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Friday, April 17, 2026
TopicPrivate investment

Topic: Private investment

Does govt spending bring the same economic benefits it once did? Data says no

Fiscal policy must acknowledge its limitations. Govt spending can't manufacture confidence.

India is speeding towards 4th largest economy spot, but global & domestic challenges await in 2025

A big source of uncertainty will be trade after Trump assumes office. However, within India, rural demand is likely to sustain momentum & inflation is less likely to be a big problem.

Economic Survey 2023-24—India’s path toward Viksit Bharat goes through geopolitical challenges

Outlining the growth strategy for Amrit Kaal, the Economic Survey 2023-24 reiterates the importance of private sector investment particularly in machinery, equipment, structures, software and R&D.

Election has come at a time just as private sector was about to step up investment

For the first time in about 30 years, there are strong fears that the overall political consensus on key economic policy aspects seems to be fracturing.

High capacity usage, fresh borrowings & new orders — why FY25 could be a big year for pvt investment

Companies are borrowing more from banks and public. Economists say high capacity utilisation & growing new orders could set stage for renewed investment push by India Inc.

Fresh announcements, higher credit offtake show private sector sentiments might be recovering

New Delhi: India could finally be seeing a revival in private sector investment sentiments, as borne out by an analysis of data with the...

‘Arbitrary’ action by govt favouring certain firms is making investors hesitant, says former CEA

In an interview, Arvind Subramanian points out that private investment is flat and foreign direct investment into India has been falling.

Private investment in India rose in Q1 of FY24, but its benefits went mostly to firms abroad

New Delhi: While private sector investment picked up in the April-June quarter of this financial year, this was concentrated in the transport sector, especially aviation,...

With banking sector upbeat & fresh pvt investments emerging, India’s economy is getting back on track

While bank credit looks healthy, there are signs of stress. Pvt investments show green shoots but merchandise exports are contracting. Foreign investors continue to find India attractive.

Telangana is the success story of Indian agritech. AI tools, soil testing, e-commerce & more

Agritech delivering data-driven services in India is estimated to potentially add $50-70 billion to the agriculture sector by 2025.

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The math behind India’s elections—Why proximity matters

It is one of the most consistent findings in electoral politics: voters are more likely to support candidates who come from their local area.

US ends oil waivers but Russian crude flows to India ‘likely to remain steady’ amid Hormuz disruption

India will need to recalibrate crude sourcing strategy as US ends waivers for Russian & Iranian oil, energy experts say. But Russian crude will likely remain central to energy basket.

Why Siliguri Corridor is strategically important for India & how it is being secured | Cut The Clutter

This special edition of Cut The Clutter, straight from the Siliguri corridor, details the strategic importance of the narrow strip of land in West Bengal, and how it’s a vital link connecting the Northeast to the rest of India.

The world’s in a flux. India must reform, consolidate & build a strong economy

We now live in a world order that will keep shifting. India must use this window. This also means we remain disciplined enough not to be knee-jerked into reacting to what Pakistan sees as its moment in the sun.