Economy

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Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentScience and Technology in Everyday LifeConservation, Pollution and Degradation
24 Jul, 2026

The many benefits of replacing paper currency notes with durable plastic ones, Pg13

RBI subsidiary floats tender for plastic currency trial, eyeing enhanced durability, reduced costs, and environmental benefits, despite import dependency concerns.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
24 Jul, 2026

The green we celebrate, the forests we fell, Pg11

Uttarakhand youth stage 'Black Harela' protest against felling 4,000 trees for highway expansion, sparking fierce environmental debate.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
24 Jul, 2026

Houthi attacks on 2 Saudi Arabia-flagged tankers drive Brent crude price past $100, Pg1

Houthi attacks on Saudi tankers in Red Sea spike Brent crude prices past $100, disrupting global oil supply chains and impacting India's energy security.

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
24 Jul, 2026

​Core upgrade, Pg8

India's Index of Core Industries updated with new base year, adding iron ore, reflecting economic shifts and 5% growth in June 2026.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment Models
24 Jul, 2026

Estimated cost of Phase-II strategic oil reserves to be built, Pg10

India plans ₹14,527 crore Phase-II strategic oil reserves via PPP, with government viability gap funding capped at 60%.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
24 Jul, 2026

Number of road accident deaths in India in 2025, Pg10

India records staggering 1.83 lakh road accident deaths in 2025, with 5.13 lakh incidents reported to Parliament, averaging 21 fatalities hourly.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
24 Jul, 2026

An education system’s collapse, young India’s trauma, Pg8

Student protests against rampant exam paper leaks and education system collapse escalate, facing brutal police crackdown and government's authoritarian response, sparking national outrage.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBiotechnology
24 Jul, 2026

PARLIAMENT QUESTION: IMPLEMENTATION OF BIOE3 POLICY

Union Cabinet's BioE3 Policy propels biomanufacturing, establishing Bio-AI Hubs and fostering Centre-State collaboration for economic and environmental resilience.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentIT and ComputersBiotechnology
24 Jul, 2026

PARLIAMENT QUESTION: RDI FUND UNDER ANRF

Union Cabinet approved ₹1 lakh crore RDI Fund, launched by PM, to boost strategic technology sectors and Atmanirbharta through blended financing.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsE Technology in Aid of FarmersScience and Technology in Everyday LifeDisaster and Disaster Management
24 Jul, 2026

PARLIAMENT QUESTION: IMPLEMENTATION OF MISSION MAUSAM

PM launches Mission Mausam 2025, deploying cutting-edge tech, AI/ML, and advanced radars for a 'Weather-ready, Climate-smart' India.

ArchitectureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentConservation, Pollution and Degradation
24 Jul, 2026

DEVELOPMENT OF SPIRITUAL CORRIDORS

Ministry of Tourism spearheads spiritual corridor development in Kashi, Ayodhya, Mathura, leveraging PRASHAD and Swadesh Darshan schemes for enhanced pilgrimage and socio-economic growth.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
24 Jul, 2026

PARLIAMENT QUESTION: ENHANCING NUCLEAR ENERGY GENERATION

Parliament enacts SHANTI Act 2025, targeting 100 GW nuclear power by 2047, boosting indigenous SMRs and FBRs with public-private participation.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Achievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
24 Jul, 2026

PARLIAMENT QUESTION: NUCLEAR FUEL PROGRAMME

India's DAE advances indigenous thorium-based nuclear program, developing Molten Salt Reactors for long-term energy security and self-reliance.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
23 Jul, 2026

Indian pharma sees little immediate threat in Trump's 200% tariff plan, Pg9

Trump's 200% tariff threat on Indian generics looms; industry experts foresee minimal immediate impact, highlighting US reliance and prohibitive domestic production costs.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding
23 Jul, 2026

Saudis reach deal with US that could let them enrich uranium, Pg14

Trump administration greenlights controversial US-Saudi nuclear deal, allowing uranium enrichment for civilian reactors, raising proliferation fears amid escalating regional tensions.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
23 Jul, 2026

'Foreign inflow revival reflects confidence in Indian economy', Pg13

RBI study reveals foreign investment surge, reflecting strong confidence in India's resilient economy despite global geopolitical and crude oil challenges.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIT and ComputersConservation, Pollution and Degradation
23 Jul, 2026

AI future needs responsible data-centre regulation, Pg11

As global cities halt AI data center construction over environmental strain, India's aggressive expansion risks water depletion and social costs without robust regulation.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
23 Jul, 2026

U.S. to announce nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia, Pg16

Trump administration pushes controversial US-Saudi civilian nuclear deal, raising concerns over uranium enrichment and weapons proliferation.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Disaster and Disaster Management
23 Jul, 2026

NHPC’s own paper detailed gas fires in Teesta-VI tunnels before fatal blast, Pg14

NHPC's own paper detailed repeated flammable gas fires in Teesta-VI tunnels before fatal methane blast killed 15 workers.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Environmental Impact AssessmentDisaster and Disaster Management
23 Jul, 2026

Buried questions, Pg8

Methane burst at NHPC's Teesta-VI hydroelectric tunnel in Sikkim traps 25 workers, killing 15, sparking urgent calls for safety review and environmental compliance.

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