News: India’s successful electrification journey, which saw the country achieve 100% electricity access by 2021, is now being analyzed as a model for accelerating energy access in Africa under Mission 300. About Mission 300 Mission 300 is a large-scale initiative led by the World Bank and the African Development Bank to provide electricity access to… Continue reading Mission 300
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.
India’s Agriculture Exports
News: India’s agriculture trade surplus is shrinking due to rising imports of pulses and edible oils, despite steady growth in farm exports. While exports of basmati rice, spices, coffee, and tobacco are poised to reach new highs in 2024-25, imports of key agricultural commodities have surged. About India’s Agriculture Exports Agricultural exports grew by 6.5%,… Continue reading India’s Agriculture Exports
Bond Central
News: Recently, SEBI introduced ‘Bond Central’. About Bond Central ‘Bond Central’ is a centralized database portal for corporate bonds in India. Developed by: The Online Bond Platform Providers Association (OBPP Association), in partnership with stock exchanges and depositories (MIIs). Operated by: It will be operated by the OBPP Association, which is a not-for-profit entity with… Continue reading Bond Central
Dinesh Khara Committee
News: Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (IRDAI) has set up a high-powered committee led by Dinesh Khara, former Chairman of the State Bank of India (SBI). About the Dinesh Khara Committee The Dinesh Khara Committee is a high-powered committee formed by the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) to review the Insurance Act,… Continue reading Dinesh Khara Committee
National Dam Safety Authority
News: The Supreme Court directed a supervisory committee, chaired by the head of the National Dam Safety Authority, to examine concerns raised by Tamil Nadu against Kerala regarding the maintenance of the 125-year-old Mullaperiyar Dam. About National Dam Safety Authority The National Dam Safety Authority (NDSA) is a statutory body in India established under the Dam… Continue reading National Dam Safety Authority
Digital Brand Identity Manual (DBIM)
News: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) launched the Digital Brand Identity Manual (DBIM) to harmonize the government’s digital presence. About DBIM DBIM aims to revolutionize India’s digital governance by establishing a consistent, secure, and inclusive digital identity across government platforms. Objectives of DBIM Aligns with the Prime Minister’s vision of “Reform, Perform,… Continue reading Digital Brand Identity Manual (DBIM)
Sovereign Green Bonds in India
News: Sovereign Green Bonds (SGrBs) are in the news because India has struggled to generate strong investor demand for them despite their potential to fund the country’s green transition. About Green Bonds Green bonds are debt instruments issued by governments, corporations, or multilateral banks to raise capital for projects that reduce emissions or enhance climate… Continue reading Sovereign Green Bonds in India
Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR)
News: The Supreme Court has delivered a significant setback to major telecom operators, including Vodafone Idea (Vi) and Bharti Airtel, by rejecting their review petitions seeking corrections in the Department of Telecommunications’ (DoT) calculations of Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR) dues. About Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR) Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR) refers to the total revenue earned… Continue reading Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR)
Concept of Tax Year
News: The concept of tax year is in the news because it is a key feature introduced in the new Income-Tax Bill, 2025 during the presentation of the Union Budget on February 1, 2025. About the Concept of Tax Year The ‘tax year’ is defined as a 12-month period starting from April 1 and ending… Continue reading Concept of Tax Year
Mutual Fund Investment Tracing and Retrieval Assistant (MITRA)
News: Recently, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) launched MITRA (Mutual Fund Investment Tracing and Retrieval Assistant). About Mutual Fund Investment Tracing and Retrieval Assistant (MITRA) It is a new digital platform designed to help investors trace and reclaim their inactive or unclaimed mutual fund folios. Aim: This initiative aims to address the growing… Continue reading Mutual Fund Investment Tracing and Retrieval Assistant (MITRA)
