Source: The post is based on the following articles – “WTO panel rules against India in IT tariffs dispute with EU, others” published in The Hindu on 20th April 2023 – “Will WTO ruling scuttle plans for Make in India?” published in Livemint on 20th April 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the… Continue reading Will WTO ruling scuttle plans for Make in India?
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.
Geothermal Energy: India to build geothermal plant on Chinese border
Source: The post is based on the article “India to build geothermal plant on Chinese border” published in The Hindu on 18th April 2023 What is the News? India plans to build a major geothermal power plant in Arunachal Pradesh just across the border from where China is setting one up. This will be the… Continue reading Geothermal Energy: India to build geothermal plant on Chinese border
FAO: Closing gender gap in agri-food systems can boost global economy by $1 trillion
Source: The post is based on the article “FAO: Closing gender gap in agri-food systems can boost global economy by $1 trillion” published in Down To Earth on 15th April 2023 What is the News? According to the Food and Agriculture Organization(FAO) report titled “The Status Of Women In Agrifood Systems”, closing the gender gap… Continue reading FAO: Closing gender gap in agri-food systems can boost global economy by $1 trillion
A big fat problem in milk: What’s driving up prices?
Source: The post is based on the article “A big fat problem in milk: What’s driving up prices?” published in Indian Express on 17th April 2023 What is the News? Milk is one of the most essential commodities in India, and it has been a part of the Indian diet for centuries. However, recently the… Continue reading A big fat problem in milk: What’s driving up prices?
India’s forex reserves rise $6.30 bn to $584.75 bn
Source: The post is based on the article “India’s forex reserves rise $6.30 bn to $584.75 bn” published in The Hindu on 15th April 2023 What is the News? India’s foreign exchange reserves have increased by $6.3 billion to jump to $584.76 billion. This is the highest in nine months. Note: In October 2021, the… Continue reading India’s forex reserves rise $6.30 bn to $584.75 bn
Explained | What is ‘Dabba trading’ and how does it affect the economy?
Source: The post is based on the article “Explained | What is ‘Dabba trading’ and how does it affect the economy?” published in The Hindu on 14th April 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Dabba Trading?3 What is the main purpose of doing Dabba Trading?4 Why is Dabba Trading problematic? What is the… Continue reading Explained | What is ‘Dabba trading’ and how does it affect the economy?
Breaking down the demand surge for petroleum products
Source: The post is based on the article “Breaking down the demand surge for petroleum products” published in Livemint on 14th April 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the trend in petroleum products?3 Why is India seeing such a surge in petrol consumption?4 Does the Ukraine war have anything to do with this?5… Continue reading Breaking down the demand surge for petroleum products
Mircha’ rice of Bihar’s West Champaran gets GI tag
Source: The post is based on the article “Mircha rice of Bihar’s West Champaran gets GI tag” published in AIR on 14th April 2023 What is the News? Mircha rice of Bihar’s West Champaran has been awarded the GI tag. What is Mircha Rice? Mircha rice is grown in West Champaran District, Bihar. The size… Continue reading Mircha’ rice of Bihar’s West Champaran gets GI tag
Tracking the train to Kashmir: How the Vande Bharat is set to transform commute in the Valley
Source: The post is based on the article “Tracking the train to Kashmir: How the Vande Bharat is set to transform commute in the Valley” published in Indian Express on 13th April 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 About the History of Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Railway Line (USBRL) Project3 What are the challenges in implementing the railway… Continue reading Tracking the train to Kashmir: How the Vande Bharat is set to transform commute in the Valley
Tamil Nadu’s Cumbum grapes get Geographical Indication tag
Source: The post is based on the article “Tamil Nadu’s Cumbum grapes get Geographical Indication tag” published in The Hindu on 13th April 2023 What is the News? The Cumbum grapes have recently been given the Geographical Indication tag or GI tag. What are Cumbum grapes? Cumbum Panneer Thratchai also known as Cumbum grapes, is… Continue reading Tamil Nadu’s Cumbum grapes get Geographical Indication tag
