Economy

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Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsE Technology in Aid of FarmersInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
23 Mar, 2026

How agriPV can turn India’s farms into dual-purpose powerhouses, PgII

AgriPV poised to revolutionize Indian farming by integrating solar energy production with agriculture, boosting farmer incomes and promoting clean energy.

Vulnerable SectionsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
23 Mar, 2026

What insurance numbers do not reveal, Pg8

Article highlights the limitations of using insurance penetration and density to assess household financial protection in India.

Parliament and State LegislaturesFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesBuffer Stocks and Food Security
23 Mar, 2026

Rice, wheat procurement is ‘consistently’ low: panel, Pg12

Parliamentary panel flags consistently low rice, wheat procurement versus estimates, urges improved planning and state coordination for effective MSP operations.

Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
23 Mar, 2026

Auction of 19 blocks of critical minerals set to begin today, Pg10

India launches auction for 19 critical mineral blocks to boost self-reliance in clean energy and strategic sectors amidst supply disruptions.

Post Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology
23 Mar, 2026

As West Asia war threatens gas supply, remembering a gas grid India never built, Pg9

India's missed opportunity: Remembering Syed Husain Zaheer's coal gasification plan from 1955 and its relevance amidst current energy crisis.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
23 Mar, 2026

India’s dual dependence on West Asia for urea production, Pg7

West Asia conflict threatens India's urea production due to LNG supply disruptions via Strait of Hormuz, impacting agriculture and fertilizer sector.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
23 Mar, 2026

Why India is opposing China-led WTO deal, despite isolation risk, Pg15

India risks isolation by opposing China-led Investment Facilitation for Development Agreement at WTO's upcoming 14th Ministerial Conference in Cameroon.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
23 Mar, 2026

How India has used forex reserves to tide over global uncertainties since 1991, Pg15

India's forex reserves buffer against global shocks since 1991, facing challenges amid geopolitical tensions and capital outflows.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth
23 Mar, 2026

India & China, economic partners, political opponents, Pg13

India reconsiders FDI restrictions on China amidst shifting global trade dynamics and geopolitical tensions, aiming for economic gains and reduced import dependence.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
23 Mar, 2026

Coming up, war's downstream effects, Pg12

US-Iran conflict threatens India's economy, disrupting gas supplies, petrochemical production, and semiconductor imports, potentially causing stagflation.

Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
23 Mar, 2026

Trump gives 48-hour deadline on Hormuz, Iran warns of full closure, Pg5

Trump's 48-hour ultimatum to Iran over Hormuz Strait closure sparks regional tensions, threatening energy infrastructure and global oil markets.

Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
22 Mar, 2026

Trump mulls ending war; U.S. eases curbs on Iran oil, Pg1

Trump considers 'winding down' Iran war amidst eased oil sanctions, while Iran claims attacks on US bases, escalating regional tensions.

World WarsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
22 Mar, 2026

Sri Lanka eyes Trincomalee project to ease energy woes, Pg14

Sri Lanka, India, and UAE collaborate to redevelop Trincomalee oil tank farms amidst global energy crisis, aiming for long-term energy security.

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

Union govt. removes cap on airfares after 3 months, Pg7

Government removes airfare caps imposed in December, effective March 23, 2026, amidst rising ATF prices and operational challenges for airlines.

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

Refiners in India may restart buying oil from Iran, Pg7

Indian refiners poised to resume Iranian oil imports following US sanctions waiver amid global energy crunch due to US-Israeli war.

India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
22 Mar, 2026

PM speaks with Iran President, pushes for secure shipping lanes, Pg1

PM Modi urges secure shipping lanes in Hormuz during call with Iranian President amid regional tensions and supply chain concerns.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
22 Mar, 2026

Centre increases commercial LPG allocation to 50%, Pg1

Petroleum Ministry increases commercial LPG allocation to states by 20%, raising total allocation to 50% for commercial establishments.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
22 Mar, 2026

Focus on pollution, congestion: Govt clears dues of Rs 3,700 cr for two peripheral expressways, Pg5

Delhi government clears ₹3,700 crore dues for peripheral expressways, aiming to reduce pollution and congestion by diverting traffic.

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
22 Mar, 2026

US is building a new tariff architecture: Why India plans to wait and watch, Pg11

US explores new tariff architecture via Section 301 investigations amid trade deal uncertainty post-IEEPA ruling, impacting India-US trade dynamics.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
22 Mar, 2026

Iran fires two long-range missiles at Diego Garcia, says its Natanz n-site hit, Pg1

Iran-Israel conflict escalates as Iran targets Diego Garcia with missiles; US considers winding down military operations amid rising global energy concerns.

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