Business News

Minister of Finance : Economy Reviving, But GDP Growth To Be Negative Or Near Zero

Spread the love

Ms Sitharaman further said recent data indicates revival within the economy, with PMI number being the very best since 2012.

Ms Sitharaman said a “very firm lockdown” was imposed beginning Annunciation , with the govt putting lives before livelihood to contain the coronavirus pandemic.

The minister of finance further said indicators show that primary sector, agriculture-related segments and rural India are all doing alright. Exports turned positive to five .3 per cent YoY in September after contracting for 6 months.

The RBI has projected the Indian economy contracting by 9.5 per cent within the current fiscal, while International fund (IMF) and International Bank for Reconstruction and Development estimate the contraction.

India’s quarterly rate of growth has been receding sequentially since Q4 FY18. Ms Sitharaman further said India is constant with its policies to draw in foreign investment in terms of lower taxation and simple doing business.

News Source

Read Related News

Recent Posts

As Ola’s Bhavish Aggarwal Faces Criticism, Zomato’s Deepinder Goyal Receives Praise for PR Savvy

The contrasting public images of two prominent Indian startup founders, Zomato's Deepinder Goyal and Ola's…

1 month ago

Singham Again Trailer Launch: What to Expect

The excitement is palpable as Ajay Devgn and director Rohit Shetty gear up for the…

1 month ago

Hardik Pandya Impresses with No-Look Ramp Shot and All-Round Performance in India’s First T20I Win Against Bangladesh

Hardik Pandya showcased his prowess as an allrounder in T20 cricket, contributing significantly with a…

1 month ago

New Haryanvi Song “Bahu Chaudhariya Ki” Launched by Aman Jaji and Pranjal Dahiya

HR Beat Production has unveiled its latest Haryanvi hit, "Bahu Chaudhariya Ki," featuring artists Aman…

2 months ago

Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro Max: Improved Battery Life and Camera Features, but Missing Key AI Updates

Apple's highly anticipated iPhone 16 series is set to launch on Friday, with the flagship…

2 months ago

Music Director Vipin Reshammiya, Father of Himesh Reshammiya, Passes Away at 87

Vipin Reshammiya, father of Himesh Reshammiya, has passed away at the age of 87. He…

2 months ago

This website uses cookies.