Aurangzeb says inflation projected at 8.2%, budget deficit at 3.6% of GDP & primary surplus at 2% of GDP for FY26-27

Experts say Saudi deposits will bolster forex holdings and help meet IMF-linked targets

Think tank warns quotas may worsen inflation, shortages and black market activity

Income tax rates increased for salaried class, with individuals earning Rs50,000 per month exempted from income tax

Cites partial reversal of gains since the end of IMF’s three-year loan programme

Weakening oil prices, lack of triggers also kept investors from buying

Company launches new projectors, tablet at Dubai fair.

Energy shortage, declining efficiency and loan defaults restrict industries.

Payment of $2.5b in next six months keeps dollar demand high.

Analyst says smooth energy supply would have taken growth to 6%.