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Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth
27 Feb, 2026

SEBI revamps mutual fund rulebook, Pg16

SEBI overhauls mutual fund regulations, eliminates solution-oriented schemes, and permits higher exposure to gold, silver, and InvITs to boost fund diversification.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
27 Feb, 2026

Deflators, discrepancies, data sources: GDP set to get updated, Pg16

India's GDP calculation undergoes major overhaul with new 2022-23 base year, aiming for accurate economic structure representation and revised growth trajectory.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment Models
27 Feb, 2026

A new compact to reshape India's cities, Pg13

Urban Challenge Fund (UCF) launched with ₹1 lakh crore outlay to reshape Indian cities through market-linked, reform-driven infrastructure development.

Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
27 Feb, 2026

PM to inaugurate country’s first semiconductor fabrication plant in Sanand, Pg10

PM Modi to inaugurate India's first semiconductor fabrication plant in Sanand, Gujarat, with ₹22,516 crore investment, creating 5,000 jobs.

E GovernanceInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday Life
26 Feb, 2026

India's first P2P decentralized energy trading pilot demonstrated (REC showcased a live demonstration of the PSP energy trading pilot program under the India Energy Stack, which allows consumers and farmers to trade renewable energy.), Pg18

REC demonstrates India's first P2P decentralized energy trading pilot under India Energy Stack, empowering consumers and farmers to trade renewable energy.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
26 Feb, 2026

US import duties on Indian solar panels may hit domestic OEMs, Pg13

US imposes 12.6% countervailing duty on Indian solar panel imports, threatening domestic manufacturers amid oversupply and pricing pressures.

Government BudgetingIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas
26 Feb, 2026

India's recent defence surge is not a sign of militarism. It is a sign of maturity, Pg11

India boosts defence spending by 15.19% to modernize military and deter aggression amid rising geopolitical tensions with China and Pakistan.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
26 Feb, 2026

US slaps 126% tariff on solar firms, cites Adani not joining subsidy probe, Pg1

US imposes 126% tariff on Indian solar firms after Adani Group withdraws from subsidy probe, impacting $792.6 million exports.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIT and Computers
25 Feb, 2026

IT sector stocks crash 5% as report warns of SaaS becoming obsolete; down 21% in Feb, Pg15

Indian IT sector faces turmoil as AI advancements threaten SaaS model, triggering stock crash and layoff fears.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting
25 Feb, 2026

Unstable, too broad: No UPI payment data in new GDP series, Pg15

MoSPI declines UPI data for GDP calculation due to instability and broad payment categories, delaying accurate private consumption expenditure estimation.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
25 Feb, 2026

India's dependence on imported oil may hit fresh full-year high in FY26, Pg15

India's oil import dependence hits 88.6% in FY26, driven by rising demand and stagnant domestic production, impacting economy.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
25 Feb, 2026

Amid spurt in small aircraft accidents, DGCA cracks whip, Pg12

DGCA enforces strict safety measures for non-scheduled operators after recent aircraft accidents, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
25 Feb, 2026

Vande Bharat Express set to roll between Srinagar and Jammu, Pg3

Vande Bharat Express to connect Srinagar and Jammu, reducing travel time to under 5 hours; Srinagar airport expansion approved.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentIT and Computers
25 Feb, 2026

After AI Summit, a question: Has India chosen to be a consumer in age of creators?, Pg11

India's AI ambition faces reality check as insufficient funding threatens to relegate it to consumer status amid global tech race.

Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
25 Feb, 2026

Centre increases MSP for jute by ₹275 per quintal, Pg12

Centre hikes raw jute MSP to ₹5,925/quintal for 2024-25, aiming 61.8% return over production cost for farmers.

World WarsPoverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment Budgeting
25 Feb, 2026

How the Russia-Ukraine war is hurting the home front, Pg7

Russia-Ukraine war inflicts heavy economic costs: Ukraine faces $558 billion reconstruction, both nations grapple with inflation, reduced social spending.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesIndian DiasporaIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
25 Feb, 2026

Attracting talent positioned abroad, Pg7

US H-1B visa changes prompt India to lure back talent through policy reforms and investment in R&D and infrastructure.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth
25 Feb, 2026

India’s trade strategy in a multipolar world, Pg6

India's proactive trade strategy includes FTAs with EU, USA, targeting $2 trillion exports by 2030 and global economic influence.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
25 Feb, 2026

An Israel visit — its strategic, economic, regional impact, Pg6

PM Modi's Israel visit in 2026 focuses on defence, trade, and regional security amidst West Asia tensions and evolving alliances.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGovernment Budgeting
24 Feb, 2026

French investors to pay capital gains on stock market investment, Pg15

India amends tax treaty with France; French investors face capital gains tax on Indian stock market investments, potentially boosting revenue.

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