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Govt pushes rare-earth magnet capacity as India seeks greater control over critical manufacturing inputs: Shaktikanta Das

The government is working to build domestic capacity for rare-earth permanent magnets, crucial for automobiles, electronics and other manufacturing, Principal Secretary-2 to the PM Shaktikanta Das said. The move follows China’s restrictions on rare-earth exports, which exposed India’s dependence on Chinese supplies, estimated at 80–90% of the global rare-earth magnet…

The Economic Times · Oct 5

Shaktikanta Das, PM's Principal Secretary-2, says India within striking distance of 8% growth

Shaktikanta Das highlighted India's impressive 7.8% GDP growth in the first quarter of the financial year. He emphasized the role of strong domestic demand and structural reforms in facilitating this growth. Das noted that enhanced governance and digital systems significantly contributed to economic stability and performance.

The Economic Times · Oct 4

Global economy is shifting East, Global South must seize the moment: Shaktikanta Das

The Principal Secretary-2 Shaktikanta Das outlined the challenges and opportunities facing Global South economies during recent discussions. Energy shocks, trade barriers, and geopolitical uncertainties pose significant risks for these nations as they adapt. Strategies focused on food security, trade diversification, and job creation are essential for future resilience. Additionally, rising…

The Economic Times · Sep 29

India’s new central bank governor takes over as economic growth slows and inflation rises

Sanjay Malhotra, a career civil servant, has become India’s new central bank governor as the country’s economic growth slows and inflation is rising

The Independent UK · Dec 11, 2024

RBI keeps Repo Rate unchanged at 6.5

The Repo Rate, at which the central bank lends money to banks, was remained unchanged for the 11th time in a row. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Dec 6, 2024

RBI Governor admitted to hospital in Chennai

The Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Shaktikanta Das has been admitted to a hospital in Chennai. Reports, citing a source say he has been admitted due to acidity.

The Times of India · Nov 26, 2024

RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 6.5 pc, changes stance to neutral to align inflation with growth

The central bank's focus remains on achieving a stable inflation rate, aligned with its long-term target, while fostering sustainable economic expansion. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Oct 9, 2024

Repo rate unchanged at 6.5 per cent: RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das unveils monetary policy

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das said that Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has decided to keep the policy repo rate unchanged at 6.5 per cent. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Jun 7, 2024

Wayward elephant: On the RBI’s rate decision

Price stability can and must be non-negotiable

The Hindu · Apr 7, 2024

RBI keeps repo rates unchanged at 6.5 pc after first Monetary Policy meeting

The Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has decided to keep the policy repo rate unchanged at 6.5 per cent as retail inflation continues to be above its target of 4 per cent. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Apr 5, 2024