Geopolitical tensions in West Asia are impacting India’s economy, leading UBS Securities to lower its GDP growth forecast to 6.2% and revise inflation estimates upward. Supply-side disruptions are evident, while demand resilience may face challenges if energy pressures persist. Inflation concerns are expected to linger longer than growth impacts.
IRDAI clears investments in private companies, eases infrastructure funding norms
IRDAI has expanded insurers’ investment options by permitting investments in private limited companies, infrastructure SPV debt and repo, reverse repo and government securities lending transactions.
August 1, 2026