Pressure Groups and Formal or Informal AssociationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment BudgetingPressure Groups and Formal or Informal AssociationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment BudgetingGovt staff seek return of old pension scheme as UPS opt-in period extended, plan protest, Pg2.Government employees protest for Old Pension Scheme restoration amidst low adoption of Unified Pension Scheme, raising concerns over retirement benefits.Pressure Groups and Formal or Informal AssociationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment BudgetingPressure Groups and Formal or Informal AssociationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment Budgeting22 Oct, 2025Govt staff seek return of old pension scheme as UPS opt-in period extended, plan protest, Pg2.Government employees protest for Old Pension Scheme restoration amidst low adoption of Unified Pension Scheme, raising concerns over retirement benefits.22 Oct, 2025
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentSigns of improvement in demand in Sept, US tariffs not a major growth concern, Pg11.RBI reports improved domestic demand in September, driven by rural sales and GST cuts, despite global headwinds and US tariffs.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment22 Oct, 2025Signs of improvement in demand in Sept, US tariffs not a major growth concern, Pg11.RBI reports improved domestic demand in September, driven by rural sales and GST cuts, despite global headwinds and US tariffs.22 Oct, 2025
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Key infra sectors' growth at 3% in Sept, Pg11.India's core infrastructure sectors slow to 3% growth in September, impacting Index of Industrial Production (IIP).Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.22 Oct, 2025Key infra sectors' growth at 3% in Sept, Pg11.India's core infrastructure sectors slow to 3% growth in September, impacting Index of Industrial Production (IIP).22 Oct, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthPLI schemes for auto, EV: China files WTO complaintChina challenges India's PLI schemes for auto and EV sectors at WTO, citing violation of global trade norms.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth22 Oct, 2025PLI schemes for auto, EV: China files WTO complaintChina challenges India's PLI schemes for auto and EV sectors at WTO, citing violation of global trade norms.22 Oct, 2025
Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsStorage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsStorage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityPost-Diwali farm challenge, Pg10.Post-Diwali, farm sector faces challenges with prices of key crops like soyabean and maize falling below MSP.Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsStorage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsStorage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesBuffer Stocks and Food Security22 Oct, 2025Post-Diwali farm challenge, Pg10.Post-Diwali, farm sector faces challenges with prices of key crops like soyabean and maize falling below MSP.22 Oct, 2025
Inclusive GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInclusive GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthThe private sector problem, Pg16.Private sector investment lags despite incentives, hindering India's growth and challenging Modi's economic strategy of 'Minimum Government, Maximum Governance'.Inclusive GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInclusive GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth20 Oct, 2025The private sector problem, Pg16.Private sector investment lags despite incentives, hindering India's growth and challenging Modi's economic strategy of 'Minimum Government, Maximum Governance'.20 Oct, 2025
Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Sebi crackdown on insider trading: How traders exploited CERC data to profit from IEX stock, Pg15.SEBI cracks down on insider trading in IEX shares, impounding ₹173.14 crore after CERC data leak.Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.20 Oct, 2025Sebi crackdown on insider trading: How traders exploited CERC data to profit from IEX stock, Pg15.SEBI cracks down on insider trading in IEX shares, impounding ₹173.14 crore after CERC data leak.20 Oct, 2025
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInvestment ModelsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInvestment ModelsFPIs chase fresh listings, dump old stocks: ₹54K cr flows into primary mkt since Jan, Pg15.FPIs invest ₹54K crore in Indian IPOs, driven by attractive valuations, while selling ₹2.02 lakh crore in secondary market.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInvestment ModelsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInvestment Models20 Oct, 2025FPIs chase fresh listings, dump old stocks: ₹54K cr flows into primary mkt since Jan, Pg15.FPIs invest ₹54K crore in Indian IPOs, driven by attractive valuations, while selling ₹2.02 lakh crore in secondary market.20 Oct, 2025
Political Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and SocialismChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthPolitical Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and SocialismChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthThe visible hand of the state, Pg11.Global shift towards state-led industrial policies in US, China, and India prioritizes self-sufficiency over market efficiency.Political Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and SocialismChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthPolitical Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and SocialismChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth20 Oct, 2025The visible hand of the state, Pg11.Global shift towards state-led industrial policies in US, China, and India prioritizes self-sufficiency over market efficiency.20 Oct, 2025
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyFESTIVAL AND AFTER, Pg10.Festive season spurs record vehicle sales, GST cuts and tax exemptions boost household spending, but investment revival remains crucial.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the Economy20 Oct, 2025FESTIVAL AND AFTER, Pg10.Festive season spurs record vehicle sales, GST cuts and tax exemptions boost household spending, but investment revival remains crucial.20 Oct, 2025
Health SectorMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsConservation, Pollution and DegradationHealth SectorMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsConservation, Pollution and DegradationMicrobial link between arsenic in soil, lower rice yield uncovered, Pg11Microbial imbalance in rice paddies linked to arsenic buildup, yield loss, and straighthead disease, posing threat to global rice production.Health SectorMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsConservation, Pollution and DegradationHealth SectorMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsConservation, Pollution and Degradation19 Oct, 2025Microbial link between arsenic in soil, lower rice yield uncovered, Pg11Microbial imbalance in rice paddies linked to arsenic buildup, yield loss, and straighthead disease, posing threat to global rice production.19 Oct, 2025
Indian Society and Diversity of IndiaPoverty and HungerEconomics of Animal RearingIndian Society and Diversity of IndiaPoverty and HungerEconomics of Animal RearingMany insects are moving from taboo to the table, Pg11Insects emerge as sustainable food source, offering high protein and low environmental impact, consumed across Northeast India and globally.Indian Society and Diversity of IndiaPoverty and HungerEconomics of Animal RearingIndian Society and Diversity of IndiaPoverty and HungerEconomics of Animal Rearing19 Oct, 2025Many insects are moving from taboo to the table, Pg11Insects emerge as sustainable food source, offering high protein and low environmental impact, consumed across Northeast India and globally.19 Oct, 2025
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingGold ETF inflows surge over 6x: What is driving investor interest?, Pg13.Gold ETF inflows surge 578% in September 2025 amid geopolitical tensions and tax clarity, reaching ₹8,363.13 crore.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting19 Oct, 2025Gold ETF inflows surge over 6x: What is driving investor interest?, Pg13.Gold ETF inflows surge 578% in September 2025 amid geopolitical tensions and tax clarity, reaching ₹8,363.13 crore.19 Oct, 2025
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEmirates NBD to acquire majority stake in RBL Bank in ₹26,850-cr deal, Pg13.Emirates NBD invests ₹26,850 crore for 60% RBL Bank stake, triggering open offer and branch amalgamation, strengthening India-UAE ties.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy19 Oct, 2025Emirates NBD to acquire majority stake in RBL Bank in ₹26,850-cr deal, Pg13.Emirates NBD invests ₹26,850 crore for 60% RBL Bank stake, triggering open offer and branch amalgamation, strengthening India-UAE ties.19 Oct, 2025
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingGST cuts passed on, spurred consumption, may show in GDP: Govt, Pg1.GST 2.0 triggers consumption boom, with electronics sales soaring 20-25% and prices of 54 daily-use items reduced.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting19 Oct, 2025GST cuts passed on, spurred consumption, may show in GDP: Govt, Pg1.GST 2.0 triggers consumption boom, with electronics sales soaring 20-25% and prices of 54 daily-use items reduced.19 Oct, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyUS-India trade talks ongoing; will ensure farmer, MSME interests protected: Goyal, Pg13.India-US trade talks progress amid tariff concerns; both nations aim to protect farmer and MSME interests for bilateral agreement.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the Economy19 Oct, 2025US-India trade talks ongoing; will ensure farmer, MSME interests protected: Goyal, Pg13.India-US trade talks progress amid tariff concerns; both nations aim to protect farmer and MSME interests for bilateral agreement.19 Oct, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Resolution of Palestinian question necessary for IMEC: Egyptian FM, Pg10Egypt links IMEC progress to Palestinian resolution, proposes Indian industrial zone in Suez Canal Economic Zone.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.18 Oct, 2025Resolution of Palestinian question necessary for IMEC: Egyptian FM, Pg10Egypt links IMEC progress to Palestinian resolution, proposes Indian industrial zone in Suez Canal Economic Zone.18 Oct, 2025
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentRBI’s gold pile tops $100 bn on surging prices, Pg21.RBI's gold reserves surpass $100 billion amid rising prices, reaching 14.7% of total reserves, highest since 1996-97.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment18 Oct, 2025RBI’s gold pile tops $100 bn on surging prices, Pg21.RBI's gold reserves surpass $100 billion amid rising prices, reaching 14.7% of total reserves, highest since 1996-97.18 Oct, 2025
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth‘Govt working on steps to improve supply of rare earth minerals’, Pg21.India seeks rare earth mineral security via trade pacts with Chile, Peru amid China's supply curbs.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth18 Oct, 2025‘Govt working on steps to improve supply of rare earth minerals’, Pg21.India seeks rare earth mineral security via trade pacts with Chile, Peru amid China's supply curbs.18 Oct, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Backchannels, firm line, oil prices behind return to India-US talks table, Pg1.India-US trade talks resume amidst backchannels, firm stances on Russia, and critical mineral concerns, signalling evolving strategic dynamics.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.18 Oct, 2025Backchannels, firm line, oil prices behind return to India-US talks table, Pg1.India-US trade talks resume amidst backchannels, firm stances on Russia, and critical mineral concerns, signalling evolving strategic dynamics.18 Oct, 2025