News: Mahindra to gift Rs. 500 cr. in company stock to over 14,000 workers as Diwali bonus through Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), a form of employee stock option plan (ESOP). About Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP) An Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP) is a benefit scheme where companies offer employees the right to buy shares… Continue reading Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP)
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.
Biochar
News: The CO2 removal technologies such as biochar are expected to play a crucial role as the Indian carbon market set to be launched in 2026. About Biochar Biochar is a type of charcoal rich in carbon and is produced from agricultural residue and organic municipal solid waste (also called biomass). Purpose: The main purpose… Continue reading Biochar
Battery Waste Management Rules (BWMR)
News: With growing volumes of lithium batteries waste in country, there is a need to re-analyze the Battery Waste Management Rules (BWMR). About Battery Waste Management Rules (BWMR) There is a growing volume of battery waste in India, with lithium batteries alone accounting for 7,00,000 of the 1.6 million metric tonnes of e-waste generated in… Continue reading Battery Waste Management Rules (BWMR)
India Electric Mobility Index (IEMI)
News– Recently, NITI Aayog launched the India Electric Mobility Index (IEMI). About India Electric Mobility Index (IEMI) It is a national-level benchmarking tool designed to: Evaluate the progress of States/UTs in adopting electric mobility. Compare inter-state performance across various dimensions. Guide States/UTs toward more effective EV-related policy interventions. Developed by: NITI Aayog Objective: To align… Continue reading India Electric Mobility Index (IEMI)
Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA)
News: The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA) is in the final phase of testing its Integrated Portal, designed to streamline claim processes and enhance accessibility for both investors and companies. About Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA) It is dedicated to safeguarding investor interests by facilitating the return of unclaimed shares and… Continue reading Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA)
Supply and Use Tables (SUTs)
News: The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has released the ‘Supply and Use Tables of 2020-21 and 2021-22’. About Supply and Use Tables (SUTs) The Supply and Use Tables (SUTs) represent a detailed snapshot of all economic activities taking place in the economy. They are powerful analytical tools that present the structure of… Continue reading Supply and Use Tables (SUTs)
Grant in aid to National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC)
News: The Union Cabinet has approved the Central Sector Scheme “Grant in aid to National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC)” with an outlay of Rs.2000 crore for a period of four years from 2025-26 to 2028- 29. About Grant in aid to National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) It is a scheme to provide financial support to… Continue reading Grant in aid to National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC)
IMF’s latest World Economic Outlook
News: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released the latest update of its World Economic Outlook (WEO) on July 29th. About IMF’s latest World Economic Outlook The World Economic Outlook (WEO) provides a comprehensive picture of the global economy as well as details of individual countries. Released by: International Monetary Fund (IMF) The IMF releases… Continue reading IMF’s latest World Economic Outlook
Paithani sarees
News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’ praised the traditional craftsmanship of Paithani sarees. About Paithani sarees Paithani sarees originated from the town of Paithan in Maharashtra, India Distinctive Style: These sarees are famous for their square motifs, vibrant colors, and intricate peacock designs on the pallu, symbolizing… Continue reading Paithani sarees
Ethanol Blended Petrol Programme (EBP Programme)
News: India has successfully achieved 20 per cent ethanol blending in petrol in 2025, five years ahead of its original target set for 2030. About Ethanol Blended Petrol Programme (EBP Programme) It is a flagship initiative to promote the use of ethanol by blending it with petrol. Launched in: It was launched in January, 2003.… Continue reading Ethanol Blended Petrol Programme (EBP Programme)
