and sustainable solutions in Kolkata

Kolkata's underground water crisis is becoming a serious issue, driven by rapid urbanization and the construction of high-rise buildings.

Tourism Industry positively impacted by the festive season

Diwali transforms streets into a spectacle of festive lights, Diwali transforms streets into olis, and families gearing up for grand celebrations.

RBI's Shift to a Neutral Stance: Signaling a New Phase in Monetary Policy

For over a year, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has taken a firm stance against inflation, raising interest rates by 250 basis points between May 2022 and February 2023 in response to post-pandemic price pressures.