Inflation
Asian Games
India Wins Record 114 Medals at Asian Para Games 2026, Including 30 Golds and Five World Records
India won a record 114 medals at the Asian Para Games 2026 (30 gold, 35 silver, 49 bronze), with five world records. PM Modi met the contingent in New Delhi.
India
DRDO Successfully Tests Pralay Quasi-Ballistic Missile in User Trials; Induction ‘Imminent’
DRDO flight-tested the Pralay quasi-ballistic missile from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island on November 5 as part of user trials; the ministry said induction is imminent.
Australia
Reserve Bank of Australia Raises Rates to 4.85% as Middle East Conflict Pushes Up Fuel Costs
The Reserve Bank of Australia raised its cash rate to 4.85% by a 6–3 vote and lifted its inflation forecast, citing fuel prices linked to the Middle East conflict.
Asia
Sri Lanka’s Inflation Rises to 8.3% in October; Central Bank Sees High Single Digits Until Early 2027
Sri Lanka’s CCPI inflation rose to 8.3% in October from 8.0% and core inflation to 5.6%. The central bank expects high single-digit inflation until the first quarter of 2027.
Asia
Türkiye’s Inflation Holds Near 30% in October as Prices Jump 2.58% in a Month
Türkiye’s annual consumer inflation was 29.77% in October, almost unchanged from September, while prices rose 2.58% in the month, the most since April.
Asia
Pakistan’s Inflation Eases to 9.6% in October, but Chicken and Wheat Prices Jump
Pakistan’s inflation slowed to 9.6% in October from 10.3%, but prices rose 1.1% in a month as chicken, wheat and flour jumped. PBS figures, item tables and our calculations.
Asia
South Korea’s Inflation Eases to 2.8% in October as Fuel Lifts Transport Costs 6.8%
South Korea’s consumer prices rose 2.8% in October, with transport up 6.8% on fuel and food up only 0.5%. The category table, the 2026 trend and what it means for rates.
Business
RBA Raises Cash Rate to 4.85% in Split 6–3 Vote as Inflation Outlook Worsens
The Reserve Bank of Australia raised its cash rate by 25 basis points to 4.85% in a 6–3 vote, citing broad-based inflation and Middle East fuel costs. What the Board said and what to watch.
World
Germany’s October Inflation Eases to 2.8% in Provisional Destatis Estimate
Germany’s provisional October inflation fell to 2.8%, with core inflation at 2.1%. See the national CPI, harmonised measure and final-release date.
Asia
Sri Lanka’s Colombo Inflation Rises to 8.3% in October as Core Prices Firm
Colombo inflation rose to 8.3% in October, with core inflation at 5.6%. Understand the official figures, monthly change and the central bank’s outlook.
Business
ECB Forecasters Raise Near-Term Inflation Outlook as Energy Risks Persist
ECB survey respondents lift 2026 and 2027 inflation forecasts as energy risks persist. See the GDP, core-inflation and unemployment projections.
Asia
Thailand Holds Policy Rate at 1.00%, With Growth Expected to Slow in 2027
Thailand holds its policy rate at 1.00%. The October 28 decision, 2026–27 growth forecasts, inflation risks and household-credit concerns explained.
World
Bank of Canada Raises Rate to 2.50% as Energy Inflation Complicates the Outlook
Canada raises its policy rate by 25 basis points to 2.50%. The central bank flags energy-driven inflation, trade uncertainty and the global growth outlook.
Asia
China’s Exports Jump 36% in September as Chip Shipments More Than Double; Factory-Gate Prices Rise 5%, Fastest Since 2022
China’s exports rose 36.3% in dollar terms in September and the monthly trade surplus reached $133.5 billion, while producer prices climbed 5.0% on fuel costs. Our tables set out the trade and price data and the nine-month totals.
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Asian Games
India Wins Record 114 Medals at Asian Para Games 2026, Including 30 Golds and Five World Records
India won a record 114 medals at the Asian Para Games 2026 (30 gold, 35 silver, 49 bronze), with five world records. PM Modi met the contingent in New Delhi.
India
DRDO Successfully Tests Pralay Quasi-Ballistic Missile in User Trials; Induction ‘Imminent’
DRDO flight-tested the Pralay quasi-ballistic missile from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island on November 5 as part of user trials; the ministry said induction is imminent.
Business
Cabinet Approves ₹2,814-Crore Scheme for Lithium and Nickel Processing Plants to Cut Import Dependence
The Cabinet approved a ₹2,814-crore scheme offering a 30% capital subsidy for two lithium and two nickel processing plants to reduce India’s import dependence.
Business
Cabinet Approves ₹14,500-Crore Scheme for 92 GWh of Grid-Scale Energy Storage, With 40% Local Content for Batteries
The Cabinet approved ₹14,500 crore in viability gap funding for 92 GWh of grid-scale energy storage, including 60 GWh pumped hydro and 30 GWh batteries with 40% local content.
