Author: Swati Pandey

In real effective terms, the Indian rupee has fallen to a record low of about 9 percent, and the change can be considered as almost 9 percent real depreciation, the effect of which can have far-reaching implications on trade, inflation, capital flows, and economic growth. Although policymakers deny that the movement reflects domestic feebleness rather than global currency adjustments, economists believe that the trend is bound to alter the major sectors of the Indian economy. What a 9% Real Depreciation Means Compared to the headline exchange rates, real depreciation modifies the inflation disparities between India and its trading partners. A…

Three senior American Congress members presented a bipartisan proposal to cancel the 50 percent tariffs on Indian imports as part of the Trump trade policy. The relocation is an indication of increasing anxiety in Washington that the high tariffs are damaging American businesses, damaging diplomatic relationships with a major strategic partner, and disruption of global supply chains. Lawmakers Introduce Measure Targeting Tariff Policy The members of parliament have officially passed a resolution to the administration to re-examine and lift the punitive tariffs, citing that they were imposed under emergency trade provisions that are not reflective of the current economic reality.…

Sources close to the government are suggesting that the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) should be renamed to Pujya Bapu Gramin Rozgar Yojana by the Union government. The proposal that is under its in-progress discussion in the Ministry of Rural Development is directed towards rebranding of the flagship rural employment programme, though retaining the fundamental goals and working structure. Proposal Under Discussion Within Government According to the officials, internal consultations are going on regarding the proposed change of name, but the final choice has not been made. The action will be submitted to the Union Cabinet after…

As the world-famous soccer player Lionel Messi comes to town for a special event with fans, Hyderabad is getting ready for a big sporting event. The best part of his visit is a high-end photo op that costs an unbelievable 10 lakh rupees for just one picture. This unusual meet-and-greet has quickly become the most popular event on Messi’s tour of India. Fans from all over the country are excited and interested, and they have strong responses to it. Organisers say that this picture shoot only has 100 special spots that can be filled. If you buy the expensive ticket,…

The holidays are now one of the best times of the year to go on a trip. Winter breaks across Europe turn into bright cultural centers full of art and joy. Some Christmas markets are hundreds of years old, while others are newer and more enjoyable. Visitors can slow down and enjoy the season with local food, handmade gifts, and holiday traditions. Switzerland is one of the few places that naturally captures the spirit of Christmas. The holiday season spreads across towns with snow on the ground, sparkling lakes, and markets full of handmade gifts and tasty winter treats. The…

Chennai – Superstar Rajinikanth, known today for his huge fame and record-breaking earnings, began his journey in film with a surprisingly small paycheck. Rajinikanth took on his first big leading role a long time before he became one of India’s top-paid stars, with a paycheck that was in line with how new he was to the business rather than with how famous he would one day be. K. Balachander, a renowned director, worked on the Tamil film Moondru Mudichu. This was the first big part he did. It was a big moment in Rajinikanth’s career,  from playing minor roles to…

This weekend, Bethlehem celebrated an important event: the city’s Christmas tree was lit up for the first time since the Gaza war. On Saturday night, the event brought together a lot of people in Manger Square. The 20-meter tree, decorated with lights and baubles, lit up the historic square by the Church of the Nativity. It brought joy and a sense of calm to the city after years of war.The event was the first public Christmas tree lighting in Bethlehem since the war caused an end to the festivities. This showed the strength and hope of the people who live…

The United Arab Emirates has officially announced that all federal government workers will get paid time off on January 1, 2026. The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources announced that public sector employees will have the day off for New Year’s Day. The choice follows the country’s yearly holiday schedule and affects all ministries and government agencies. This statement makes sure that government employees all over the UAE can celebrate the New Year with their friends and family. The holiday is part of a broader plan to give workers better schedules and ensure they stay healthy as the new year…

When Bitcoin drops 30 per cent, there are two kinds of people who buy. One group is sure that the party is over and starts to worry. The other person thinks dips are meant to be purchased and sees a chance, so they hurry to buy one. The truth is in the middle of those two feelings. A reversal can be a buying opportunity, but only if the person knows what they’re getting into. Cryptocurrency is not the same as stocks or cash. They don’t have balance sheets, payments, or earnings. Their worth changes based on people’s feelings, how widely…

After the Federal Reserve’s latest interest rate decision, gold and silver markets around the world reacted in opposite ways. As buyers responded to the Fed’s quarter-point rate cut, gold prices fell a little. At the same time, silver prices shot up and approached an all-time high. This difference shows how markets are changing in response to new money policy rules and economic forecasts. Gold doesn’t pay interest, but it usually does better when interest rates are low. But, because gold has recently dropped a little, it looks like some buyers are taking winnings or moving their money around after making…