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The week in charts: high fiscal deficit, industrial production growth, weak monsoon

New Delhi, July 4 -- From India's fiscal deficit crossing 9% of the the FY27 budgeted target within the first two months, to the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) posting strong growth on the back ... और पढ़ें


In charts: the economics, audience and power of the 2026 Fifa World Cup

New Delhi, June 21 -- The 23rd edition of the Fifa World Cup began on 11 June 2026, featuring 48 teams being hosted across three nations-the US, Canada and Mexico. While the Fifa participation spans ... और पढ़ें


The gap between official inflation and felt costs, explained in 5 charts

New Delhi, June 15 -- For nearly 100 days now, the world has been bracing for higher inflation. In India, price pressures have begun to emerge, but not fast enough to match public expectations, creat... और पढ़ें


More Indians are investing than ever before, but women still lag, Mint survey reveals

New Delhi, June 10 -- Indians are investing more than ever, and also smarter then ever. The share of urban Indians spreading their money across both physical and financial assets jumped from 35% in 20... और पढ़ें


How the government hit its FY26 deficit target despite a subsidy surge

New Delhi, June 8 -- The Centre capped the fiscal deficit target at 4.4% of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2025-26, meeting its post-pandemic fiscal consolidation goal. While this suggests the govern... और पढ़ें


Marry now, pay later? The new economics of Indian weddings

New Delhi, June 3 -- Indian weddings have long been associated with grand celebrations, large gatherings and deep-rooted traditions. A Mint survey of urban India suggests that while lavish weddings re... और पढ़ें


Rising inflation, Hormuz deadlock, Trump-Xi meet: What's driving global news headlines

New Delhi, May 13 -- Every month, Mint's Plain Facts gives you an update on key global data to help you thread together the biggest developments worth paying attention to. T he accompanying analysis ... और पढ़ें


Tamil Nadu vs West Bengal: Two polls, one test for BJP's state-level momentum

New Delhi, April 22 -- On Thursday, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal-two states with sharply different political rhythms-head to the polls. Tamil Nadu will vote in a single phase across all 234 seats, while... और पढ़ें


Iran war, Oracle layoffs, El Niño worries: What's keeping the world on edge

New Delhi, April 8 -- Every month, Mint's Plain Facts section brings out an update on key global data to thread together the biggest developments in the world that are worth paying attention to. The a... और पढ़ें