India's Forex Reserves Reach Record $729.3 Billion Amid RBI Swap Schemes
India's foreign exchange reserves reached a record high of $729.3 billion in the week ending August 21, driven by a $12.4 billion increase. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) attributed the rise to strong inflows under its swap schemes, particularly the Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank) deposits, which were ended early due to their success. Components such as foreign currency assets, gold reserves, special drawing rights, and the IMF reserve position all saw gains during this period.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (56/100). Lens Score 39/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (55–58/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
businessstandard broke this story on 30 Aug, 04:36 pm. Other outlets followed.
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