RBI raises FY26 GDP growth projection to 6.8%

The Reserve Bank on Wednesday revised upward its growth estimates for the current fiscal year to 6.8 per cent and lowered its inflation projection to 2.6 per cent based on an above-normal monsoon and the rationalisation of GST rates. Photograph:

Blue and grey-collar salaries in India rise 23% in two years

The salaries of India’s blue- and grey-collar workforce have increased by 23 per cent over the past two years, reflecting the growing demand and opportunities for the skilled workforce, a report said on Tuesday. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff The overall salaries

Sebi extends deadline to implement retail algo trading by April 2026

Capital markets regulator Sebi on Tuesday granted additional time to stock brokers for the full rollout of the retail algo trading framework by April next year, allowing a phased implementation to ensure a smooth transition to the new system. Illustration: