The RBI Governor is the head of the Reserve Bank of India and plays a key role in shaping the country’s monetary policy and financial stability. The Governor oversees interest rate decisions, banking regulation and currency management. Their policies influence inflation, loans, savings and market sentiment. This topic page tracks major announcements, policy actions, speeches and their impact on India’s economy and financial markets.
In an exclusive interview with India Today, former Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Duvvuri Subbarao said that the rupee's depreciation is a matter of concern, but there is no need to get alarmed about it.
Former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan warned that if the US-Israeli war against Iran continues beyond a month, oil prices could surge to $150-$200 per barrel, potentially triggering a global recession.
Premium petrol prices in India have been hiked by rupees two per litre while regular fuel rates remained unchanged amid escalating West Asia tensions.
On this special year-ender edition of the Democratic Newsroom, the India Today panel reviews the defining moments and figures of 2025. One speaker identifies 'Trumpian turbulence' as the year's dominant force, citing Donald Trump's disruption of the global order and foreign policy impact. Another view highlights the 'Women of India' as true trailblazers, celebrating achievements in sports, defense, and the electoral arena. The discussion also covers India's financial architecture overhaul led by the Reserve Bank of India and the decisive 'Operation Sindoor' against cross-border terror. The programme debates the contrast between global instability and India's assertive growth, while also touching upon the challenges facing democracies worldwide.
In an exclusive interview with India Today, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra described the Indian economy as being in a 'Goldilocks period' characterised by high GDP growth of 8 per cent and low inflation.
In an exclusive interview with India Today, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra describes the Indian economy as being in a 'Goldilocks period' characterized by high growth and low inflation. Reflecting on his first year in office, Malhotra highlights the central bank's decision to cut the policy rate by 125 basis points since February 2025 to 5.25%, citing benign inflation and a neutral policy stance. He projects a robust 7.3% GDP growth for the current fiscal year despite global headwinds like US tariffs and geopolitical tensions. Addressing concerns about the rupee crossing 90 to the dollar, Malhotra asserts the RBI does not target a specific level but focuses on curbing undue volatility. He also notes improvements in the banking sector's asset quality and expresses confidence in sustaining growth momentum through consumption and private investment.
On this edition of the Business Today and India Today TV CoLab, Anchor Abha Bakaya and Chief Analyst Shailendra Bhatnagar track the market opening action. The big breaking news is Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra’s statement to the Financial Times, indicating that interest rates are likely to remain low for a long period. Malhotra also notes that the central bank’s forecasts have not yet factored in the potential impact of trade agreements with the US and Europe. Market Expert Sharad Avasthi joins the show to discuss the passing of the insurance bill and the surge in silver prices to a record Rs 2.05 lakh per kg. The show also covers the upcoming SEBI board meeting, Zepto’s $500 million IPO plans, and Ola Electric’s promoter stake sale.
This special report focuses on a potential breakthrough in India-US trade talks, with key figures Donald Trump, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra at the centre of developments. Trump has claimed, 'he assured me today that they will not be buying oil from Russia'. This statement has fueled speculation about an imminent trade deal, which RBI Governor Malhotra suggests could lead to higher GDP growth. The news has sent the rupee soaring to a two-month high against the dollar. Also on the agenda is a major relief package for MSMEs, which the government says will be rolled out by November 15th, and a look at the day's market action, where banking stocks are in the lead.
Rupee showed some strength after a really long time, gaining a little against the US dollar. Experts said that Ruppe could stay stable if a trade deal between India and the US goes through.
In an exclusive interview with India Today's Consulting Editor Rajdeep Sardesai, former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan called Trump's 50% tariffs on Indian goods, which kicked in on Wednesday, unfortunate and a big blow to India-US relationships.
In an exclusive interview with India Today TV's Consulting Editor Rajdeep Sardesai, former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan discussed India's economic outlook in uncertain global times. He emphasised the need for 8-9% growth for India to become a developed nation by 2047.
In this episode of News Today, former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan discusses India's economic outlook amidst global uncertainties.
The Reserve Bank of India has cut the repo rate by 25 basis points to 6%, potentially leading to lower EMIs for home loans. The RBI has also lowered the GDP forecast for FY26 to 6.5% from the earlier 6.7%. The Monetary Policy Committee unanimously decided to change the stance from neutral to accommodative, hinting at possible further easing. The RBI Governor expressed concerns over global trade uncertainties and their potential impact on inflation and growth.
Former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan has termed former US President Donald Trump’s tariff hikes a “self goal,” arguing that in the short run, they hurt American firms by increasing input costs. He advised India to negotiate tariffs sooner rather than later and improve its business environment to attract foreign investment.
Former RBI governor Shaktikanta Das was on Saturday appointed as the second Principal Secretary to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Former IAS officer PK Mishra has been serving as PM Modi's first Principal Secretary since September 11, 2019. Das's appointment will be "co-terminus" with the prime minister's term or until further orders, according to a central government circular.
This marks the first rate cut since 2020 and the first policy decision under Governor Malhotra’s leadership.
In an exclusive conversation with India Today's News Director Rahul Kanwal, former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan talked about what could be the impact of Donald Trump's tariff measures on the global economy and on India's growth.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) received a threatening email on Friday, warning of an explosive attack on its Mumbai office. The email, written in Russian, was sent to the official email ID of RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra.
The government on Monday appointed Revenue Secretary Sanjay Malhotra as the next Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor.
In this special edition of Davos Brainstrom 2024, watch the exclusive interviews of Union minister Hardeep Puri, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das, Shiv Sena leader Milind Deora and Martin Wolf, Financial Times.
