Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentRBI Keeps Interest Rates Unchanged, Opts For Caution Amid Uncertain Global Outlook, Pg1RBI's MPC maintains repo rate at 5.25% due to global uncertainties, marginally raising growth forecast while cutting inflation projection.Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment6 Aug, 2026RBI Keeps Interest Rates Unchanged, Opts For Caution Amid Uncertain Global Outlook, Pg1RBI's MPC maintains repo rate at 5.25% due to global uncertainties, marginally raising growth forecast while cutting inflation projection.6 Aug, 2026
Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentRBI Panel Keeps Repo Rate Steady At 5.25%, Pg1RBI's MPC unanimously holds repo rate at 5.25% amidst resilient domestic demand and global headwinds, projecting 6.7% GDP growth for 2026-27.Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment6 Aug, 2026RBI Panel Keeps Repo Rate Steady At 5.25%, Pg1RBI's MPC unanimously holds repo rate at 5.25% amidst resilient domestic demand and global headwinds, projecting 6.7% GDP growth for 2026-27.6 Aug, 2026
Inclusive GrowthUnion State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInclusive GrowthUnion State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthHighs And Lows, Pg6July GST collections reached ₹2.11 lakh crore, yet import-driven growth and rupee depreciation mask weak domestic production and uneven state-level tax buoyancy.Inclusive GrowthUnion State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInclusive GrowthUnion State Relations and Federal StructureIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth6 Aug, 2026Highs And Lows, Pg6July GST collections reached ₹2.11 lakh crore, yet import-driven growth and rupee depreciation mask weak domestic production and uneven state-level tax buoyancy.6 Aug, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentQuantum Shift, Pg6Private industry surpasses government, funding over 51% of India's national R&D for the first time, signaling a major economic and scientific shift.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development6 Aug, 2026Quantum Shift, Pg6Private industry surpasses government, funding over 51% of India's national R&D for the first time, signaling a major economic and scientific shift.6 Aug, 2026
Union State Relations and Federal StructureConstitutional BodiesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureConstitutional BodiesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingFiscal federalism, efficiency versus equity concerns, Pg616th Finance Commission's recommendations prioritize efficiency over equity, raising concerns about widening regional disparities and federal balance in India.Union State Relations and Federal StructureConstitutional BodiesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureConstitutional BodiesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting6 Aug, 2026Fiscal federalism, efficiency versus equity concerns, Pg616th Finance Commission's recommendations prioritize efficiency over equity, raising concerns about widening regional disparities and federal balance in India.6 Aug, 2026
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 GrowthGovernment Notifies Inventory-Based Cross-Border E-Commerce Export Framework Under Foreign Trade Policy 2023Government operationalizes new inventory-based cross-border e-commerce export framework under FTP 2023, boosting MSME access to global markets.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 Growth6 Aug, 2026Government Notifies Inventory-Based Cross-Border E-Commerce Export Framework Under Foreign Trade Policy 2023Government operationalizes new inventory-based cross-border e-commerce export framework under FTP 2023, boosting MSME access to global markets.6 Aug, 2026
Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentCut, hike, hold: How RBI decides monetary policy, Pg16RBI's Monetary Policy Committee evaluates inflation, crude oil, monsoon, and global factors to determine interest rate adjustments for economic stability.Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment5 Aug, 2026Cut, hike, hold: How RBI decides monetary policy, Pg16RBI's Monetary Policy Committee evaluates inflation, crude oil, monsoon, and global factors to determine interest rate adjustments for economic stability.5 Aug, 2026
Population and Associated IssuesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentPopulation and Associated IssuesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndia to Japan, via Northeast, Pg15Northeast Indian youth find new opportunities in Japan's aging economy through skill worker programs, boosting remittances and bilateral ties.Population and Associated IssuesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentPopulation and Associated IssuesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment5 Aug, 2026India to Japan, via Northeast, Pg15Northeast Indian youth find new opportunities in Japan's aging economy through skill worker programs, boosting remittances and bilateral ties.5 Aug, 2026
Parliament and State LegislaturesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingParliament and State LegislaturesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingTaxation Laws (Amendment) Bill Tabled In Lok Sabha By FM, Pg13Finance Minister tables Taxation Laws (Amendment) Bill 2026 in Lok Sabha, offering tax concessions to attract global capital and boost domestic manufacturing.Parliament and State LegislaturesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingParliament and State LegislaturesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting5 Aug, 2026Taxation Laws (Amendment) Bill Tabled In Lok Sabha By FM, Pg13Finance Minister tables Taxation Laws (Amendment) Bill 2026 in Lok Sabha, offering tax concessions to attract global capital and boost domestic manufacturing.5 Aug, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInflows of $49 billion in 2 months, but no 2013-like boost for rupee, Pg13Despite $49 billion foreign inflows in two months, the rupee shows minimal strengthening, unlike 2013, due to RBI intervention and hedging.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the Economy5 Aug, 2026Inflows of $49 billion in 2 months, but no 2013-like boost for rupee, Pg13Despite $49 billion foreign inflows in two months, the rupee shows minimal strengthening, unlike 2013, due to RBI intervention and hedging.5 Aug, 2026
Poverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentPoverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentWhy must people be poor in a state rich with minerals?, Pg11Despite immense mineral wealth, Jharkhand's mining communities remain impoverished due to poor governance, delayed auctions, and DMFT's unfulfilled promise of welfare.Poverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentPoverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment5 Aug, 2026Why must people be poor in a state rich with minerals?, Pg11Despite immense mineral wealth, Jharkhand's mining communities remain impoverished due to poor governance, delayed auctions, and DMFT's unfulfilled promise of welfare.5 Aug, 2026
Art FormsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIntellectual Property Rights, IPRArt FormsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIntellectual Property Rights, IPRGI Tags: Scaling Traditional Wealth Into Global BrandsIndia leverages Geographical Indication (GI) tags to protect traditional products, empower artisans, and boost rural economy, aiming for 10,000 registrations by 2030.Art FormsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIntellectual Property Rights, IPRArt FormsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIntellectual Property Rights, IPR5 Aug, 2026GI Tags: Scaling Traditional Wealth Into Global BrandsIndia leverages Geographical Indication (GI) tags to protect traditional products, empower artisans, and boost rural economy, aiming for 10,000 registrations by 2030.5 Aug, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsTechnology Missions in AgricultureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsTechnology Missions in AgricultureMission For Cotton ProductivityGovernment approves Rs 5,659 crore KAPAS KANTI Mission to boost cotton productivity and production across 14 states by 2031.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsTechnology Missions in AgricultureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsTechnology Missions in Agriculture5 Aug, 2026Mission For Cotton ProductivityGovernment approves Rs 5,659 crore KAPAS KANTI Mission to boost cotton productivity and production across 14 states by 2031.5 Aug, 2026
Women and Women's OrganizationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentConservation, Pollution and DegradationWomen and Women's OrganizationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentConservation, Pollution and DegradationMSME Sustainable (ZED) Certification: Strengthening Quality, Sustainability and Women-led EnterprisesGovernment boosts MSMEs with ZED Certification, offering 100% subsidy for women-led enterprises to enhance quality and sustainability.Women and Women's OrganizationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentConservation, Pollution and DegradationWomen and Women's OrganizationsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentConservation, Pollution and Degradation5 Aug, 2026MSME Sustainable (ZED) Certification: Strengthening Quality, Sustainability and Women-led EnterprisesGovernment boosts MSMEs with ZED Certification, offering 100% subsidy for women-led enterprises to enhance quality and sustainability.5 Aug, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesWhy Iran war didn't cause fertiliser crisis, Pg9India deftly navigates global energy shock from Iran war, securing urea supply through diversification and subsidies, but faces challenges with DAP and complex fertilizers.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices4 Aug, 2026Why Iran war didn't cause fertiliser crisis, Pg9India deftly navigates global energy shock from Iran war, securing urea supply through diversification and subsidies, but faces challenges with DAP and complex fertilizers.4 Aug, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyUS-Japan Joint Action: How A Stronger Yen Affects Indian Markets, Pg9US-Japan's joint currency intervention strengthens yen, raising concerns for Indian markets due to potential FII exodus from carry trades.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the Economy4 Aug, 2026US-Japan Joint Action: How A Stronger Yen Affects Indian Markets, Pg9US-Japan's joint currency intervention strengthens yen, raising concerns for Indian markets due to potential FII exodus from carry trades.4 Aug, 2026
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthManufacturing Growth Near 5-Yr Low In July: PMI, Pg13India's manufacturing growth hits near five-year low in July, with PMI falling to 53.5 amid slowing domestic demand and job creation.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth4 Aug, 2026Manufacturing Growth Near 5-Yr Low In July: PMI, Pg13India's manufacturing growth hits near five-year low in July, with PMI falling to 53.5 amid slowing domestic demand and job creation.4 Aug, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGovt Plans Tax Relief For Offshore Funds, Electronics' Contract Mfg, Pg13Government proposes major tax relief for offshore funds and electronics contract manufacturing, extending exemptions until 2040-41 to attract foreign investment.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth4 Aug, 2026Govt Plans Tax Relief For Offshore Funds, Electronics' Contract Mfg, Pg13Government proposes major tax relief for offshore funds and electronics contract manufacturing, extending exemptions until 2040-41 to attract foreign investment.4 Aug, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIT and ComputersGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIT and ComputersDoor Opens For Fee On UPI, RuPay Debit Card Payment To Big Merchants, Pg13Finance Ministry paves way for fees on UPI and RuPay debit card payments to large merchants, aiming to ensure digital payment ecosystem's financial sustainability.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIT and ComputersGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIT and Computers4 Aug, 2026Door Opens For Fee On UPI, RuPay Debit Card Payment To Big Merchants, Pg13Finance Ministry paves way for fees on UPI and RuPay debit card payments to large merchants, aiming to ensure digital payment ecosystem's financial sustainability.4 Aug, 2026
Parliament and State LegislaturesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthParliament and State LegislaturesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthRajya Sabha passes Bill on MSMEs amid Opposition protests, Pg10Rajya Sabha passed the MSME Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026, mandating TReDS for CPSEs to address MSME liquidity concerns, despite Opposition protests.Parliament and State LegislaturesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthParliament and State LegislaturesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth4 Aug, 2026Rajya Sabha passes Bill on MSMEs amid Opposition protests, Pg10Rajya Sabha passed the MSME Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026, mandating TReDS for CPSEs to address MSME liquidity concerns, despite Opposition protests.4 Aug, 2026