Economy News ( English version)

The US Department of Health and Human Services notified states on Saturday that it would pause public health grants worth about $5 billion, then hours later said it would lift the halt.

Infosys is collecting data on employees' household electricity consumption to mitigate its environmental impact through clean energy. The company encourages participation in a survey aimed at enhancing sustainability initiatives, while promoting energy conservation practices at home.

The civil aviation ministry has invited other airlines to submit requests for operating domestic flights on these newly available slots

APSEZ will invest ₹30,000 cr in development of Vizhinjam sea port: Karan Adani.

Anupam Mittal backs CEOs and founders resigning from their own startups, emphasising that founders stepping aside for professional CEOs is beneficial for companies. Details here.

Budget: expectations would be that it would be yet another opportunity to deepen reforms by pushing manufacturing competitiveness, improving human capital, modernising tax and trade regimes, and reinforcing investment in emerging technologies that will lay out a roadmap for resilient, inclusive, and innovation-led growth.

The upcoming India-EU summit on January 27 will focus on a joint strategic agenda to deepen cooperation across prosperity, technology, security, and connectivity. Leaders are also set to announce the conclusion of the long-pending free trade agreement, aiming to boost bilateral trade and investment.

West Bengal shows strong control over revenue spending in the current fiscal year. This is a positive sign compared to other states. However, the state's capital expenditure has declined significantly. This trend has continued from the previous fiscal year. The report highlights this mixed fiscal performance.

Eight high-potential Indian startups will showcase innovative agri-food and agri-tech solutions at Gulfood 2026 in Dubai, aligning with the government's 'Farm to Foreign' vision. APEDA's BHARATI Pavilion will highlight export-ready ventures, while a Culinary Area will feature live demonstrations of Indian cuisine, underscoring India' […]

India is progressing towards fully automated Income Tax Return filing. Significant steps have already been taken to simplify the process. Further enhancements are needed in data reporting and tax laws. While complete automation is achievable for simple returns, complex cases will retain existing frameworks. The tax system is evolving for a better taxpayer ex […]