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IMF Projects India as Fourth Largest Economy by 2027

The International Monetary Fund has projected that India will rank as the world's fourth largest economy by 2027, surpassing current standings.

18 Oct 2026

Uttarakhand startups surge to over 1,700 in five years, says CM Dhami

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said the number of startups in Uttarakhand has risen from about 700 to more than 1,700 over the past five years.

18 Oct 2026

Punjab National Bank posts 13% profit jump to Rs 5,532 crore

Punjab National Bank reported a 13% rise in net profit, reaching Rs 5,532 crore, according to Daily Excelsior.

18 Oct 2026

Kerala's Karunya KR-772 Lottery Announces ₹1 Crore First Prize to KG 709965

The Karunya KR-772 draw on 17 October 2026 awarded the top prize of ₹1 crore to ticket KG 709965, according to the Kerala State Lotteries announcement.

18 Oct 2026

India unveils new steel policy to foster circular economy and value addition

The government announced a steel sector policy aimed at promoting recycling and higher value‑addition in the industry.

18 Oct 2026

India's Space Economy Set to Reach $45 bn as Government Encourages Private Investment

The government aims to draw private capital into the space sector, with forecasts that the industry could be worth $45 billion.

18 Oct 2026

India Eyes $30 Trillion Economy Amid Global Headwinds, Says Spherical Insights

Spherical Insights' latest report examines India's prospects of reaching a $30 trillion GDP despite worldwide economic uncertainties.

18 Oct 2026

India's $4 Trillion Economy Eyes Third-Largest Global Rank by 2030

India's economy stands at $4 trillion, raising the question of whether it can match the high growth recorded between 2003 and 2007. Sustaining that pace could see India become the world's third-largest economy by 2030.

18 Oct 2026

India Poised for Six Years of 7% Growth, Surpassing 2003‑07 Record: Korean Economist Kim

India is projected to maintain a 7% annual growth rate for six consecutive years, which would surpass the high‑growth period of 2003‑07, according to Korean economist Kim speaking to Moneycontrol.

18 Oct 2026

Analysis: Why India's Post-Pandemic Economic Boom Differs from Past Growth

The Times of India published an analysis exploring the reasons behind India's post‑pandemic economic recovery, noting how this boom differs from earlier growth phases.

18 Oct 2026

Gold Prices in Tamil Nadu on Oct 17, 2026: 22‑carat and 24‑carat Rates Released

Business Today published the official 22‑carat and 24‑carat gold rates for Tamil Nadu on 17 October 2026.

18 Oct 2026

Karnataka High Court Issues Notice on Royal Fragrances' Bengaluru IT Park Land Plea

The Karnataka High Court has issued a notice in response to a petition by Royal Fragrances seeking action over a land dispute in Bengaluru's IT Park.

18 Oct 2026