Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentReserve Bank net sold $31.98 bn to defend rupee in Jan-Oct 2025, Pg13RBI net sold $31.98 billion to stabilize rupee amid global pressures during Jan-Oct 2025, reversing $23.03 billion purchase in 2024.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment30 Dec, 2025Reserve Bank net sold $31.98 bn to defend rupee in Jan-Oct 2025, Pg13RBI net sold $31.98 billion to stabilize rupee amid global pressures during Jan-Oct 2025, reversing $23.03 billion purchase in 2024.30 Dec, 2025
Inclusive GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInclusive GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGross NPAs of banks fall to multi-decade low of 2.1%: RBI report, Pg13RBI reports banks' gross NPAs plummet to 2.1% in September 2025, a multi-decade low driven by better recoveries.Inclusive GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInclusive GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment30 Dec, 2025Gross NPAs of banks fall to multi-decade low of 2.1%: RBI report, Pg13RBI reports banks' gross NPAs plummet to 2.1% in September 2025, a multi-decade low driven by better recoveries.30 Dec, 2025
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndustrial growth rises to 6.7% in November, highest in two years, Pg13India's industrial output surges 6.7% in November, a 25-month high, fueled by manufacturing and restocking after festive sales.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth30 Dec, 2025Industrial growth rises to 6.7% in November, highest in two years, Pg13India's industrial output surges 6.7% in November, a 25-month high, fueled by manufacturing and restocking after festive sales.30 Dec, 2025
Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment ModelsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment ModelsTo tap India’s clean energy potential, a to-do list, Pg11India's clean energy sector faces challenges despite growth: import dependence, DISCOM dues, and infrastructure gaps hinder progress.Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment ModelsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment Models30 Dec, 2025To tap India’s clean energy potential, a to-do list, Pg11India's clean energy sector faces challenges despite growth: import dependence, DISCOM dues, and infrastructure gaps hinder progress.30 Dec, 2025
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyScience and Technology in Everyday LifeIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyScience and Technology in Everyday LifeUS GDP puzzle and some clues for India, Pg11US economic reports reveal GDP growth amidst rising unemployment, posing policy dilemmas and offering jobless growth lessons for India.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyScience and Technology in Everyday LifeIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyScience and Technology in Everyday Life30 Dec, 2025US GDP puzzle and some clues for India, Pg11US economic reports reveal GDP growth amidst rising unemployment, posing policy dilemmas and offering jobless growth lessons for India.30 Dec, 2025
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.With steep dip in crude price, India oil imports up 2.4%, but bill down 12%, Pg1India's oil import bill declines 12% to $80.9 billion amid lower crude prices, despite 2.4% volume increase in April-November.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.30 Dec, 2025With steep dip in crude price, India oil imports up 2.4%, but bill down 12%, Pg1India's oil import bill declines 12% to $80.9 billion amid lower crude prices, despite 2.4% volume increase in April-November.30 Dec, 2025
Art FormsHealth SectorIndian DiasporaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Art FormsHealth SectorIndian DiasporaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.World is looking at India with great hope, says PM, Pg10PM Modi highlights India's 2025 achievements, from security to sports, and urges youth participation in nation-building through innovation.Art FormsHealth SectorIndian DiasporaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Art FormsHealth SectorIndian DiasporaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.29 Dec, 2025World is looking at India with great hope, says PM, Pg10PM Modi highlights India's 2025 achievements, from security to sports, and urges youth participation in nation-building through innovation.29 Dec, 2025
Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Tamil Nadu needs to think beyond the metro, Pg7Article questions metro rail's suitability for cities like Madurai, Coimbatore, advocating for cost-effective, inclusive transport solutions like electric buses.Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.29 Dec, 2025Tamil Nadu needs to think beyond the metro, Pg7Article questions metro rail's suitability for cities like Madurai, Coimbatore, advocating for cost-effective, inclusive transport solutions like electric buses.29 Dec, 2025
LiteratureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.LiteratureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Linked civilisations, a modern strategic partnership, Pg6India and Iran deepen strategic ties focusing on energy, connectivity via Chabahar port, and counter-terrorism, celebrating 75 years of diplomacy.LiteratureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.LiteratureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.29 Dec, 2025Linked civilisations, a modern strategic partnership, Pg6India and Iran deepen strategic ties focusing on energy, connectivity via Chabahar port, and counter-terrorism, celebrating 75 years of diplomacy.29 Dec, 2025
Education SectorIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentIntellectual Property Rights, IPREducation SectorIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentIntellectual Property Rights, IPRA grand vision and the great Indian research deficit, Pg6India's R&D spending lags at 0.7% of GDP; Huawei alone outspends entire nation, hindering 'Viksit Bharat' goal.Education SectorIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentIntellectual Property Rights, IPREducation SectorIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentIntellectual Property Rights, IPR29 Dec, 2025A grand vision and the great Indian research deficit, Pg6India's R&D spending lags at 0.7% of GDP; Huawei alone outspends entire nation, hindering 'Viksit Bharat' goal.29 Dec, 2025
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyOutbound mergers and acquisitions roar back in 2025, Pg11Indian firms aggressively pursue overseas acquisitions in 2025, with deal values soaring to $24.8 billion amid global shifts.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy29 Dec, 2025Outbound mergers and acquisitions roar back in 2025, Pg11Indian firms aggressively pursue overseas acquisitions in 2025, with deal values soaring to $24.8 billion amid global shifts.29 Dec, 2025
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Govt notifies guidelines of 2 shipbuilding initiatives, Pg11Government unveils ₹44,700 crore shipbuilding boost via SBFAS and SBDS schemes, offering financial aid and capacity enhancement.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.29 Dec, 2025Govt notifies guidelines of 2 shipbuilding initiatives, Pg11Government unveils ₹44,700 crore shipbuilding boost via SBFAS and SBDS schemes, offering financial aid and capacity enhancement.29 Dec, 2025
Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Achievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Achievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development'SMR viability a question until orders scale, local value addition nears 100%', Pg11Nuclear expert advocates for PHWR expansion and thorium irradiation to boost India's nuclear energy independence, bypassing fast breeder reactors.Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Achievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Achievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development29 Dec, 2025'SMR viability a question until orders scale, local value addition nears 100%', Pg11Nuclear expert advocates for PHWR expansion and thorium irradiation to boost India's nuclear energy independence, bypassing fast breeder reactors.29 Dec, 2025
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthAt year's end, robust growth, signs that economy weathered the storms, Pg8Indian economy showcases resilience with 7.4% growth despite US tariffs, AI boom, and volatile capital inflows in fiscal year 2025.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth29 Dec, 2025At year's end, robust growth, signs that economy weathered the storms, Pg8Indian economy showcases resilience with 7.4% growth despite US tariffs, AI boom, and volatile capital inflows in fiscal year 2025.29 Dec, 2025
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasPolls begin in Myanmar, but democracy is elusive, Pg8Myanmar's sham elections challenge India's balancing act between supporting democracy and maintaining regional stability amidst Chinese influence.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas29 Dec, 2025Polls begin in Myanmar, but democracy is elusive, Pg8Myanmar's sham elections challenge India's balancing act between supporting democracy and maintaining regional stability amidst Chinese influence.29 Dec, 2025
Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.How India’s crude oil import basket has undergone change over years, Pg10India’s crude oil sourcing has shifted from a heavy reliance on West Asia to a more diversified basket, with Russia currently emerging as the top supplier. Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.28 Dec, 2025How India’s crude oil import basket has undergone change over years, Pg10India’s crude oil sourcing has shifted from a heavy reliance on West Asia to a more diversified basket, with Russia currently emerging as the top supplier. 28 Dec, 2025
Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentConservation, Pollution and DegradationInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentConservation, Pollution and DegradationEnergy storage, green hydrogen to reshape RE sector, Pg 10In the next five years, energy storage systems and green hydrogen are poised to fundamentally reshape India’s renewable energy (RE) ecosystem. Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentConservation, Pollution and DegradationInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentConservation, Pollution and Degradation28 Dec, 2025Energy storage, green hydrogen to reshape RE sector, Pg 10In the next five years, energy storage systems and green hydrogen are poised to fundamentally reshape India’s renewable energy (RE) ecosystem. 28 Dec, 2025
Health SectorEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment BudgetingHealth SectorEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment BudgetingIs the ‘health for all’ campaign on track?, Pg12India's 'Health for All' campaign faces funding deficits, quality concerns, and disease burdens despite increased budgetary allocations and policy initiatives.Health SectorEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment BudgetingHealth SectorEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment Budgeting28 Dec, 2025Is the ‘health for all’ campaign on track?, Pg12India's 'Health for All' campaign faces funding deficits, quality concerns, and disease burdens despite increased budgetary allocations and policy initiatives.28 Dec, 2025
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Environmental Impact AssessmentIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Environmental Impact AssessmentCentre’s green panel gives its nod to Stage 2 Dulhasti hydel power project in J&K, Pg9Green panel approves Dulhasti Stage 2 hydel project in J&K amidst Indus Waters Treaty suspension, costing ₹3,200 crore.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Environmental Impact AssessmentIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Environmental Impact Assessment28 Dec, 2025Centre’s green panel gives its nod to Stage 2 Dulhasti hydel power project in J&K, Pg9Green panel approves Dulhasti Stage 2 hydel project in J&K amidst Indus Waters Treaty suspension, costing ₹3,200 crore.28 Dec, 2025
Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentKavach system installation on Mumbai-Delhi-Kolkata route jumps deadline again, Pg9Railways' Kavach system installation on Delhi-Mumbai-Kolkata routes delayed again; expected to be operational by 2026 after missing 2025 deadline.Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development28 Dec, 2025Kavach system installation on Mumbai-Delhi-Kolkata route jumps deadline again, Pg9Railways' Kavach system installation on Delhi-Mumbai-Kolkata routes delayed again; expected to be operational by 2026 after missing 2025 deadline.28 Dec, 2025