Chief Economic Adviser Arvind Subramanian

PM Narendra Modi's meeting with Arun Jaitley, finance ministry officials postponed

PM Narendra Modi was to meet Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, Chief Economic Adviser Arvind Subramanian and other top officials in the finance ministry this evening to analyse the economic situation and explore options to stimulate the economy

June retail inflation at new low of 1.54%, food items dip

"The number of 1.54 percent is historically low and reflects the firm and ongoing consolidation of macro economic stability," Chief Economic Adviser Arvind Subramanian told reporters.

States need to distinguish between rich and poor farmers: CEA Arvind Subramanian

A controversy erupted after NITI Aayog member Bibek Debroy suggested that the agricultural income should be taxed.

Protectionist West can have a big impact on India: CEA Arvind Subramanian

Subramanian suggested that India should follow in China's footsteps to advocate open markets.

Idea of bank to tackle bad loans gaining traction: CEA Arvind Subramanian

Various proposals are being brought to forefront, Arvind Subramanian said, adding, "there is a need to get that (bad bank) thing quickly".

India alert to global financial threats: Financial Stability Development Council

The Financial Stability Development Council (FSDC) met for the 15th time today since its formation in December 2010 to deliberate on the macro-economic situation and financial developments globally.

Subramanian Swamy dumps discipline talks, warns bloodbath if restrained

BJP MP Subramanian Swamy on Friday virtually launched direct attacks at Finance Minister Arun Jaitley issuing threat of a "bloodbath" on being asked to show restraint and discipline, remarks that have not gone down well with the party.

Govt will reassess GDP forecast for the current fiscal year, says Jaitley

With RBI lowering the growth forecast to 7.4 per cent for the current fiscal, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Tuesday said the government will reassess its GDP projections.