Economy

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Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
12 May, 2026

Renewable energy curtailment critical issue: MNRE Secy, Pg13

Renewable energy curtailment threatens India's clean energy transition; grid modernization and diversified clean energy development are crucial for RE evacuation.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
12 May, 2026

Second day, PM makes austerity push, invokes Covid-era habits, Pg1

PM urges austerity amidst West Asia conflict, promoting 'Covid-era' habits, local products, and reduced gold/fuel consumption to safeguard forex reserves.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas
11 May, 2026

‘Maritime security is of primordial importance to Indian Ocean Region’, Pg14

India to prioritize maritime security amidst West Asia tensions during its IORA chairmanship, focusing on economic and safety concerns.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInvestment Models
11 May, 2026

CII says private sector capex grew by 67% in September 2025, Pg12

CII reports 67% surge in private sector capex, urges industry support amid West Asia crisis, contradicting government concerns.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentMoney Laundering and its Prevention
11 May, 2026

Prevalence of fake currency still a reality post-demonetisation, Pg9

NCRB data reveals ₹54.61 crore in fake currency seized in 2024, exposing demonetization's limited impact on curbing counterfeit notes.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityE GovernanceInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
11 May, 2026

Who counts India's road accident deaths, why data see discrepancies, Pg17

Data discrepancies plague India's road accident statistics despite e-DAR initiative, raising concerns over accuracy and policy effectiveness.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
11 May, 2026

EVs in India have moved on subsidies. Delhi policy shows clearer path, Pg15

Delhi's EV Policy 2.0 proposes phasing out ICE vehicles; CAFE-3 norms revision faces delays, hindering India's electrification goals.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
10 May, 2026

India's forex reserves adequate, but comfort 'thinning', Pg14

India's forex reserves at $691 billion, near peak, face adequacy questions amid rising oil prices and rupee depreciation.

Inclusive GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
10 May, 2026

India's informal sector becoming less indebted, also investing less, Pg14

Informal sector sees reduced debt and investment, GVA at Rs 20 lakh crore in 2025, says MOSPI report.

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
9 May, 2026

Why India should brace for new US tariffs before July, Pg23

US court ruling against Trump-era tariffs may trigger new trade actions impacting India-US trade deal before July.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
9 May, 2026

Mumbai to Ahmedabad @ 320 kmph, Pg19

India's bullet train project progresses with Japanese collaboration, indigenous manufacturing, and advanced engineering, targeting 2029 completion for Mumbai-Ahmedabad corridor.

Inclusive GrowthPoverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable Sections
9 May, 2026

MGNREGS scale, workdays fell in 2025-26, finds study, Pg12

MGNREGS faces sharp contraction in scale and reach in 2025-26, with fewer workdays and income loss.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthConservation, Pollution and Degradation
8 May, 2026

Little time to adapt, loss of livelihood: Auto industry opposes proposed two-wheeler ban, Pg6

Auto industry opposes Delhi's proposed ban on ICE two-wheelers citing livelihood loss, import dependence, and economic instability concerns.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Disaster and Disaster Management
8 May, 2026

Why India's widening night-time power gap concerns grid managers, Pg17

India's power grid faces night-time shortages as solar generation dips, thermal outages rise amidst record heatwaves and surging demand.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorGovernment Budgeting
7 May, 2026

Fixing structural deficits in India’s health system, Pg6

India's healthcare faces critical specialist shortages in rural areas despite increased medical seats, highlighting structural deficits and flawed budgetary focus.

Inclusive GrowthPoverty and Developmental IssuesUrbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectors
7 May, 2026

Understanding inequality in India’s growth story, Pg6

Study reveals rising consumption inequality in India, driven by urban-rural divide and non-food expenditure disparities, challenging official narratives.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
7 May, 2026

With 12 plants in phase one, India's chip-making mission sets sights on next frontier, Pg15

India's Semiconductor Mission gains momentum with 12 approved plants, including first display fab, aiming to boost domestic chip production.

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
7 May, 2026

Amid disruptions, a timely lifeline, Pg12

Government unveils ECLGS 5.0, allocating ₹2.55 lakh crore to MSMEs and airlines amid West Asia conflict disruptions.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas
7 May, 2026

Underground infra to air defence, armed forces fast-track priorities, Pg1

Armed forces bolster defence capabilities with underground infrastructure, advanced air defence systems, and counter-drone technology after Operation Sindoor.

Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesTechnology Missions in Agriculture
6 May, 2026

Govt. hikes sugarcane FRP by ₹10 per quintal, Pg14

Sugarcane FRP hiked to ₹365/quintal for 2026-27 season; ₹5,659 crore "Mission for Cotton Productivity" approved to boost cotton sector.

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