Economy.
India's macro prints — RBI data, rates, trade — read for the signal, not the press release. 12 published.
RBI Governor advocates flexible inflation targeting amid supply shocks
Sanjay Malhotra says India's wide tolerance band and neutral stance help navigate transitory shocks while maintaining medium-term price stability.
RBI Bulletin Editorial Committee for May 2026 Listed
The RBI Bulletin for May 2026 names its editorial committee.
RBI Governor flags five gaps in financial markets development
India's financial markets need to broaden liquidity, deepen derivatives, and improve retail access, says RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra.
India's unemployment rate rises to 5.2% in April from 5.1%
Unemployment ticks up
India's trade deficit widens to -$28.38bn in April
The deficit deepened from the previous month.
India's FX reserves at $696.99bn in May 8 week
Reserves rise from previous $690.69bn
India's CPI inflation quickens to 3.48% in April from 3.4%
Consumer price growth edged up, staying within the RBI's target band.
India's bank credit growth rises to 16.01% in April from 15.03%
Bank lending accelerates, signalling sustained credit demand
India's FX reserves fall to $690.69 bn from $698.49 bn
Reserves decline from previous week
India's portfolio net debt outflows widen to $0.84bn in April
Outflows deepened from $0.58bn, signaling sustained capital flight
India's portfolio equity outflows narrow to $6.47bn in April from $12.72bn
Net equity outflows eased sharply from the previous month.
RBI proposes lagged payments and trusted person authentication to combat digital fraud
A discussion paper suggests mandatory one-hour delays on transfers above ₹10,000 and additional authentication for vulnerable users above ₹50,000 to counter social-engineering scams.