Jai Siya Ram
1. Trump’s 50% Tariffs Begin — PMO in Emergency Huddle
- The Prime Minister’s Office has scheduled an urgent high-level meeting (August 26) to plan targeted relief for exporters, ahead of the U.S. enforcing a 50% duty on Indian goods from August 27. The meeting will aim to shield critical sectors such as textiles, jewelry, seafood, and pharmaceuticals.
2. PM Modi Rallies Support for Small Businesses & Farmers
- Prime Minister Modi reaffirmed support for small entrepreneurs and farmers, promising resilience and policy backing against external economic pressures.
3. RBI Signals Calm Amid Tariff Storm
- RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra voiced cautious optimism, suggesting ongoing trade talks could help limit tariff impact on India’s growth and exports.
4. India Opens Doors to Foreign Banks
- Regulatory reforms continue: India is easing norms in its banking sector—LIC has been reclassified as a public shareholder in IDBI Bank, and Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation cleared to take a near-25% stake in Yes Bank. This marks significant liberalization in Indian banking.
5. India Sustains Strong Economic Momentum
- India’s private sector is thriving—record demand, surging services, strong exports, and a resilient manufacturing sector are helping the economy maintain momentum. This uptick is boosting domestic optimism.
