Inclusive GrowthWomen and Women's OrganizationsVulnerable SectionsGovernment BudgetingInclusive GrowthWomen and Women's OrganizationsVulnerable SectionsGovernment BudgetingExpectations from a gender lens in Budget 2026-27, Pg11Budget 2026-27 urged to prioritize women's time poverty by reimagining schemes, measuring outcomes, and promoting workforce participation.Inclusive GrowthWomen and Women's OrganizationsVulnerable SectionsGovernment BudgetingInclusive GrowthWomen and Women's OrganizationsVulnerable SectionsGovernment Budgeting26 Jan, 2026Expectations from a gender lens in Budget 2026-27, Pg11Budget 2026-27 urged to prioritize women's time poverty by reimagining schemes, measuring outcomes, and promoting workforce participation.26 Jan, 2026
Union State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingRBI calls on states to frame 'clear glide path' to reduce debt, Pg19RBI urges states to reduce debt, mirroring Centre's strategy, as debt levels may hit 29.2% of GDP by FY26.Union State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting24 Jan, 2026RBI calls on states to frame 'clear glide path' to reduce debt, Pg19RBI urges states to reduce debt, mirroring Centre's strategy, as debt levels may hit 29.2% of GDP by FY26.24 Jan, 2026
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingCentral bank readies liquidity boost of Rs 1.25 lakh crore, Pg19RBI to inject ₹1.25 lakh crore liquidity via VRR, forex swaps, and OMOs amid shrinking banking system liquidity.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting24 Jan, 2026Central bank readies liquidity boost of Rs 1.25 lakh crore, Pg19RBI to inject ₹1.25 lakh crore liquidity via VRR, forex swaps, and OMOs amid shrinking banking system liquidity.24 Jan, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment BudgetingBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment BudgetingBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityAmid volatility, a supply comfort in commodities, Pg12Global commodity supply surges ease inflation fears amid geopolitical tensions and rupee depreciation, bolstering macroeconomic stability.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment BudgetingBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment BudgetingBuffer Stocks and Food Security24 Jan, 2026Amid volatility, a supply comfort in commodities, Pg12Global commodity supply surges ease inflation fears amid geopolitical tensions and rupee depreciation, bolstering macroeconomic stability.24 Jan, 2026
Inclusive GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingInclusive GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingThe limits of household stability, Pg12RBI flags rising household debt; Indians borrowing more to maintain consumption amid uneven income growth, posing economic risks.Inclusive GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingInclusive GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting23 Jan, 2026The limits of household stability, Pg12RBI flags rising household debt; Indians borrowing more to maintain consumption amid uneven income growth, posing economic risks.23 Jan, 2026
Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment BudgetingWhat is T.N.’s new hybrid pension model?, Pg8Tamil Nadu introduces TAPS, a hybrid pension scheme effective January 1, 2026, balancing financial strain and employee benefits.Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment Budgeting20 Jan, 2026What is T.N.’s new hybrid pension model?, Pg8Tamil Nadu introduces TAPS, a hybrid pension scheme effective January 1, 2026, balancing financial strain and employee benefits.20 Jan, 2026
Union State Relations and Federal StructureVulnerable SectionsGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureVulnerable SectionsGovernment BudgetingTax cuts leave governments little room for welfare spending, Pg11Tax cuts constrain government finances, limiting welfare spending despite expanded tax base and competitive populism, impacting future fiscal policies.Union State Relations and Federal StructureVulnerable SectionsGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureVulnerable SectionsGovernment Budgeting20 Jan, 2026Tax cuts leave governments little room for welfare spending, Pg11Tax cuts constrain government finances, limiting welfare spending despite expanded tax base and competitive populism, impacting future fiscal policies.20 Jan, 2026
Government BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGovernment BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBudget 2026-27 must keep the growth momentum, Pg8Budget 2026-27 eyes growth via defence boost, export incentives, tax reforms, and corporate bond market deepening.Government BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGovernment BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development17 Jan, 2026Budget 2026-27 must keep the growth momentum, Pg8Budget 2026-27 eyes growth via defence boost, export incentives, tax reforms, and corporate bond market deepening.17 Jan, 2026
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingRetail inflation at 3-month high of 1.33% in December, Pg1Retail inflation climbs to 1.33% in December 2025, a three-month high, but remains below RBI's 2% comfort level.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting13 Jan, 2026Retail inflation at 3-month high of 1.33% in December, Pg1Retail inflation climbs to 1.33% in December 2025, a three-month high, but remains below RBI's 2% comfort level.13 Jan, 2026
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting‘Old’ CPI inflation rises to 1.33% in Dec, ends 2025 outside RBI’s 2-6% range, Pg21India's CPI inflation edges up to 1.33% in December 2025 due to base effect, new CPI series to be released.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting13 Jan, 2026‘Old’ CPI inflation rises to 1.33% in Dec, ends 2025 outside RBI’s 2-6% range, Pg21India's CPI inflation edges up to 1.33% in December 2025 due to base effect, new CPI series to be released.13 Jan, 2026
Government BudgetingGovernment BudgetingNet direct tax collection rises 8.82% to Rs 18.38L cr till Jan 11, Pg21India's net direct tax collection surges 8.82% to ₹18.38L cr by January 11, driven by corporate tax growth.Government BudgetingGovernment Budgeting13 Jan, 2026Net direct tax collection rises 8.82% to Rs 18.38L cr till Jan 11, Pg21India's net direct tax collection surges 8.82% to ₹18.38L cr by January 11, driven by corporate tax growth.13 Jan, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsGovernment BudgetingGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsGovernment BudgetingJal Jeevan outlay to be cut 60% this year, Pg1Jal Jeevan Mission faces 60% budget cut amid extension uncertainty and reported irregularities, impacting rural tap water goals.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsGovernment BudgetingGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsGovernment Budgeting13 Jan, 2026Jal Jeevan outlay to be cut 60% this year, Pg1Jal Jeevan Mission faces 60% budget cut amid extension uncertainty and reported irregularities, impacting rural tap water goals.13 Jan, 2026
Union State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingStates flag revenue loss after GST cuts, erosion of fiscal powers, Pg13States voice concerns over revenue losses post-GST rationalization, demand greater fiscal autonomy and equitable Centre-State funding during pre-budget meet.Union State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting11 Jan, 2026States flag revenue loss after GST cuts, erosion of fiscal powers, Pg13States voice concerns over revenue losses post-GST rationalization, demand greater fiscal autonomy and equitable Centre-State funding during pre-budget meet.11 Jan, 2026
Parliament and State LegislaturesGovernment BudgetingParliament and State LegislaturesGovernment BudgetingBudget Session to begin on January 28, Pg9Budget Session 2025 to commence on January 28, featuring President's Address and Budget presentation on February 1.Parliament and State LegislaturesGovernment BudgetingParliament and State LegislaturesGovernment Budgeting10 Jan, 2026Budget Session to begin on January 28, Pg9Budget Session 2025 to commence on January 28, featuring President's Address and Budget presentation on February 1.10 Jan, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGovernment BudgetingSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsGovernment BudgetingSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateLutnick's deal timeline collides with Op Sindoor, Trump's 'ceasefire' claim, Pg1US trade deal timeline coincides with 'Op Sindoor' and Trump's ceasefire claim, impacting India-US-Pakistan relations.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGovernment BudgetingSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsGovernment BudgetingSecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate10 Jan, 2026Lutnick's deal timeline collides with Op Sindoor, Trump's 'ceasefire' claim, Pg1US trade deal timeline coincides with 'Op Sindoor' and Trump's ceasefire claim, impacting India-US-Pakistan relations.10 Jan, 2026
Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment BudgetingGSDP share as criterion for central-State transfers, Pg10States demand GSDP-based central fund allocation for fair tax devolution, challenging current Finance Commission formulas favouring equity over contribution.Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment Budgeting9 Jan, 2026GSDP share as criterion for central-State transfers, Pg10States demand GSDP-based central fund allocation for fair tax devolution, challenging current Finance Commission formulas favouring equity over contribution.9 Jan, 2026
Inclusive GrowthDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsVulnerable SectionsGovernment BudgetingInclusive GrowthDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsVulnerable SectionsGovernment BudgetingMGNREGA overhaul plugs gaps, keeps up with changing times, Pg11MGNREGA revamped as VB-GRAM, aiming 125 workdays, productive asset creation, and Gram Panchayat empowerment for Viksit Bharat 2047.Inclusive GrowthDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsVulnerable SectionsGovernment BudgetingInclusive GrowthDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsVulnerable SectionsGovernment Budgeting9 Jan, 2026MGNREGA overhaul plugs gaps, keeps up with changing times, Pg11MGNREGA revamped as VB-GRAM, aiming 125 workdays, productive asset creation, and Gram Panchayat empowerment for Viksit Bharat 2047.9 Jan, 2026
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingGovt. pegs FY26 growth at 7.4% amid tariff concerns, Pg1Government projects India's FY26 GDP growth at 7.4% despite U.S. tariffs and slowing consumer spending.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting8 Jan, 2026Govt. pegs FY26 growth at 7.4% amid tariff concerns, Pg1Government projects India's FY26 GDP growth at 7.4% despite U.S. tariffs and slowing consumer spending.8 Jan, 2026
Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment BudgetingThe middle path, Pg6Tamil Nadu introduces Assured Pension Scheme, balancing electoral promises with fiscal prudence amidst debt concerns and revenue growth challenges.Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment Budgeting8 Jan, 2026The middle path, Pg6Tamil Nadu introduces Assured Pension Scheme, balancing electoral promises with fiscal prudence amidst debt concerns and revenue growth challenges.8 Jan, 2026
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingGDP growth in FY26 expected at 7.4% despite US tariff troubles, Pg1India's real GDP growth projected at 7.4% for FY26, manufacturing rebounds despite US tariffs, nominal growth slows to 8%.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting8 Jan, 2026GDP growth in FY26 expected at 7.4% despite US tariff troubles, Pg1India's real GDP growth projected at 7.4% for FY26, manufacturing rebounds despite US tariffs, nominal growth slows to 8%.8 Jan, 2026