GS Paper 3- Indian Economy and issues relating to Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Introduction Flexible Inflation Targeting (FIT), adopted in 2016, mandates the RBI to maintain Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation at 4% ± 2%. As the framework comes up for review in 2026, key questions regarding the optimal target, inflation… Continue reading Flexible inflation targeting
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Tackling China’s Rare Earth Choke
Source: The post “Tackling China’s Rare Earth Choke” has been created, based on “Tackling China’s Rare Earth Choke” published in “Indian Express” on 13 November 2025. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper -3- Economic Development, Science & Technology, Environment, Security Context: China currently controls around 60–65% of global rare earth production and almost 90% of global refining… Continue reading Tackling China’s Rare Earth Choke
AI Labelling Regulations Framework
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper3- Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, bio-technology Introduction Near-perfect AI videos and audio now appear next to real content, so users struggle to trust what they see and hear. A deepfake of the Finance Minister promoting an investment scheme and causing a large financial loss shows… Continue reading AI Labelling Regulations Framework
Perils of Easy Credit Access
Source: The post “Perils of Easy Credit Access” has been created, based on “Perils of Easy Credit Access” published in “The Hindu Businessline” on 12 November 2025. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper -3- Economy Context: Easy credit access has become a hallmark of modern finance, with banks, NBFCs, and fintech companies offering loans at the tap… Continue reading Perils of Easy Credit Access
Govt Plans Major Overhaul for Index of Industrial Production (IIP)
Source: The post “Govt Plans Major Overhaul for Index of Industrial Production (IIP) ” has been created, based on “Govt Plans Major Overhaul for Index of Industrial Production (IIP)” published in “Indian Express” on 12 November 2025. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper -3- Economy Context: The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) is a crucial indicator that… Continue reading Govt Plans Major Overhaul for Index of Industrial Production (IIP)
R&D: A public & private challenge
Source: The post “R&D: A public & private challenge” has been created, based on “R&D: A public & private challenge” published in “Indian Express” on 11 November 2025. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 3 – Indian Economy Context: Research and Development (R&D) is the backbone of innovation, economic growth, and technological self-reliance. However, India’s Gross Expenditure… Continue reading R&D: A public & private challenge
Nutritional Transformation Needed in India
India must shift from food security to nutritional security. Child undernutrition remains high even as diets and incomes change. The path forward is a sustainable, nutrient-rich food system where functional foods and smart proteins help close protein and micronutrient gaps without worsening environmental stress. Nutritional Transformation Needed in India. Functional Foods Functional foods are enriched… Continue reading Nutritional Transformation Needed in India
The Case of Mounting Debt Pile in South India
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 -Indian economy. Introduction Rising household indebtedness in South India reflects a complex economic pattern. It signals both greater financial access and growing reliance on credit. The trend invites attention to regional disparities, socio-economic factors influencing borrowing, and the broader impact of inclusive finance. Understanding these dimensions helps assess whether… Continue reading The Case of Mounting Debt Pile in South India
Expectations from COP30 of United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Source: The post “Expectations from COP30 of United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)” has been created, based on “Expectations from COP30 of United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)” published in “The Hindu” on 10 November 2025. Expectations from COP30 of United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). UPSC Syllabus: GS… Continue reading Expectations from COP30 of United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
Bihar’s Makhana Potential
Source: The post “Bihar’s Makhana Potential” has been created, based on “Bihar’s Makhana Potential” published in “The Hindu Businessline” on 10 November 2025. Bihar’s Makhana Potential. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 3 – Indian Economy Introduction: Bihar is the largest producer of makhana (fox nut) in India, accounting for about 90 percent of national production and… Continue reading Bihar’s Makhana Potential
