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.

How India’s major stock indices work

Source-This post on How India’s major stock indices work has been created based on the article “Adani Ports to enter Sensex: how India’s major stock indices work” published in “Indian Express” on 27 May 2024. Why in News? The Sensex at the Bombay Stock Exchange will include Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ)… Continue reading How India’s major stock indices work

India’s Trade Deficit in 2023-24

Source-This post on India’s Trade Deficit in 2023-24 has been created based on the article “India records trade deficit with 9 of top 10 trading partners in 2023-24” published in “The Hindu” on 27 May 2024. Why in News? According to the recently released official data, India recorded a trade deficit with nine of its… Continue reading India’s Trade Deficit in 2023-24

Economic Capital Framework

Source-This post on RBI to Transfer ₹2,10,874 Crore Surplus to Centre for FY24 has been created based on the article “RBI to transfer ₹2,10,874 cr. surplus to Centre for FY24” published in “The Hindu” on 23 May 2024. Why in News? Recently, the Reserve Bank of India’s board approved the transfer of a record ₹2,10,874 crore surplus… Continue reading Economic Capital Framework

RBI’s Proposed Framework for Project Financing

Source-This post on RBI’s Proposed Framework for Project Financing has been created based on the article “RBI’s proposed framework to administer project financing” published in “The Hindu” on 23 May 2024. Why in News? Recently the RBI released draft regulations for consultation to enhance the regulatory framework for financing projects with long gestation periods in infrastructure,… Continue reading RBI’s Proposed Framework for Project Financing

Bond buyback

Source-This post on Bond buyback has been created based on the article “RBI announces reduction in the quantum of the government’s treasury bill sales” published in “The Economic times” on 20 May 2024. Why in News? The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has addressed the tight liquidity in the banking system by significantly lowering the government’s… Continue reading Bond buyback

India’s Irradiation Technology for Onions

Source-This post on India’s Irradiation Technology for Onions is based on the article “Government-backed irradiation initiative aims to save onion harvest” published in “LiveMint” on 17th May 2024. Why in the News?” India is piloting an innovative technology called irradiation, to extend the shelf life of onions and reduce post-harvest losses. About Irradiation: a) Irradiation facilities are… Continue reading India’s Irradiation Technology for Onions

India International Bullion Exchange (IIBX)

Source-This post on India International Bullion Exchange (IIBX) is based on the article “SBI is 1st bank as trading-clearing member of IIBX” published in “The Times of India” on 14th May 2024. Why in the News? State Bank of India (SBI) has become the first trading-cum-clearing member of the India International Bullion Exchange (IIBX) located… Continue reading India International Bullion Exchange (IIBX)

India Volatility Index (VIX)

Source:  This post on India Volatility Index VIX is based on the article “India VIX Index rallies: What does market volatility mean for investors?” published in “The Indian Express” on 14th May 2024. Why in the News? Recent, surge in the India VIX reflects the anticipated near-term volatility in the market. About Volatility Index (VIX)… Continue reading India Volatility Index (VIX)

India VIX

Source-This post on India VIX is based on the article “India VIX jumps above 16.5 amid election-led volatility; experts advise caution on leveraged positions” published in “Money Control” on 8th May 2024. Why in the News? India VIX has risen above 16.5 due to volatility driven by elections. In this regard, experts have recommend exercising caution with… Continue reading India VIX

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