Economy Current Affairs for UPSC

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Industrial output slows to 4.9% in new data series, Pg1

India's industrial output slows to 4.9% in April 2026 under new IIP series with 2022-23 base year.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

2 Jun, 2026

Industrial output slows to 4.9% in new data series, Pg1

India's industrial output slows to 4.9% in April 2026 under new IIP series with 2022-23 base year.

2 Jun, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

‘No space for anti-India elements in Myanmar’, Pg1

Myanmar assures India: No anti-India activities from its soil; Modi urges dialogue between junta and opposition for enduring peace.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

2 Jun, 2026

‘No space for anti-India elements in Myanmar’, Pg1

Myanmar assures India: No anti-India activities from its soil; Modi urges dialogue between junta and opposition for enduring peace.

2 Jun, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Value of loans sanctioned to MSMEs under ECLGS, Pg8

ECLGS sanctions ₹35,000 crore in loans to MSMEs and industries amidst West Asia conflict, boosting credit flow.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

2 Jun, 2026

Value of loans sanctioned to MSMEs under ECLGS, Pg8

ECLGS sanctions ₹35,000 crore in loans to MSMEs and industries amidst West Asia conflict, boosting credit flow.

2 Jun, 2026

Indian Diaspora Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Remittances anchor the rupee, India’s external balances, Pg7

Rupee depreciation highlights reliance on remittances to offset trade deficit amid FDI and FPI decline since 2021, 2023 respectively.

Indian Diaspora Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

2 Jun, 2026

Remittances anchor the rupee, India’s external balances, Pg7

Rupee depreciation highlights reliance on remittances to offset trade deficit amid FDI and FPI decline since 2021, 2023 respectively.

2 Jun, 2026

Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce

Value of India’s seafood exports in 2025-26, Pg8

India's seafood exports surge to record $8.46 billion in FY26, driven by U.S. and China demand.

Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce

2 Jun, 2026

Value of India’s seafood exports in 2025-26, Pg8

India's seafood exports surge to record $8.46 billion in FY26, driven by U.S. and China demand.

2 Jun, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.IT and Computers Environmental Impact Assessment

Vizag data centre is a major challenge, Pg7

Google's Vizag data center faces environmental and governance challenges despite boosting digital infrastructure and attracting ₹1.25 lakh crore investments.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.IT and Computers Environmental Impact Assessment

2 Jun, 2026

Vizag data centre is a major challenge, Pg7

Google's Vizag data center faces environmental and governance challenges despite boosting digital infrastructure and attracting ₹1.25 lakh crore investments.

2 Jun, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

IMEC is caught between commerce and geopolitics, Pg6

Iran conflict exposes IMEC's geopolitical vulnerabilities; alternative routes via Oman and Egypt explored amid Saudi-UAE tensions.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

2 Jun, 2026

IMEC is caught between commerce and geopolitics, Pg6

Iran conflict exposes IMEC's geopolitical vulnerabilities; alternative routes via Oman and Egypt explored amid Saudi-UAE tensions.

2 Jun, 2026

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

'Cheap' global money flow into India drying up, Pg9

RBI flags concern as 'cheap' global money inflows into India dry up amid rising sovereign bond yields and West Asia crisis.

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

2 Jun, 2026

'Cheap' global money flow into India drying up, Pg9

RBI flags concern as 'cheap' global money inflows into India dry up amid rising sovereign bond yields and West Asia crisis.

2 Jun, 2026

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Environmental Impact Assessment

'Comprehensive appraisal done': Minister defends Great Nicobar project in response to Jairam letter, Pg8

Environment Minister defends Great Nicobar project clearances amidst concerns over environmental impact assessment and biodiversity, citing comprehensive appraisal and strategic importance.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation Environmental Impact Assessment

2 Jun, 2026

'Comprehensive appraisal done': Minister defends Great Nicobar project in response to Jairam letter, Pg8

Environment Minister defends Great Nicobar project clearances amidst concerns over environmental impact assessment and biodiversity, citing comprehensive appraisal and strategic importance.

2 Jun, 2026

Government Budgeting

May GST collections up only 3%, revenue from imports jumps 19%, Pg13

India's May GST collections rise 3.2% to ₹1.94 lakh crore, import revenue surges 19.1% amid rising import bills.

Government Budgeting

2 Jun, 2026

May GST collections up only 3%, revenue from imports jumps 19%, Pg13

India's May GST collections rise 3.2% to ₹1.94 lakh crore, import revenue surges 19.1% amid rising import bills.

2 Jun, 2026

Government Budgeting

Centre's April fiscal deficit at 26-month high; FY26 target met, Pg13

India's fiscal deficit hits 26-month high at ₹3.62 lakh crore in April, 21.4% of FY27 target; FY26 target met.

Government Budgeting

2 Jun, 2026

Centre's April fiscal deficit at 26-month high; FY26 target met, Pg13

India's fiscal deficit hits 26-month high at ₹3.62 lakh crore in April, 21.4% of FY27 target; FY26 target met.

2 Jun, 2026

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

ATF price for overseas flights cut by 27%, no change for domestic ops, Pg13

ATF prices slashed 27% for international flights, offering relief to airlines amidst West Asia crisis; domestic prices unchanged.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

2 Jun, 2026

ATF price for overseas flights cut by 27%, no change for domestic ops, Pg13

ATF prices slashed 27% for international flights, offering relief to airlines amidst West Asia crisis; domestic prices unchanged.

2 Jun, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Diaspora Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment Models

Shaping the next chapter in India-Canada relations, Pg6

India and Canada aim for $50 billion trade by 2030, revitalizing CEPA talks after ministerial visits.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Diaspora Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment Models

1 Jun, 2026

Shaping the next chapter in India-Canada relations, Pg6

India and Canada aim for $50 billion trade by 2030, revitalizing CEPA talks after ministerial visits.

1 Jun, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

'FTAs with Europe, UK good moves... should ensure industry doesn't put pressure to take rigid positions', Pg17

Expert urges India to leverage FTAs, reduce import duties, and improve ease of business amid balance of payments concerns.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

1 Jun, 2026

'FTAs with Europe, UK good moves... should ensure industry doesn't put pressure to take rigid positions', Pg17

Expert urges India to leverage FTAs, reduce import duties, and improve ease of business amid balance of payments concerns.

1 Jun, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Ditching the US dollar: How family offices are reacting to geopolitical risks, Pg16

Family offices globally reassess USD assets amid geopolitical risks, eyeing Euro, Swiss Franc, and Asia-Pacific investments, UBS report reveals.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Science and Technology in Everyday Life

1 Jun, 2026

Ditching the US dollar: How family offices are reacting to geopolitical risks, Pg16

Family offices globally reassess USD assets amid geopolitical risks, eyeing Euro, Swiss Franc, and Asia-Pacific investments, UBS report reveals.

1 Jun, 2026

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

Reserve Bank may defer rate hike despite inflationary pressures, Pg16

RBI likely to hold rates steady amidst West Asia conflict, balancing inflation, growth, and global uncertainties for economic stability.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

1 Jun, 2026

Reserve Bank may defer rate hike despite inflationary pressures, Pg16

RBI likely to hold rates steady amidst West Asia conflict, balancing inflation, growth, and global uncertainties for economic stability.

1 Jun, 2026

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

Rupee defence to liquidity: RBI earned over Rs 4 lakh cr in FY26, spent a third of it, Pg16

RBI's FY26 income surges to ₹4.28 lakh crore driven by rupee defence, bond yields, and forex transactions.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

1 Jun, 2026

Rupee defence to liquidity: RBI earned over Rs 4 lakh cr in FY26, spent a third of it, Pg16

RBI's FY26 income surges to ₹4.28 lakh crore driven by rupee defence, bond yields, and forex transactions.

1 Jun, 2026

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

How China's reduced oil imports have helped India, Pg15

China's reduced oil imports amid West Asia crisis indirectly aid India by easing supply crunch and stabilizing prices.

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

1 Jun, 2026

How China's reduced oil imports have helped India, Pg15

China's reduced oil imports amid West Asia crisis indirectly aid India by easing supply crunch and stabilizing prices.

1 Jun, 2026

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday Life

The cloud is the new frontier of digital sovereignty, Pg13

India confronts digital sovereignty risks as reliance on foreign cloud infrastructure deepens, necessitating strategic policy interventions for data control and security.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday Life

1 Jun, 2026

The cloud is the new frontier of digital sovereignty, Pg13

India confronts digital sovereignty risks as reliance on foreign cloud infrastructure deepens, necessitating strategic policy interventions for data control and security.

1 Jun, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Diaspora Food Processing and Related Industries Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

India-Oman pact holds promises for farms, factories and small businesses, Pg13

India-Oman CEPA commences June 1st, eliminating duties on 98% of Indian exports, boosting MSMEs and job creation.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Diaspora Food Processing and Related Industries Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

1 Jun, 2026

India-Oman pact holds promises for farms, factories and small businesses, Pg13

India-Oman CEPA commences June 1st, eliminating duties on 98% of Indian exports, boosting MSMEs and job creation.

1 Jun, 2026

Economy

Industrial output slows to 4.9% in new data series, Pg1

Industrial output slows to 4.9% in new data series, Pg1

‘No space for anti-India elements in Myanmar’, Pg1

‘No space for anti-India elements in Myanmar’, Pg1

Value of loans sanctioned to MSMEs under ECLGS, Pg8

Value of loans sanctioned to MSMEs under ECLGS, Pg8

Remittances anchor the rupee, India’s external balances, Pg7

Remittances anchor the rupee, India’s external balances, Pg7

Value of India’s seafood exports in 2025-26, Pg8

Value of India’s seafood exports in 2025-26, Pg8

Vizag data centre is a major challenge, Pg7

Vizag data centre is a major challenge, Pg7

IMEC is caught between commerce and geopolitics, Pg6

IMEC is caught between commerce and geopolitics, Pg6

'Cheap' global money flow into India drying up, Pg9

'Cheap' global money flow into India drying up, Pg9

'Comprehensive appraisal done': Minister defends Great Nicobar project in response to Jairam letter, Pg8

'Comprehensive appraisal done': Minister defends Great Nicobar project in response to Jairam letter, Pg8

May GST collections up only 3%, revenue from imports jumps 19%, Pg13

May GST collections up only 3%, revenue from imports jumps 19%, Pg13

Centre's April fiscal deficit at 26-month high; FY26 target met, Pg13

Centre's April fiscal deficit at 26-month high; FY26 target met, Pg13

ATF price for overseas flights cut by 27%, no change for domestic ops, Pg13

ATF price for overseas flights cut by 27%, no change for domestic ops, Pg13

Shaping the next chapter in India-Canada relations, Pg6

Shaping the next chapter in India-Canada relations, Pg6

'FTAs with Europe, UK good moves... should ensure industry doesn't put pressure to take rigid positions', Pg17

'FTAs with Europe, UK good moves... should ensure industry doesn't put pressure to take rigid positions', Pg17

Ditching the US dollar: How family offices are reacting to geopolitical risks, Pg16

Ditching the US dollar: How family offices are reacting to geopolitical risks, Pg16

Reserve Bank may defer rate hike despite inflationary pressures, Pg16

Reserve Bank may defer rate hike despite inflationary pressures, Pg16

Rupee defence to liquidity: RBI earned over Rs 4 lakh cr in FY26, spent a third of it, Pg16

Rupee defence to liquidity: RBI earned over Rs 4 lakh cr in FY26, spent a third of it, Pg16

How China's reduced oil imports have helped India, Pg15

How China's reduced oil imports have helped India, Pg15

The cloud is the new frontier of digital sovereignty, Pg13

The cloud is the new frontier of digital sovereignty, Pg13

India-Oman pact holds promises for farms, factories and small businesses, Pg13

India-Oman pact holds promises for farms, factories and small businesses, Pg13

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