<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Economy - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/rss/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest Economy news with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening!]]></description><language>en-in</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 18:27:00 +0200</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Gold's next test: Fed verdict, crude oil and geopolitical tensions in focus]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gold and silver prices are set for a week driven by major events. The US Federal Reserve's interest rate decision will be a key factor. Geopolitical tensions involving Iran and crude oil price movements also impact markets. Investors will monitor US economic data and central bank announcements globally. Bullion is expected to remain range-bound as traders watch these developments.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/golds-next-test-fed-verdict-crude-oil-and-geopolitical-tensions-in-focus/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 18:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/golds-next-test-fed-verdict-crude-oil-and-geopolitical-tensions-in-focus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Don't make them run from pillar to post': FM Sitharaman asks income tax dept to work for common people]]></title><description><![CDATA[Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urged income tax officials to simplify citizen access to government services. She emphasized that citizens should not face undue difficulties when seeking departmental assistance. The minister also criticized the laidback approach leading to government land encroachments. She promised to address the housing needs of income tax officers in Mumbai. Sitharaman stressed the importance of honesty and integrity in tax administration.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/dont-make-them-run-from-pillar-to-post-fm-sitharaman-asks-income-tax-dept-to-work-for-common-people/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/dont-make-them-run-from-pillar-to-post-fm-sitharaman-asks-income-tax-dept-to-work-for-common-people/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[India’s first hydrogen-powered train saves 3,200 litres of diesel; Delhi route tests next]]></title><description><![CDATA[India's first hydrogen train has traveled over 1,200 kilometers during trial operations. This indigenous project has already saved over 3,200 liters of diesel fuel. The train generates electricity using hydrogen fuel cells, releasing only water vapor. Dedicated hydrogen storage and refuelling facilities have been established at Jind. Further trial runs are planned for the Delhi route to support zero-emission rail transport.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/indias-first-hydrogen-powered-train-saves-3200-litres-of-diesel-delhi-route-tests-next/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 15:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/indias-first-hydrogen-powered-train-saves-3200-litres-of-diesel-delhi-route-tests-next/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IPO rush ahead: Zepto, Shiprocket and 12 more firms to hit primary market; eye Rs 25,000 crore-plus fundraising]]></title><description><![CDATA[India's IPO market is preparing for a busy month with many companies planning public offerings. Over a dozen firms are expected to launch initial public offerings, raising over Rs 25,000 crore. These upcoming issues span diverse sectors like quick commerce, housing finance, and education infrastructure. This activity follows sustained momentum in the primary market throughout the current year. Market participants anticipate robust fundraising as companies leverage improving investor sentiment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/ipo-rush-ahead-zepto-shiprocket-and-12-more-firms-to-hit-primary-market-eye-rs-25000-crore-plus-fundraising/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 13:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/ipo-rush-ahead-zepto-shiprocket-and-12-more-firms-to-hit-primary-market-eye-rs-25000-crore-plus-fundraising/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Market recap: Top-10 firms shed Rs 2.74 lakh crore in value; HDFC Bank takes biggest hit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Indian stock markets experienced a significant downturn last week. Nine of the ten most-valued companies saw their market worth decline. HDFC Bank faced the largest valuation drop, while Hindustan Unilever gained value. Benchmark indices like the BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty also registered losses. This market pressure was attributed to rising crude oil prices and geopolitical concerns.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/market-recap-top-10-firms-shed-rs-274-lakh-crore-in-value-hdfc-bank-takes-biggest-hit/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 12:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/market-recap-top-10-firms-shed-rs-274-lakh-crore-in-value-hdfc-bank-takes-biggest-hit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stock market outlook: Fed policy, crude oil prices and Q1 earnings to drive trade]]></title><description><![CDATA[Markets anticipate another volatile week as investors track Middle East developments and oil prices. The US Federal Reserve's policy meeting outcome will also significantly influence investor sentiment. Domestic economic signals will emerge from the release of June Industrial Production data. A busy earnings season featuring heavyweight companies is expected to drive stock-specific movements. Investors will closely scrutinize the Federal Reserve's assessment of inflation and growth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/stock-market-outlook-fed-policy-crude-oil-prices-and-q1-earnings-to-drive-trade/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 11:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/stock-market-outlook-fed-policy-crude-oil-prices-and-q1-earnings-to-drive-trade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tariffs on trial: Small businesses take Trump's latest trade levies back to court]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two groups of small businesses are challenging Donald Trump's latest tariffs in court. These new levies target goods from sixty trading partners and cover nearly all US imports. Businesses argue the administration failed to justify these measures against individual economies. They contend the tariffs replace previous worldwide duties struck down by the Supreme Court. Legal experts believe these new tariffs will likely remain in place for an extended period.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/tariffs-on-trial-small-businesses-take-trumps-latest-trade-levies-back-to-court/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 04:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/tariffs-on-trial-small-businesses-take-trumps-latest-trade-levies-back-to-court/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Energy security in focus: What India’s crude oil, LPG and LNG strategic reserves strategy should look like]]></title><description><![CDATA[Once completed, the total strategic petroleum reserves capacity will increase to 11.88 MMT, enabling India to move significantly closer to the 90-day reserve target. India is working with the UAE for 30 million barrels of crude of storage capacity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/energy-security-in-focus-what-indias-crude-oil-lpg-and-lng-strategic-reserves-strategy-should-look-like/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 15:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/energy-security-in-focus-what-indias-crude-oil-lpg-and-lng-strategic-reserves-strategy-should-look-like/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Setback for Trump: US appeals court refuses to revive $100,000 H-1B visa fee]]></title><description><![CDATA[A federal appeals court refused to lift a ruling blocking a $100,000 H-1B visa fee. The court left in place a decision finding the fee unlawful while the government challenges it. Democratic attorneys general argued the administration created a new tax without congressional approval. A district judge agreed, ruling the fee exceeded executive branch authority. The appellate panel said the government had not shown it was likely to prevail.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/setback-for-trump-us-appeals-court-refuses-to-revive-100000-h-1b-visa-fee/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 01:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/setback-for-trump-us-appeals-court-refuses-to-revive-100000-h-1b-visa-fee/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump slaps 10% tariff on India, no major impact seen]]></title><description><![CDATA['Not credible', P 19]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/trump-slaps-10-tariff-on-india-no-major-impact-seen/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 00:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/trump-slaps-10-tariff-on-india-no-major-impact-seen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[US stocks today: Wall Street inches higher as crude calms down; Dow jumps over 330 points, Nasdaq trades flat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wall Street saw some relief as oil prices fell, but weekly losses continued. Investors weighed geopolitical tensions, new US tariffs, and the Federal Reserve's policy outlook. Major indices like the S&amp;P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average posted gains on Friday. However, losses in technology firms like Micron and Broadcom capped broader market advances. Concerns over inflation and interest rates remain central to market sentiment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/us-stocks-today-wall-street-inches-higher-as-crude-calms-down-dow-jumps-over-330-points-nasdaq-trades-flat/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 17:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/us-stocks-today-wall-street-inches-higher-as-crude-calms-down-dow-jumps-over-330-points-nasdaq-trades-flat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cabinet approves Ballari-Guntakal rail project to boost freight, passenger connectivity]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Union cabinet approved a Rs 1,264-crore railway project for new lines. This initiative will enhance freight movement and passenger connectivity across key states. The project aims to ease congestion and improve logistics efficiency significantly. Additional rail capacity will facilitate smoother movement of passengers and goods. This expansion is scheduled for completion by 2028-29.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/cabinet-approves-ballari-guntakal-rail-project-to-boost-freight-passenger-connectivity/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/cabinet-approves-ballari-guntakal-rail-project-to-boost-freight-passenger-connectivity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sensex down 900 points, Nifty50 ends below 23,800: Why stock market crashed today]]></title><description><![CDATA[Indian stock markets closed lower for a fifth consecutive session on Friday. Rising oil prices and Middle East tensions fueled investor caution and market pressure. Foreign institutional investors continued their selling trend, impacting market sentiment negatively. Renewed concerns over US trade tariffs also contributed to the overall market decline. Selling in heavyweight stocks like Infosys and HDFC Bank added to the day's losses.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/sensex-down-900-points-nifty50-ends-below-23800-why-stock-market-crashed-today/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/sensex-down-900-points-nifty50-ends-below-23800-why-stock-market-crashed-today/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BHAVYA Rasayan scheme: Cabinet approves Rs 3,030 crore for three chemical parks]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Union cabinet approved a new Rs 3,030-crore scheme for three dedicated chemical parks. This initiative aims to strengthen India's chemicals sector with world-class infrastructure. The Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana Rasayan scheme will be implemented over five years. The Centre will provide up to Rs 1,000 crore grant for each park. This plan seeks to boost manufacturing, attract investments, and create jobs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/bhavya-rasayan-scheme-cabinet-approves-rs-3030-crore-for-three-chemical-parks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/bhavya-rasayan-scheme-cabinet-approves-rs-3030-crore-for-three-chemical-parks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[12.5% to 10%: Why Trump admin imposed reduced tariff rate on India &amp;amp; what it means]]></title><description><![CDATA[US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer announced the revised tariffs on 60 economies on Thursday, one day before the expiry of the temporary additional 10% duties that had been imposed on imports from all countries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/125-to-10-why-trump-admin-imposed-reduced-tariff-rate-on-india-ampamp-what-it-means/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/125-to-10-why-trump-admin-imposed-reduced-tariff-rate-on-india-ampamp-what-it-means/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[India's fertiliser game plan: Over 32 lakh tonnes imported in Q1; strengthened supply chain through overseas deals]]></title><description><![CDATA[India imported over 32 lakh tonnes of key fertilizers during the first quarter. Domestic production of fertilizers reached 115.72 lakh tonnes in the same period. The government is diversifying import sources to mitigate supply chain risks. Long-term agreements are being finalized with overseas suppliers for fertilizer security. India is sourcing water-soluble fertilizers from multiple countries to offset shortfalls.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/indias-fertiliser-game-plan-over-32-lakh-tonnes-imported-in-q1-strengthened-supply-chain-through-overseas-deals/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/indias-fertiliser-game-plan-over-32-lakh-tonnes-imported-in-q1-strengthened-supply-chain-through-overseas-deals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[10% US tariff on India: What it means for the country's exports]]></title><description><![CDATA[United States imposed a ten percent tariff on Indian goods, offering some relief. Economists believe the immediate impact on India's exports will be limited. Reducing dependence on single markets and broadening global reach is crucial. Certainty after months of shifting proposals is a positive development. Sustained export growth depends on competitiveness and diversification efforts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/10-us-tariff-on-india-what-it-means-for-the-countrys-exports/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/10-us-tariff-on-india-what-it-means-for-the-countrys-exports/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['No need to respond in advance': Canadian PM Mark Carney rules out retaliatory tariffs before Aug 19]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canada will not retaliate in advance against proposed US tariffs, preferring negotiations. Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that premature action would be counterproductive at this stage. Ottawa is intensifying efforts to strike a comprehensive trade agreement with the United States. Canada has not ruled out measures if tariffs are imposed by Washington. The country is also working to reduce its dependence on the US market.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/no-need-to-respond-in-advance-canadian-pm-mark-carney-rules-out-retaliatory-tariffs-before-aug-19/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 07:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/no-need-to-respond-in-advance-canadian-pm-mark-carney-rules-out-retaliatory-tariffs-before-aug-19/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[RBI intervention lifts rupee 22 paise to 96.5 despite Brent crude topping $100]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Indian Rupee recovered 22 paise against the US dollar in early trade. This recovery occurred despite crude oil prices breaching the $100 a barrel mark. The Reserve Bank of India's intervention likely helped stabilize the domestic currency. Foreign institutional investor outflows and weak domestic equities capped further gains for the Rupee. Brent crude prices rose amid escalating Middle East tensions and shipping route clashes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/rbi-intervention-lifts-rupee-22-paise-to-965-despite-brent-crude-topping-100/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 07:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/rbi-intervention-lifts-rupee-22-paise-to-965-despite-brent-crude-topping-100/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oil holds above $100 as Red Sea attacks and Kazakhstan outage tighten supplies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Oil prices have sharply rebounded, exceeding one hundred dollars per barrel. Attacks on Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea have revived supply fears. Kazakhstan's oil exports also faced disruptions, adding to global concerns. This marks a significant reversal from recent price declines seen earlier. These events have tightened the noose around global energy supply routes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/oil-holds-above-100-as-red-sea-attacks-and-kazakhstan-outage-tighten-supplies/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 04:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-in/news/india-economy-news/oil-holds-above-100-as-red-sea-attacks-and-kazakhstan-outage-tighten-supplies/</guid></item></channel></rss>