Source: The post “Critical minerals, the foundation of strategic power” has been created based on “Critical minerals, the foundation of strategic power” published in “The Hindu” on 4 July 2026. Critical minerals, the foundation of strategic power. UPSC Syllabus: GS 3 – Economy Context: Critical minerals such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, graphite, copper, and rare… Continue reading Critical minerals, the foundation of strategic power
Tag: Indian Economy
US Generic Drug Tariff Threat: Implications for Indian Pharma
Source: The post “US Generic Drug Tariff Threat: Implications for Indian Pharma” has been created based on “US Generic Drug Tariff Threat: Implications for Indian Pharma” published in “Indian Express” on 28 July 2026. US Generic Drug Tariff Threat: Implications for Indian Pharma. UPSC Syllabus: GS 3 – Economy Context: U.S.A President Donald Trump has… Continue reading US Generic Drug Tariff Threat: Implications for Indian Pharma
Missing the Second Demographic Bonus
Source: The post “Missing: Second demographic bonus” has been created based on “Missing: Second demographic bonus” published in “New Indian Express” on 27 July 2026. Missing the Second Demographic Bonus. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3 – Economy Context: India is experiencing a demographic dividend as the share of its working-age population continues to rise. However, household savings… Continue reading Missing the Second Demographic Bonus
India’s Mobile Phone Manufacturing Story
Source: The post “India’s Mobile Phone Manufacturing Story” has been created based on “Factory reset” published in “Business Line” on 27 July 2026. India’s Mobile Phone Manufacturing Story. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3 – Economy Context: India’s mobile phone manufacturing sector has witnessed remarkable growth under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme. However, domestic value addition has… Continue reading India’s Mobile Phone Manufacturing Story
India’s Prudent Tax Administration
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Infrastructure Introduction India’s tax administration has evolved from ancient principles of public revenue to a modern, technology-driven and information-based system. Continuous tax reforms have simplified laws, improved transparency and strengthened compliance. The Income-tax Act, 2025, which came into force from FY 2026–27, marks a significant milestone by… Continue reading India’s Prudent Tax Administration
Pitfalls of FCNR (B) scheme
Source: The post “Pitfalls of FCNR (B) scheme” has been created based on “Pitfalls of FCNR (B) scheme” published in “Business Line” on 24 July 2026. Pitfalls of FCNR (B) scheme. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3- Economy Context: The Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank) [FCNR(B)] Deposit Scheme aims to attract NRI dollar deposits, strengthen India’s foreign exchange reserves,… Continue reading Pitfalls of FCNR (B) scheme
Why Inflation is Rising in India
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction Inflation in India remained relatively low for more than a decade, except during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, it has increased sharply in recent months, with Wholesale Price Index (WPI) inflation reaching nearly 10% in June after remaining low until December. The current inflation is mainly driven by… Continue reading Why Inflation is Rising in India
India’s F&O Boom Needs Adequate Protections
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction India’s Futures and Options (F&O) market has grown rapidly, making India one of the world’s largest derivatives markets. While derivatives are meant to help investors manage financial risks, rising retail participation has increasingly shifted the market towards speculation. Heavy and repeated losses, mounting debt, and growing financial… Continue reading India’s F&O Boom Needs Adequate Protections
The Stark Reality of the Missing Jobs for India’s Gen Z
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Infrastructure Introduction India has one of the world’s largest youth populations, making its demographic dividend a major opportunity. However, this advantage depends on whether young people can successfully move from education into productive, secure and meaningful employment. High unemployment, poor job quality, weak labour market transition and… Continue reading The Stark Reality of the Missing Jobs for India’s Gen Z
India now has the funds, the talent and the opening for a research leap
Source: The post “India now has the funds, the talent and the opening for a research leap” has been created based on “India now has the funds, the talent and the opening for a research leap” published in “Indian Express” on 18 July 2026. India now has the funds, the talent and the opening for… Continue reading India now has the funds, the talent and the opening for a research leap
