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Tuesday, January 13, 2026
TopicShaktikanta Das

Topic: Shaktikanta Das

RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 6.5%, has steady growth outlook amid inflationary pressures

In its monetary policy statement, the RBI projected the real GDP growth for the current fiscal at 6.5%, while the retail inflation was projected at 5.4%.

Vegetable price inflation to decline from September, says RBI governor

Although core inflation in India remains elevated, steady easing over the last few months indicates that monetary policy transmission is happening, Shaktikanta Das said.

Inflation has moderated but need to see how El Nino plays out, says RBI governor

Shaktikanta Das said El Nino may not just pose the risk of fuelling inflation further it could also weigh on India’s economic growth.

RBI governor Shaktikanta Das says inflation has moderated, but no room for complacency

India's annual retail inflation eased to 4.7% in April from 5.66% in the previous month, according to data.

With First Republic Bank, US sees 2nd major banking collapse in 2 months. Fed rate hikes to blame

Interest rate hikes by the US Fed were also at the root of Silicon Valley Bank collapse in March. RBI Governor had last week said the Indian banking sector is resilient & healthy.

Why Shaktikanta Das’ lack of formal education in economics is a gift for India

Das has been outspoken about the lack of governance in banking and has called for tighter rules for state-owned banks.

Banks should have adequate capital buffers, liquidity, says RBI Governor

Shaktikanta Das' comments come as the collapse of 3 mid-sized US banks in March led to turbulence in the US & European banking sectors, igniting fears of a spillover in India.

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Grounded no more: Andhra govt revives no-frills Dagadarthi airport near Nellore to boost south coast link

As Visakhapatnam readies a mega airport, the Andhra Pradesh government has revived its shelved Dagadarthi project, aiming to boost cargo and connectivity on the south coast.

Oreshnik, ATACMS & Storm Shadow: All about the missiles Russia and Ukraine are firing

Both the Russian and Ukrainian militaries are leaning on drones, but they’re also firing cruise and ballistic missiles, some of them relatively new and experimental.

Thank you Donald Trump, again. India now has reason to shed fear of trade deals and risky reform

UK, EFTA already in the bag and EU on the way, many members of RCEP except China signed up, and even restrictions on China being lifted, India has changed its mind on trade.