Economy

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Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentConservation, Pollution and Degradation
15 Dec, 2025

Large loss to India's GDP, Pg6

Air pollution cost India 1.36% of GDP in 2019, with Delhi experiencing the highest per-capita economic losses.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
15 Dec, 2025

New Insurance Bill: Major reforms it seeks to bring, Pg16

Cabinet approves Insurance Amendment Bill 2025, paving way for 100% FDI, stronger IRDAI powers, and LIC operational freedom.

Parliament and State LegislaturesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
15 Dec, 2025

Banks advised to link MSME loans to external benchmark by RBI, Pg15

RBI directs banks to link MSME loans to external benchmarks, enhancing monetary policy transmission and offering switchover options for existing borrowers.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
15 Dec, 2025

Govt identifies 300 items to bridge Russia trade gap, Pg15

India identifies 300 products to boost exports to Russia, aiming for $100 billion bilateral trade by 2030.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth
15 Dec, 2025

Budget may unveil next round of public sector bank reforms, Pg15

Government plans PSB reforms: Mergers of smaller banks and stake dilution to boost growth capital and global competitiveness.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
15 Dec, 2025

Why is India pursuing FTAs? It's not just economics, Pg12

India's FTA strategy shifts: Geopolitics outweighs economics as agreements become political safety nets amid global uncertainty and evolving alliances.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
14 Dec, 2025

‘India engaged with Mexico over tariff hike’, Pg13

India-Mexico engage over tariff hike; India seeks mutually beneficial solutions, reserves right to safeguard exporter interests amid FTA negotiations.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Basics of Cyber Security
14 Dec, 2025

How aviation sector is tackling rise in GPS jamming and spoofing incidents, Pg13

GPS jamming and spoofing incidents surge near airports, raising aviation safety concerns and prompting countermeasures to safeguard navigation systems.

Parliament and State LegislaturesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
14 Dec, 2025

Cabinet nod to key amendment sets stage to open up n-power, Pg13

Cabinet approves Atomic Energy Bill 2025, paving way for private sector participation and foreign investment in India's nuclear power sector.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment Models
14 Dec, 2025

PSUs eye JVs with states to overcome land hurdles in large solar projects, Pg13

PSUs leverage joint ventures with states to unlock land for solar projects, addressing acquisition bottlenecks and boosting renewable energy capacity.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
13 Dec, 2025

​FTAs for a start, Pg8

India rethinks FTA strategy amidst trade deficits, focusing on balanced agreements with US and EU, and domestic support.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
13 Dec, 2025

The Indian Ocean as cradle of a new blue economy, Pg8

India champions sustainable blue economy in Indian Ocean, advocating cooperation, resilience, and inclusive growth, leveraging global financial commitments.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
13 Dec, 2025

A critical story that a chunk of the media missed, Pg8

IMF raises concerns over India's GDP calculation methods, assigning a 'C' grade due to unreliable unorganized sector estimation.

Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
13 Dec, 2025

IMF's 11 new conditions for cash-strapped Pakistan to avail loans, Pg20

IMF imposes 11 new structural benchmarks on Pakistan for loan access, focusing on tax reforms and governance by December.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
13 Dec, 2025

India, Oman FTA gets Cabinet nod; may be signed soon, Pg15

India-Oman FTA receives cabinet approval, poised for signing during PM Modi's upcoming visit, boosting bilateral trade and economic ties.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
13 Dec, 2025

‘Freight corridors capable of running a train every 10 minutes at full potential’, Pg15

Railways aims 10-minute train frequency on freight corridors, eyes non-bulk goods transport, and enhanced technology adoption for decongestion.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
13 Dec, 2025

SBI passes RBI rate cut benefit to borrowers, Pg15

SBI reduces lending rate by 25 bps to 7.90% effective December 16, 2025, passing on RBI rate cut benefits.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting
13 Dec, 2025

Nov retail inflation rises to 0.71%; food remains in deflation zone, Pg15

Retail inflation edges up to 0.71% in November, food prices remain deflationary for sixth consecutive month.

Inclusive GrowthPoverty and Developmental IssuesVulnerable Sections
13 Dec, 2025

100 to 125 days: MNREGA scheme to get name change, Pg1

MNREGA revamp: Guaranteed workdays may increase to 125, scheme renamed 'Pujya Bapu Rural Employment Guarantee Act'

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
13 Dec, 2025

Follow America First strategy, visiting USTR officials told US tech companies, Pg1

USTR urges US tech firms to prioritize domestic investments, echoing 'America First' amid ongoing trade negotiations with India.

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