Number of new firms registered in India clocks 29 pc jump in May

IANS | June 30, 2025 12:09 PM

New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) The number of new companies registered in India surged by 29 per cent year-on-year in May this year to 20,718, reflecting the acceleration in economic activity, according to the latest monthly bulletin released on Monday by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs.

Inflation to average 3.2 pc in FY26, to boost mass consumption: Report

IANS | June 30, 2025 11:11 AM

New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) Supported by favourable weather conditions, inflation is projected to average 2.5 per cent over the next six months. According to an HSBC report released on Monday, a high base effect from the past three years, coupled with robust cereal production, is expected to keep food inflation in India subdued for an extended period.