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Main Headline: India’s US Treasury Purchases Hit Record $15.2 Billion as RBI Dollar Inflows Surge
Main Headline: India’s US Treasury Purchases Hit Record $15.2 Billion as RBI Dollar Inflows Surge
Person-to-person UPI payments will remain free, while the new MDR framework will apply only to specified merchant transactions from October 15, 2026.
India’s combined merchandise and services exports reached an estimated USD 399.27 billion during April-August FY27, supported by growth across services, electronics, engineering goods and non-petroleum exports.
India’s merchandise trade deficit narrowed to $26.86 billion in August as exports climbed 26.1% year-on-year to $43.8 billion.
India’s unemployment rate eased to 5% in August 2026 as rural joblessness declined and labour force participation improved.
Passenger vehicle sales rose 36.5% in August 2026 as cars, two-wheelers and three-wheelers recorded strong domestic demand across India.
Indian consumers shopping for vegetables and groceries in a busy market, representing rising food prices and higher retail inflation.
August WPI Inflation Rises to 9.92%, Food and Fuel Prices Add Pressure
Indian Railways passenger and freight operations showing expanded connectivity and rising freight loading during August 2026.
Indian exporters are adapting to carbon-linked trade requirements as the EU’s CBAM makes embedded emissions an increasingly important factor in international market access.
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