News: SEBI has cautioned the public about rising investments in unregulated digital gold amid a surge in gold prices and online promotions. About Digital Gold Digital gold refers to buying and owning gold electronically without physically holding the metal. Technology used : Digital gold is created using blockchain technology, which enables online buying, selling, and… Continue reading Digital Gold
Category: Factly – Indian Economy
This category contains all Current Affairs Factly Articles for Prelims, related to the Indian economy. You can find all relevant Economy updates on this page. This page is specifically useful for UPSC Prelims exam.
Plant Genome Saviour Awards 2024-25
News: Union Agriculture Minister recently presented ‘Plant Genome Saviour Awards’ to farmers in New Delhi. About Plant Genome Saviour Awards 2024-25 Purpose of the Awards: These awards honour individual farmers, communities, and organizations for their outstanding contributions to conserving traditional seed varieties, protecting plant genetic resources, and promoting biodiversity. Award Categories & Recipients: Recognized entities… Continue reading Plant Genome Saviour Awards 2024-25
Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters (CGSE)
News: The Union Cabinet approved the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters (CGSE) to provide 100% guarantee coverage for additional credit to eligible exporters. About Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters (CGSE) The CGSE is designed to provide full guarantee support to Member Lending Institutions for extending additional working capital and collateral-free loans to eligible exporters Aim:… Continue reading Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters (CGSE)
Draft Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) (Second) Amendment Rules, 2025
News: The Department of Consumer Affairs proposed rules mandating country-of-origin filters on e-commerce listings and invited stakeholder comments by November 22, 2025. About Draft Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) (Second) Amendment Rules, 2025 Proposed by : The amendment has been proposed by the Department of Consumer Affairs, Government of India. Aim: The amendment aims to help… Continue reading Draft Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) (Second) Amendment Rules, 2025
Sustainable Harnessing of Fisheries in the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) Rules, 2025
News: Recently, the Government of India has notified the “Sustainable Harnessing of Fisheries in the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) Rules, 2025,” About Sustainable Harnessing of Fisheries in the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) Rules, 2025 The Rules aims to promote sustainable harnessing of deep-sea fisheries resources, empower small fishers’ cooperatives, and ensure ecological conservation. Nodal Ministry:… Continue reading Sustainable Harnessing of Fisheries in the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) Rules, 2025
‘CoopKumbh’ 2025
News: Union Minister of Cooperation will inaugurate Cooperative Kumbh 2025, a two-day international cooperative conference, at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. About ‘CoopKumbh’ 2025 Cooperative Kumbh 2025 is an international conference on the urban cooperative credit sector that focuses on collaboration, innovation, and policy advancement. Aim: It aims to strengthen the cooperative framework for financial inclusion and… Continue reading ‘CoopKumbh’ 2025
World Cooperative Monitor (WCM) Report 2025
News: Union Minister of Cooperation has congratulated Amul and Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) for occupying the first two ranks among the top ten cooperatives in the world. About World Cooperative Monitor (WCM) Report 2025 It is the 13th edition of a comprehensive global study on cooperatives and mutual enterprises. Released by: International Cooperative… Continue reading World Cooperative Monitor (WCM) Report 2025
Emerging Science, Technology & Innovation Conclave 2025 (ESTIC-2025)
News: Prime Minister inaugurated the Emerging Science and Technology Innovation Conclave 2025 (ESTIC-2025) at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. About Emerging Science, Technology & Innovation Conclave 2025 (ESTIC-2025) It is India’s premier STI platform, bringing together ministries, innovators, and global visionaries. 2025 Edition: It is the inaugural edition of Conclave. Organized by: It is a… Continue reading Emerging Science, Technology & Innovation Conclave 2025 (ESTIC-2025)
Marine Fisheries Census 2025
News: Marine Fisheries Census 2025 advances with digital geo referenced supervision and web dashboards after workshops and a national meet at CMFRI Kochi. About Marine Fisheries Census 2025 It is the 5th edition of India’s national marine fisheries census. Ministry involved: Ministry ofFisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Funded by: It is fully funded by the… Continue reading Marine Fisheries Census 2025
Bharat Taxi – India’s First Cooperative Cab Service
News: The Union Ministry of Cooperation and the National e-Governance Division (NeGD) have jointly launched Bharat Taxi to provide affordable and driver-friendly transportation. About Bharat Taxi About: Bharat Taxi is India’s first-ever cooperative cab service, scheduled to be launched in November 2025 in Delhi. Launched by: Union Ministry of Cooperation and the National e-Governance Division (NeGD) Managed… Continue reading Bharat Taxi – India’s First Cooperative Cab Service
