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  • Niti Aayog drafts plan to shield senior citizens from digital scams January 2, 2026
    India is preparing a policy road map to protect senior citizens from digital scams, with Niti Aayog working on a multi-ministerial action plan. The plan will focus on digital literacy, stronger security and coordinated monitoring as cases of ‘digital arrest’ fraud rise. The initiative will form part of broader elderly care measures, with details likely in Bu […]
  • India announces ₹7,295 crore export credit support package to ease financing for exporters January 2, 2026
    India has launched a significant export support package worth ₹7,295 crore. This initiative aims to make trade finance faster and cheaper for exporters. The package includes an interest subvention scheme and collateral support. These measures will be implemented over six years, starting from 2025. The goal is to boost India's exports by addressing criti […]
  • Labour Codes may spur hiring as firms get more flexibility to restructure January 2, 2026
    India’s new Labour Codes are expected to boost hiring by giving firms greater flexibility to restructure operations. The Industrial Relations Code raises the threshold for government approval for layoffs and closures to 300 workers from 100, easing compliance for MSMEs and mid-sized firms. Experts say labour-intensive sectors will benefit most, though some w […]
  • India manufacturing PMI slows to two-year low in December, but sector ends 2025 on resilient note January 2, 2026
    India's manufacturing sector experienced a slowdown in December, reaching a two-year low as new orders, output, and employment eased. Despite this, the industry concluded 2025 on a resilient note, with strong demand expected to sustain activity. While export orders saw a dip, manufacturers anticipate future growth, though business sentiment has softened […]
  • RBI continues to build forex reserves which rose to $696 billion January 2, 2026
    India’s forex reserves rose by $3.3 billion to $696.61 billion in the week ended December 26, RBI data showed. The increase was led by a sharp $2.95 billion jump in gold holdings and a modest rise in foreign currency assets. Reserves remain near record highs, providing cover for 9–10 months of imports amid global volatility.

 

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