Source: The post “Paradigm shift in oil exploration” has been created based on “Paradigm shift in oil exploration” published in “Business Line” on 19 August 2026. Paradigm shift in oil exploration. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3- Economy Context: India’s dependence on imported oil and gas, along with the stagnation of deepwater exploration, has pushed the government towards… Continue reading Paradigm shift in oil exploration
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On minerals and mines, strike a new federal balance
Source: The post “On minerals and mines, strike a new federal balance” has been created based on “On minerals and mines, strike a new federal balance” published in “Indian Express” on 19 August 2026. On minerals and mines, strike a new federal balance. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3- Economy Context: The mining sector is vital for India’s… Continue reading On minerals and mines, strike a new federal balance
The road to E20 is not without bumps
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Infrastructure Introduction India’s shift to E20 petrol, containing up to 20% ethanol, aims to reduce crude oil imports, save foreign exchange and cut carbon emissions. However, its rollout across the country has raised concerns over legacy vehicle compatibility, mileage, fuel-system damage, contamination risks and reduced consumer choice.… Continue reading The road to E20 is not without bumps
FCNR(B) deposit scheme: Significance, challenges and Way Forward
Source: The post “FCNR(B) deposit scheme: Significance, challenges and Way Forward” has been created based on “FCNR(B) deposit scheme: Significance, challenges and Way Forward” published in “Business Line” on 12 August 2026. FCNR(B) deposit scheme: Significance, challenges and Way Forward. UPSC Syllabus: GS 3- Economy Context: The Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank) [FCNR(B)] Deposit Scheme 2026… Continue reading FCNR(B) deposit scheme: Significance, challenges and Way Forward
UPI and the Cost of Policy Reversal
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Infrastructure Introduction Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transformed India’s shift from cash to digital payments, with zero Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) helping drive widespread merchant acceptance and financial inclusion. The Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 now creates legal space for charges on specified electronic payment modes,… Continue reading UPI and the Cost of Policy Reversal
India’s MSME opportunity lies in clusters
Source: The post “India’s MSME opportunity lies in clusters” has been created based on “India’s MSME opportunity lies in clusters” published in “Indian Express” on 11 July 2026. India’s MSME opportunity lies in clusters. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3- Economy Context: India has around 63 million MSMEs, employing more than 320 million people and contributing about 31%… Continue reading India’s MSME opportunity lies in clusters
Handloom Sector – A key part of India’s economy
Source: The post “Handloom Sector – A key part of India’s economy” has been created based on “Handloom Sector – A key part of India’s economy” published in “The Hindu” on 11 July 2026. Handloom Sector – A key part of India’s economy. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3- Economy Context: The Indian handloom sector has deep economic,… Continue reading Handloom Sector – A key part of India’s economy
Delimitation Debate in India
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Infrastructure Introduction Delimitation has become a major constitutional and federal debate ahead of the 2027 Census. The proposed exercise could change Lok Sabha seat distribution, constituency boundaries and women’s reservation. While population-based representation supports equal value of votes, it may reduce the relative political weight of States… Continue reading Delimitation Debate in India
Small levy on UPI transactions, not a bad idea
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy and Infrastructure Introduction Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has become a core part of India’s digital payments system, but rapid growth has raised costs for banks, processors and Payments Corporation of India (NPCI). The proposed legal change allowing Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) raises a basic question: how can UPI… Continue reading Small levy on UPI transactions, not a bad idea
Natural farming impetus
Source: The post “Natural farming impetus” has been created based on “Natural farming impetus” published in “Business Line” on 7 July 2026. Natural farming impetus. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 3– Economy Context: Natural farming has become a resilience imperative because India’s agriculture remains heavily dependent on imported fertilizers, fossil fuels, groundwater extraction, and other external… Continue reading Natural farming impetus
