Creative economy emerges as India’s next growth frontier: MoS Murugan

IANS | September 18, 2026 4:55 PM

New Delhi, Sep 18 (IANS) Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting and Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs, Dr. L. Murugan said on Friday that India’s creative economy is emerging as the country's next major growth frontier that can open new employment and entrepreneurship opportunities for young people.

India on track for up to 7 pc GDP growth in FY27: Report

IANS | September 18, 2026 2:35 PM

New Delhi, Sep 18 (IANS) India is on course to achieve real GDP growth of 6.5-7 per cent in the current fiscal year, with nominal GDP growth expected to remain around 11-12 per cent, supported by strong domestic demand, accelerating bank credit and improving economic activity, according to a report released by Jefferies.

AI must deliver for ordinary Indians: Ambassador Kwatra

IANS | September 18, 2026 10:37 AM

Seattle, Sep 18 (IANS) India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Kwatra, has said artificial intelligence will gain scale in India only if it delivers practical benefits to ordinary people and businesses, cautioning technology leaders against assuming that American models can simply be replicated.

India’s AI dividend must reach everyone: Microsoft CEO

IANS | September 18, 2026 10:33 AM

Seattle, Sep 18 (IANS) Microsoft Chairman and CEO Satya Nadella has urged technology leaders to ensure artificial intelligence reaches farmers, businesses and communities across India, saying its promise will depend on how widely people can use it and contribute to its development.

Moody's raises India GDP growth to 7 pc for FY27

IANS | September 18, 2026 10:28 AM

New Delhi, Sep 18 (IANS) Global ratings agency Moody's on Friday raised India's​ GDP growth forecast to 7 per cent for FY27, ​from its earlier 6 per cent projection for the current fiscal, as the country continues to show resilience amid global headwinds.