ICRA

November 25, 2024 11:29 AM

India’s economic growth expected to accelerate in Oct-Dec quarter: Report

India's economy is projected to grow at a faster pace in the third quarter of the current financial year (October-December 2024) compared to the first half (April-September 2024) as positive indicators are emerging with economic activity picking up pace, according to a report by ICRA. The report states that the preliminary data for November indicates a positive trend. The growth in electricity demand has picked up, while festive season demand continues to drive an increase in vehicle registrati...

November 21, 2024 3:05 PM

India’s economic activity growth hits 8-month high in October: report

India’s economic activity growth surged to an eight-month high of 10.1% in October, up from 6.6% in September, despite an unfavorable base effect, according to a report released on Thursday. The growth momentum was driven by the end of the monsoon season, which positively impacted sectors such as mining and electricity. Additionally, strong festive season demand boosted vehicle registrations, fuel consumption, and air travel, while exports witnessed a significant surge, said credit rating age...

November 19, 2024 3:55 PM

India’s installed renewable energy capacity to reach 250 GW by March 2026

The installed renewable energy capacity (including large hydro) in India is projected to reach 250 GW by March 2026, from the level of 201 GW (as of September this year), according to a report on Tuesday. The capacity addition will be driven by the large project pipeline of over 80 GW, following the significant improvement in tendering activity in FY24, according to credit ratings ICRA. Moreover, the tendering activity remained high in the current fiscal, in line with the 50 GW annual bidding ...