Economy Current Affairs for UPSC

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Inattention to high tech, minerals is showing, Pg11

India's exclusion from US-led Pax Silica highlights R&D and mineral exploration deficits impacting geopolitical relevance amid China's dominance.

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

3 Jan, 2026

Inattention to high tech, minerals is showing, Pg11

India's exclusion from US-led Pax Silica highlights R&D and mineral exploration deficits impacting geopolitical relevance amid China's dominance.

3 Jan, 2026

Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Telecom sector needs more strong players, Pg10

Telecom sector grapples with market concentration as Vodafone Idea's financial woes prompt government intervention and search for new investors.

Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

3 Jan, 2026

Telecom sector needs more strong players, Pg10

Telecom sector grapples with market concentration as Vodafone Idea's financial woes prompt government intervention and search for new investors.

3 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Energy transition will need more than chasing the sun or the wind, Pg10

India's renewable energy transition requires urgent distribution reforms, dynamic tariffs, and wholesale market redesign for efficient green electron utilization.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

3 Jan, 2026

Energy transition will need more than chasing the sun or the wind, Pg10

India's renewable energy transition requires urgent distribution reforms, dynamic tariffs, and wholesale market redesign for efficient green electron utilization.

3 Jan, 2026

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Exports hurt: States flag facility and testing gaps, Pg1

Indian exporters face competitiveness challenges due to high raw material costs, testing gaps, and shipping container shortages, impacting overall export performance.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

3 Jan, 2026

Exports hurt: States flag facility and testing gaps, Pg1

Indian exporters face competitiveness challenges due to high raw material costs, testing gaps, and shipping container shortages, impacting overall export performance.

3 Jan, 2026

Health Sector Government Budgeting

Centre’s tobacco tax rejig to take effect from Feb. 1, Pg1

Centre's tobacco tax rejig, effective February 1, introduces new excise duties, GST rates, and valuation mechanisms impacting affordability and revenue streams.

Health Sector Government Budgeting

2 Jan, 2026

Centre’s tobacco tax rejig to take effect from Feb. 1, Pg1

Centre's tobacco tax rejig, effective February 1, introduces new excise duties, GST rates, and valuation mechanisms impacting affordability and revenue streams.

2 Jan, 2026

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems E Technology in Aid of Farmers Technology Missions in Agriculture Biotechnology

Why does India need climate- resilient agriculture?, Pg10

India prioritizes climate-resilient agriculture amidst climate change, integrating biotechnology, AI, and sustainable practices for enhanced productivity and environmental protection.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems E Technology in Aid of Farmers Technology Missions in Agriculture Biotechnology

2 Jan, 2026

Why does India need climate- resilient agriculture?, Pg10

India prioritizes climate-resilient agriculture amidst climate change, integrating biotechnology, AI, and sustainable practices for enhanced productivity and environmental protection.

2 Jan, 2026

Poverty and Developmental Issues Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Corporate Governance

Paying Musk, irrational exuberance and inequality, Pg8

Tesla shareholder's approval of Elon Musk's trillion-dollar pay package raises concerns about irrational exuberance, inequality, and corporate governance.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Corporate Governance

2 Jan, 2026

Paying Musk, irrational exuberance and inequality, Pg8

Tesla shareholder's approval of Elon Musk's trillion-dollar pay package raises concerns about irrational exuberance, inequality, and corporate governance.

2 Jan, 2026

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Land Reforms in India

From encroachment to legal ownership, Pg10

Haryana's amendment legalizing Shamilat deh encroachment favors elites, undermining Dalit rights and historical injustices in land distribution, raising social justice concerns.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Land Reforms in India

2 Jan, 2026

From encroachment to legal ownership, Pg10

Haryana's amendment legalizing Shamilat deh encroachment favors elites, undermining Dalit rights and historical injustices in land distribution, raising social justice concerns.

2 Jan, 2026

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

PM to launch first Vande Bharat sleeper this month, Pg7

India's first Vande Bharat sleeper train to launch between Kolkata and Guwahati this month, boosting railway infrastructure and connectivity.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

2 Jan, 2026

PM to launch first Vande Bharat sleeper this month, Pg7

India's first Vande Bharat sleeper train to launch between Kolkata and Guwahati this month, boosting railway infrastructure and connectivity.

2 Jan, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

How Japanese scallops became a pawn in diplomatic tensions with China, Pg2

Japanese scallops become pawns in diplomatic tensions with China after seafood import ban impacting Hokkaido's economy and international relations.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

2 Jan, 2026

How Japanese scallops became a pawn in diplomatic tensions with China, Pg2

Japanese scallops become pawns in diplomatic tensions with China after seafood import ban impacting Hokkaido's economy and international relations.

2 Jan, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

As EU carbon tax kicks in, India’s metal exports face price threat, Pg13

EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism threatens Indian metal exports with potential price cuts of 15-22% due to carbon tax.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

2 Jan, 2026

As EU carbon tax kicks in, India’s metal exports face price threat, Pg13

EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism threatens Indian metal exports with potential price cuts of 15-22% due to carbon tax.

2 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Government Budgeting

At Rs 1.79 lakh crore, GST revenue growth back in positive zone in December, Pg12

GST collections rebound in December 2025 with 1.3% growth, signaling tax system resilience post rate cuts.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Government Budgeting

2 Jan, 2026

At Rs 1.79 lakh crore, GST revenue growth back in positive zone in December, Pg12

GST collections rebound in December 2025 with 1.3% growth, signaling tax system resilience post rate cuts.

2 Jan, 2026

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

PFRDA allows banks to set up pension funds to manage NPS, Pg12

PFRDA allows scheduled commercial banks to establish pension funds for NPS management, aiming to boost competition and protect subscriber interests.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

2 Jan, 2026

PFRDA allows banks to set up pension funds to manage NPS, Pg12

PFRDA allows scheduled commercial banks to establish pension funds for NPS management, aiming to boost competition and protect subscriber interests.

2 Jan, 2026

Inclusive Growth Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

Banking correspondent outlets down 2.3 lakh in FY25: RBI data, Pg12

RBI data reveals sharp decline in banking correspondent outlets, threatening financial inclusion and DBT ecosystem in rural India due to policy shortcomings.

Inclusive Growth Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections

2 Jan, 2026

Banking correspondent outlets down 2.3 lakh in FY25: RBI data, Pg12

RBI data reveals sharp decline in banking correspondent outlets, threatening financial inclusion and DBT ecosystem in rural India due to policy shortcomings.

2 Jan, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Between India and EU, a carbon gap and an FTA bridge, Pg10

EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism threatens Indian steel and aluminium exports, potentially wiping out 16-22% of prices received from January 1.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

2 Jan, 2026

Between India and EU, a carbon gap and an FTA bridge, Pg10

EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism threatens Indian steel and aluminium exports, potentially wiping out 16-22% of prices received from January 1.

2 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Relief package may have set stage for Govt exit from Vodafone Idea, stake sale in works, Pg3

Vodafone Idea's revival: Government considers stake sale after relief package, aims for profitable exit amidst financial struggles.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

2 Jan, 2026

Relief package may have set stage for Govt exit from Vodafone Idea, stake sale in works, Pg3

Vodafone Idea's revival: Government considers stake sale after relief package, aims for profitable exit amidst financial struggles.

2 Jan, 2026

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Railways targets new frontiers amid traffic, freight challenges, Pg12

Indian Railways accelerates infrastructure projects, connects Kashmir and Mizoram, targets freight diversification, and introduces Vande Bharat sleeper trains by 2025.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

2 Jan, 2026

Railways targets new frontiers amid traffic, freight challenges, Pg12

Indian Railways accelerates infrastructure projects, connects Kashmir and Mizoram, targets freight diversification, and introduces Vande Bharat sleeper trains by 2025.

2 Jan, 2026

Health Sector Government Budgeting

Cigarettes to cost 15-40% more from February 1, Pg3

Cigarette prices to surge 15-40% as government hikes GST and excise duties from February 1st, impacting tobacco industry.

Health Sector Government Budgeting

2 Jan, 2026

Cigarettes to cost 15-40% more from February 1, Pg3

Cigarette prices to surge 15-40% as government hikes GST and excise duties from February 1st, impacting tobacco industry.

2 Jan, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Vodafone-Idea gets relief on AGR dues, Pg1

Vodafone Idea receives five-year AGR dues freeze, offering partial relief and protecting government's 49% stake in the struggling telecom firm.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

1 Jan, 2026

Vodafone-Idea gets relief on AGR dues, Pg1

Vodafone Idea receives five-year AGR dues freeze, offering partial relief and protecting government's 49% stake in the struggling telecom firm.

1 Jan, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

India’s status as world’s rice leader augurs a water crisis, PgII

India's rice production boom triggers water crisis; unsustainable groundwater depletion threatens agricultural heartlands despite government subsidies and strong monsoons.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

1 Jan, 2026

India’s status as world’s rice leader augurs a water crisis, PgII

India's rice production boom triggers water crisis; unsustainable groundwater depletion threatens agricultural heartlands despite government subsidies and strong monsoons.

1 Jan, 2026

Economy

Inattention to high tech, minerals is showing, Pg11

Inattention to high tech, minerals is showing, Pg11

Telecom sector needs more strong players, Pg10

Telecom sector needs more strong players, Pg10

Energy transition will need more than chasing the sun or the wind, Pg10

Energy transition will need more than chasing the sun or the wind, Pg10

Exports hurt: States flag facility and testing gaps, Pg1

Exports hurt: States flag facility and testing gaps, Pg1

Centre’s tobacco tax rejig to take effect from Feb. 1, Pg1

Centre’s tobacco tax rejig to take effect from Feb. 1, Pg1

Why does India need climate- resilient agriculture?, Pg10

Why does India need climate- resilient agriculture?, Pg10

Paying Musk, irrational exuberance and inequality, Pg8

Paying Musk, irrational exuberance and inequality, Pg8

From encroachment to legal ownership, Pg10

From encroachment to legal ownership, Pg10

PM to launch first Vande Bharat sleeper this month, Pg7

PM to launch first Vande Bharat sleeper this month, Pg7

How Japanese scallops became a pawn in diplomatic tensions with China, Pg2

How Japanese scallops became a pawn in diplomatic tensions with China, Pg2

As EU carbon tax kicks in, India’s metal exports face price threat, Pg13

As EU carbon tax kicks in, India’s metal exports face price threat, Pg13

At Rs 1.79 lakh crore, GST revenue growth back in positive zone in December, Pg12

At Rs 1.79 lakh crore, GST revenue growth back in positive zone in December, Pg12

PFRDA allows banks to set up pension funds to manage NPS, Pg12

PFRDA allows banks to set up pension funds to manage NPS, Pg12

Banking correspondent outlets down 2.3 lakh in FY25: RBI data, Pg12

Banking correspondent outlets down 2.3 lakh in FY25: RBI data, Pg12

Between India and EU, a carbon gap and an FTA bridge, Pg10

Between India and EU, a carbon gap and an FTA bridge, Pg10

Relief package may have set stage for Govt exit from Vodafone Idea, stake sale in works, Pg3

Relief package may have set stage for Govt exit from Vodafone Idea, stake sale in works, Pg3

Railways targets new frontiers amid traffic, freight challenges, Pg12

Railways targets new frontiers amid traffic, freight challenges, Pg12

Cigarettes to cost 15-40% more from February 1, Pg3

Cigarettes to cost 15-40% more from February 1, Pg3

Vodafone-Idea gets relief on AGR dues, Pg1

Vodafone-Idea gets relief on AGR dues, Pg1

India’s status as world’s rice leader augurs a water crisis, PgII

India’s status as world’s rice leader augurs a water crisis, PgII

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