Today, on December 17, 2025, a huge fall has once again been seen in the Indian Rupee (INR). The rupee has reached its lowest ever level against the US dollar (USD) and has crossed the 91 mark.
This decline has also had a direct impact on the currency of Gulf countries, due to which Indians (NRIs) living there are getting more money for sending money, but the burden on the pockets of students studying abroad and travelers has increased.
Today’s Exchange Rate (17 December 2025)
As soon as the market opened, the rates of major currencies were recorded as follows:
Currency Price in Indian Rupee (Rate in INR)
US Dollar (USD)
₹91.04
UAE Dirham (AED)
₹24.77
Saudi Riyal (SAR)
₹24.27
Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD)
₹296.98
Bahraini Dinar (BHD)
₹241.48
Omani Rial (OMR)
₹236.81
Qatari Riyal (QAR)
₹24.94
(Note: These are interbank rates, rates may be slightly different in money exchange or bank)
Fall analysis: Why is the rupee falling?
According to market experts, there are 3 main reasons behind this weakness of the rupee:
Selling by foreign investors: Foreign investors (FIIs) are continuously withdrawing money from the Indian stock market. About $18 billion has been withdrawn so far in 2025.
Delay in India-US trade deal: There is pressure on the rupee due to the delay in the trade agreement with America and the heavy taxes imposed there.
Importers’ dollar demand: Companies importing oil and electronic goods are buying dollars in large quantities, due to which the value of the dollar is increasing and the rupee is weakening.
Who benefits, who suffers loss?
✅ Pros:
Good news for NRIs: This is a very good opportunity for Indians working in Gulf countries (Dubai, Saudi, Kuwait etc.) and America. If they send money home now, their families will be better off than before. more money Will meet.
Exporters (IT & Pharma): Companies that sell their goods abroad (like TCS, Infosys or pharmaceutical companies), their earnings will increase as they get paid in dollars.
❌ Cons:
Fear of inflation: India buys 80% of its crude oil from outside. Due to weakening of rupee, petrol-diesel and goods coming from outside (mobiles, laptops) may become expensive.
Burden on students: Parents of students who are studying abroad will now have to send more money for fees and expenses.
Foreign travel: If you are planning to travel abroad during these holidays, your budget may get spoiled because flight and hotel booking will become expensive.
At present, there seems to be little hope of improvement in the rupee. If you are an NRI, this may be the right time to send remittance.
