The Union Cabinet approved a comprehensive plan to make India self-sufficient in pulses production by 2030-31 with a major fund outlay.
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India’s Foreign Reserves Stand Firm at $688 Billion Amid Iran War Ripples
Despite global commodity price shocks from the Middle East conflict, India’s foreign exchange reserves held steady above $688 billion in March 2026.
India Generates 50% of Power from Renewables Five Years Ahead of 2030 Target
India surpassed its renewable energy milestone, hitting the 50% clean power generation mark five years before the government’s original 2030 deadline.
India’s Cheapest Renewable Power Is Ready — Grid Must Now Catch Up
India’s renewable energy generation capacity is ahead of target but inadequate transmission infrastructure is holding back full utilisation.
India’s Cloud Services Market on Track to Hit $13 Billion by 2026
India’s public cloud sector is growing at a 23% CAGR and is projected to reach $13 billion this year, according to updated industry estimates.
India’s Inflation Expected to Rise to 3.9% in 2026 Near RBI Target
Headline inflation in India is forecast to approach the RBI’s 4% target this year, supported by strong domestic demand and moderating energy costs.
India’s PE-VC Deals Total $9.1 Billion in Q1 2026 Despite Global Headwinds
Private equity and venture capital activity remained robust in India with 316 deals in Q1 despite geopolitical uncertainty linked to the Iran war.
India-EU Free Trade Agreement Nearing Final Signature After 20 Years of Talks
The landmark India-EU FTA — described as the ‘mother of all deals’ — is expected to slash tariffs on over 90% of goods once legally finalised.
India’s Aviation Sector Handles 420 Million Passengers in FY2025-26
India’s airports logged 420 million passengers in the financial year, with a steady 1.9% growth, reinforcing the country’s status as a major aviation market.
India’s Foreign Exchange Reserves at $688 Billion as of Late March 2026
India’s forex reserves remain robust at over $688 billion, providing a strong buffer against global volatility linked to Middle East conflict.