IMF cuts China's growth forecast to 4.5 pc amid weak demand

IANS | October 13, 2026 3:04 PM

New Delhi, Oct 13 (IANS) The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Tuesday lowered its forecast for China’s economic growth in 2026 to 4.5 per cent, citing persistent weakness in domestic demand despite strong export performance, a report has said.

India, Czech Republic review defence industrial cooperation and joint ventures

IANS | October 13, 2026 1:25 PM

New Delhi, Oct 13 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday held talks with Czech Republic Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Industry and Trade Karel Havlicek here with the two sides reviewing the full spectrum of bilateral defence industrial cooperation and agreeing to expand collaboration in the sector.