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An Indian delegation will visit the US from April 20 to restart trade talks after a gap of a few months. Officials say discussions will focus on finalising a trade agreement and solving tariff issues. Both countries aim to improve economic ties and decide future steps to move negotiations forward.
Central govt employees will protest on April 16 over the delay in the Dearness Allowance (DA) hike. Unions are upset as the announcement, expected in March, is still pending. Workers across departments plan lunch-hour protests, demanding immediate action. The delay has caused frustration among employees and pensioners waiting for salary and relief updates.
The Sensex rose 1,264 points and Nifty crossed 24,200 after Donald Trump said the Iran war may end soon. Stocks like InterGlobe Aviation and Power Grid gained. Midcap and smallcap stocks also rose. IT and media sectors performed well, while PSU banks lagged. Several companies will announce Q4 results today.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected India’s economic growth at 6.5% for 2026 and 2027, citing strong domestic momentum and easing external pressures such as lower US tariffs. Despite global uncertainties linked to geopolitical tensions, India is expected to remain one of the fastest-growing major economies, supported by stable macroeconomic conditions.
Domestic passenger vehicle dispatches rose 16% year-on-year to 4,42,460 units in March, SIAM said. 2-wheelers grew 19.3% to 19,76,128 units, while 3-wheelers increased 21.4% to 76,273 units. All segments recorded strong growth compared to March last year, reflecting improved demand and positive momentum across India’s automobile industry during the month.
Telangana and Andhra Pradesh have recorded the highest inflation rates in the country, surpassing the national average of 3.40%. Telangana tops the list with 5.83%, followed by AP at 4.05%. Rising prices of essential goods are putting key pressure on household budgets, with the sharper-than-average increase in costs becoming a growing concern for residents.
Here are the petrol prices per liter today in the top cities in India. ★Delhi – ₹94.77, ★Kolkata – ₹105.41, ★Mumbai – ₹103.54, ★Chennai – ₹101.06, ★Bangalore – ₹102.96, ★Bhubaneswar – ₹100.94, ★Chandigarh – ₹94.30, ★Hyderabad – ₹107.50, ★Jaipur – ₹104.72, ★Lucknow – ₹94.84, ★Trivandrum – ₹107.48, and ★Tirupati – ₹109.74.
India’s retail inflation rose to 3.40% in March from 3.21% in February, driven mainly by higher food prices and rising cost pressures. Despite the increase, inflation remains within the RBI’s target range. The uptick reflects early signs of price strain in key categories, though overall inflationary pressure continues to stay relatively contained for now.
Indian equity markets closed lower on Monday, with Sensex falling 703 points and Nifty ending at 23,843. Defence stocks provided some support as broader markets declined moderately. HDFC Life, ICICI Bank, and Adani Enterprises led gainers. Auto, oil and gas sectors underperformed, while IT and FMCG remained weak amid geopolitical concerns in West Asia.
The 8th Pay Commission is expected to revise salaries, pensions, and allowances for central government employees and retirees. Key factors like the fitment factor, inflation adjustments, and implementation timeline are under discussion. While exact hikes are not confirmed, the commission aims to ensure fair compensation.
The Sensex and Nifty opened with record down in early trade on Monday, April 13, 2026. The Sensex started trading today at 75,937.16, down at 1613.16 points or 2.01%, and the Nifty was at 23,589.60, down at 461.05 points or 1.8%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 93.22 against the dollar.
Bhutan is reportedly reducing its Bitcoin reserves and scaling down crypto mining operations, according to blockchain data. The country, once a major sovereign Bitcoin holder, has been actively moving and selling parts of its holdings. Analysts suggest mining activity may have slowed or stopped due to changing economic priorities and energy use decisions.
Unclaimed Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) in India has risen to about ₹10,900 cr across nearly 31.9 lakh inoperative accounts. The increase is driven by job changes, unlinked UANs, KYC issues, and forgotten old accounts. Authorities advise updating KYC, linking UANs, and checking EPFO portals regularly to merge accounts and reclaim pending retirement savings easily.
The RBI has proposed a one-hour delay on UPI payments above ₹10,000 to curb rising cyber fraud. While money will be debited instantly, it will reach recipients after an hour, allowing cancellation within that window. The rule mainly targets person-to-person transfers, leaving merchant payments and routine transactions unaffected to maintain convenience.
India has over ₹2 lakh crore in unclaimed assets across bank deposits, shares, insurance, EPF, and mutual funds. Much of this wealth remains idle due to forgotten accounts, poor documentation, and lack of awareness. Fragmented systems and weak succession planning make recovery difficult, leaving families unable to access money that rightfully belongs to them.