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Uttarakhand's government claims it received 23 crore tourists over the past three years, though the Congress party challenges this as exaggerated propaganda. The debate highlights tensions over tourism data accuracy and its impact on economic policies. Officials stand by their statistics, citing enhanced infrastructure and promotion as drivers behind the surge.

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva praised India for its bold economic reforms including tax overhauls, digital payments, and Aadhaar implementation, calling India a key engine of global growth. Despite global slowdowns and trade tensions, India’s policy moves are credited with resilience and rapid expansion.

RBI Governor assured that US tariffs on various goods should not greatly affect the Indian economy, downplaying concerns about trade tensions. According to him, India’s diversified export markets and strong domestic demand will cushion potential shocks, while India continues focusing on reforms and growth measures to maintain economic stability amid evolving global trade policies.

India’s poultry sector is witnessing a severe downturn as feed prices rise and climate stress triggers poor egg quality. Farmers report smaller eggs, thinner shells, and rising mortality rates in heat-struck regions. Fake eggs made of synthetic materials have also flooded some unregulated markets, worsening trust and safety issues. Experts urge immediate government intervention to stabilize input costs and enforce quality checks across the supply chain.

The New Year brought a price shock for businesses as oil marketing companies hiked the rate of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders by ₹111, the steepest increase in six months. While domestic household cylinder rates remain unchanged, this hike pushes commercial prices to ₹1,691.50 in Delhi. In contrast, aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices saw a relief, getting slashed by 7.3%, offering some respite to the airline industry.