Public investments in infrastructure have surpassed pre-pandemic levels, hitting 5.87% of GDP in 2023-24. The investments surged to Rs 17.35 lakh crore in 2023-24. The Central government has significantly increased its capital investments, aiming to stimulate the Covid-hit economy. Efforts include long-term, interest-free loans to states and measures to attract private sector participation.
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Brent crude futures rose 47 cents, or 0.73%, to $64.56 a barrel by 0028 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude gained 49 cents, or
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