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)
Tag: Indian Economy
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
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
Reimagining labour laws for MSMEs
Source: The post “Reimagining labour laws for MSMEs” has been created, based on “Reimagining labour laws for MSMEs ” published in “The Hindu Businessline” on 8 November 2025. Reimagining labour laws for MSMEs. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 3 – Indian Economy Context: Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) form the backbone of India’s economy, employing… Continue reading Reimagining labour laws for MSMEs
Universal Basic Income
UPSC Syllabus-GS Paper-3– Indian Economy and issues relating to Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment. Universal Basic Income. Introduction India faces high inequality, job risk from automation, and complex, exclusion-prone welfare. A Universal Basic Income (UBI)—an unconditional, periodic cash transfer to everyone—offers a rights-based floor. It reduces insecurity, values unpaid care, and… Continue reading Universal Basic Income
New Mutual FUnds Regulations on Total Expense Ratio (TER) and Brokerage Costs
Source: The post “New Mutual FUnds Regulations on Total Expense Ratio (TER) and Brokerage Costs” has been created, based on “New Mutual FUnds Regulations on Total Expense Ratio (TER) and Brokerage Costs” published in “The Hindu Businessline” on 6 November 2025. New Mutual FUnds Regulations on Total Expense Ratio (TER) and Brokerage Costs. UPSC Syllabus:… Continue reading New Mutual FUnds Regulations on Total Expense Ratio (TER) and Brokerage Costs
India’s IT dream is at a crossroads
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 – Indian economy. Introduction India’s IT sector still drives growth and aspiration, but the model is changing fast. Layoffs, AI-led automation, visa costs, and tight client budgets are reshaping work. The sector must shift from scale to skill, and from services to solutions. Clear policy support, large-scale upskilling, and… Continue reading India’s IT dream is at a crossroads
AI and Jobs vs Work: The Economic Dimension
Source: The post “AI and Jobs vs Work: The Economic Dimension” has been created, based on “AI and Jobs vs Work: The Economic Dimension” published in “The Hindu Businessline” on 4 November 2025. AI and Jobs vs Work: The Economic Dimension. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper -2- Economy Introduction: The rapid expansion of Artificial Intelligence (AI)… Continue reading AI and Jobs vs Work: The Economic Dimension
