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 EconomyResist pressure, lower tariffs, Pg 11.India's high tariffs, especially on agriculture, are under scrutiny; rationalization is needed for global competitiveness and trade relations.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 Economy15 Sep, 2025Resist pressure, lower tariffs, Pg 11.India's high tariffs, especially on agriculture, are under scrutiny; rationalization is needed for global competitiveness and trade relations.15 Sep, 2025
Population and Associated IssuesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthPopulation and Associated IssuesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthA time to reinvent, Pg 10.Emerging markets face triple threat: tariffs, trade diversion, and technology, requiring reinvention through reforms and global engagement.Population and Associated IssuesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthPopulation and Associated IssuesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth15 Sep, 2025A time to reinvent, Pg 10.Emerging markets face triple threat: tariffs, trade diversion, and technology, requiring reinvention through reforms and global engagement.15 Sep, 2025
Art FormsSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Art FormsSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.'Delhi much closer now': Aizawl on Railways' map, some hopes & fears, Pg 1.Mizoram's Aizawl joins Indian Railways, boosting connectivity and raising hopes for economic growth and cheaper goods for locals.Art FormsSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Art FormsSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.15 Sep, 2025'Delhi much closer now': Aizawl on Railways' map, some hopes & fears, Pg 1.Mizoram's Aizawl joins Indian Railways, boosting connectivity and raising hopes for economic growth and cheaper goods for locals.15 Sep, 2025
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthApplication window for ACs, LED lights under PLI scheme reopened, Pg 15.Government reopens PLI scheme application for ACs and LEDs, aiming to boost domestic manufacturing with Rs 6,238 crore incentives.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth15 Sep, 2025Application window for ACs, LED lights under PLI scheme reopened, Pg 15.Government reopens PLI scheme application for ACs and LEDs, aiming to boost domestic manufacturing with Rs 6,238 crore incentives.15 Sep, 2025
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthCII suggests national framework for innovation-driven GCCs, Pg 15.CII proposes National GCC Policy to boost innovation, create 20-25 million jobs, and contribute $600 billion to the economy.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth15 Sep, 2025CII suggests national framework for innovation-driven GCCs, Pg 15.CII proposes National GCC Policy to boost innovation, create 20-25 million jobs, and contribute $600 billion to the economy.15 Sep, 2025
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyMarket share, Pg 2.India strategizes to retain market share amid US tariff hikes; considers reviving Interest Equalisation Scheme and boosting domestic sales.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy14 Sep, 2025Market share, Pg 2.India strategizes to retain market share amid US tariff hikes; considers reviving Interest Equalisation Scheme and boosting domestic sales.14 Sep, 2025
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyOn Govt table: How to help exporters not lose market share due to 50% US tariff, Pg 2.Government considers measures for exporters facing 50% US tariffs; CBIC clarifies GST rules on post-sale discounts.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy14 Sep, 2025On Govt table: How to help exporters not lose market share due to 50% US tariff, Pg 2.Government considers measures for exporters facing 50% US tariffs; CBIC clarifies GST rules on post-sale discounts.14 Sep, 2025
Inclusive GrowthPopulation and Associated IssuesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInclusive GrowthPopulation and Associated IssuesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentNepal, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka: When demographic dividend isn't delivered, Pg 12.Asian nations face youth unrest as corruption and jobless growth hinder demographic dividend realization, fueling inequality and disillusionment among young workforce.Inclusive GrowthPopulation and Associated IssuesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInclusive GrowthPopulation and Associated IssuesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment14 Sep, 2025Nepal, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka: When demographic dividend isn't delivered, Pg 12.Asian nations face youth unrest as corruption and jobless growth hinder demographic dividend realization, fueling inequality and disillusionment among young workforce.14 Sep, 2025
Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGovernment BudgetingImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGovernment BudgetingCBIC clarifies GST levy on post-sale discounts, to help reduce disputes, Pg 12.CBIC clarifies GST levy on post-sale discounts, ensuring no tax on discounts for competitive pricing, reducing disputes and providing clarity.Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGovernment BudgetingImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGovernment Budgeting14 Sep, 2025CBIC clarifies GST levy on post-sale discounts, to help reduce disputes, Pg 12.CBIC clarifies GST levy on post-sale discounts, ensuring no tax on discounts for competitive pricing, reducing disputes and providing clarity.14 Sep, 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.US seeks G7 action against Russian oil buyers to force an end to Ukraine war, Pg 12.US pressures G7 to sanction Russian oil buyers like India and China amidst tariff hikes and geopolitical tensions.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.14 Sep, 2025US seeks G7 action against Russian oil buyers to force an end to Ukraine war, Pg 12.US pressures G7 to sanction Russian oil buyers like India and China amidst tariff hikes and geopolitical tensions.14 Sep, 2025
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment BudgetingTechnology Missions in AgricultureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment BudgetingTechnology Missions in AgricultureFiscal first-half end nears, 6 agri schemes announced in Budget yet to hit ground, Pg 5.Budgeted agricultural schemes worth ₹2,200 crore delayed, raising concerns over fund utilization and impacting 1.7 crore farmers.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment BudgetingTechnology Missions in AgricultureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment BudgetingTechnology Missions in Agriculture14 Sep, 2025Fiscal first-half end nears, 6 agri schemes announced in Budget yet to hit ground, Pg 5.Budgeted agricultural schemes worth ₹2,200 crore delayed, raising concerns over fund utilization and impacting 1.7 crore farmers.14 Sep, 2025
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingRetail inflation quickens to 2.1%, ending 9-month drop, Pg1Retail inflation rises to 2.1% in August, ending nine-month decline, driven by fuel and light category.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting13 Sep, 2025Retail inflation quickens to 2.1%, ending 9-month drop, Pg1Retail inflation rises to 2.1% in August, ending nine-month decline, driven by fuel and light category.13 Sep, 2025
Poverty and Developmental IssuesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsDisaster and Disaster ManagementPoverty and Developmental IssuesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsDisaster and Disaster ManagementAfter the disaster, Pg7Punjab floods displace thousands, causing widespread devastation; political parties clash over relief efforts and fund allocation amidst rising concerns.Poverty and Developmental IssuesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsDisaster and Disaster ManagementPoverty and Developmental IssuesMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsDisaster and Disaster Management13 Sep, 2025After the disaster, Pg7Punjab floods displace thousands, causing widespread devastation; political parties clash over relief efforts and fund allocation amidst rising concerns.13 Sep, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyDoublespeak, Pg6U.S. invites India for FTA talks amid trade tensions, but demands on Russian oil imports complicate the negotiations.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy13 Sep, 2025Doublespeak, Pg6U.S. invites India for FTA talks amid trade tensions, but demands on Russian oil imports complicate the negotiations.13 Sep, 2025
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingRetail inflation rate inches up to 2.07% in August due to higher food prices, Pg14Retail inflation edges up to 2.07% in August due to rising food prices, GST rate cuts may ease inflation.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting13 Sep, 2025Retail inflation rate inches up to 2.07% in August due to higher food prices, Pg14Retail inflation edges up to 2.07% in August due to rising food prices, GST rate cuts may ease inflation.13 Sep, 2025
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingPast MPC members want continuity in RBI's CPI inflation framework, Pg14Ex-MPC members advocate retaining 4% CPI inflation target, emphasizing stability amidst RBI's framework review due by March 2026.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting13 Sep, 2025Past MPC members want continuity in RBI's CPI inflation framework, Pg14Ex-MPC members advocate retaining 4% CPI inflation target, emphasizing stability amidst RBI's framework review due by March 2026.13 Sep, 2025
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentForex reserves rise to $698.27 billion, Pg14India's forex reserves surge to $698.27 billion, marking a $4.038 billion increase driven by gold reserve valuation.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment13 Sep, 2025Forex reserves rise to $698.27 billion, Pg14India's forex reserves surge to $698.27 billion, marking a $4.038 billion increase driven by gold reserve valuation.13 Sep, 2025
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Environmental Impact AssessmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Environmental Impact AssessmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasThe critic is at sea, Pg13Great Nicobar Island project sparks debate over strategic maritime goals versus environmental impact and tribal rights, raising geopolitical questions.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Environmental Impact AssessmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Environmental Impact AssessmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas13 Sep, 2025The critic is at sea, Pg13Great Nicobar Island project sparks debate over strategic maritime goals versus environmental impact and tribal rights, raising geopolitical questions.13 Sep, 2025
Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyRegulator eases entry norms for foreign investors, relaxes IPO rules for large firms, Pg1SEBI introduces SWAGAT-FI framework for foreign investors, eases IPO norms, and enhances MII governance to boost market confidence.Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesEffects of Liberalization on the Economy13 Sep, 2025Regulator eases entry norms for foreign investors, relaxes IPO rules for large firms, Pg1SEBI introduces SWAGAT-FI framework for foreign investors, eases IPO norms, and enhances MII governance to boost market confidence.13 Sep, 2025
Inclusive GrowthImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Inclusive GrowthImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Loan agreement signed between India and ADB for tourism, Pg12India secures $126.42 million ADB loan to boost sustainable tourism and rural development in Uttarakhand's Tehri Lake region.Inclusive GrowthImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Inclusive GrowthImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.12 Sep, 2025Loan agreement signed between India and ADB for tourism, Pg12India secures $126.42 million ADB loan to boost sustainable tourism and rural development in Uttarakhand's Tehri Lake region.12 Sep, 2025