Economy

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Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
22 Jan, 2026

Net FDI outflows recorded for 3rd straight month in Nov: RBI, Pg17

RBI reports third consecutive month of net FDI outflows at $446 million amidst rupee's record low of 91.75 against USD.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
21 Jan, 2026

The importance of Pax Silica for India, Pg10

Pax Silica Summit aims to secure critical mineral supply chains amid China's dominance, India's inclusion faces strategic autonomy challenges.

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
21 Jan, 2026

To compete with China, India may need China, Pg9

India reconsiders curbs on Chinese investments to boost global supply chain participation and exports amid shifting geopolitical landscape.

Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
21 Jan, 2026

The EV boom is accelerating a copper crunch, Pg8

EV boom triggers copper demand surge; supply crunch looms by 2026, threatening EV adoption and decarbonization goals.

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
21 Jan, 2026

Trump's great trade reset made China great again, Pg16

Trump's trade policies inadvertently bolster China's global influence as nations seek new partnerships amid shifting supply chains and geopolitical realignments.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
21 Jan, 2026

Who pays for Trump's tariffs? Almost exclusively Americans, Pg16

Study reveals Trump's tariffs primarily burden American consumers, not foreign exporters, acting as a consumption tax.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
21 Jan, 2026

Manufacturing Index at all-time high in Q3: FICCI, Pg13

FICCI Manufacturing Index hits record high in Q3; 91% firms report stable/increased production despite high costs.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsStorage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
21 Jan, 2026

2 billion-strong market... mother of all deals: EU chief on pact with India, Pg1

EU eyes 'first mover advantage' with India trade deal amid US tariff threats and apple import duty concerns raised by Himachal CM.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIT and Computers
20 Jan, 2026

Include digital currency link on BRICS agenda: RBI to govt., Pg1

RBI proposes linking BRICS nations' digital currencies at 2026 summit to ease cross-border payments and reduce dollar reliance.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Space Technology
20 Jan, 2026

India signs Letter of Intent to elevate defence ties with UAE, Pg10

India and UAE deepen strategic ties with defence partnership, aiming for $200 billion trade by 2032 amid Gulf tensions.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
20 Jan, 2026

Top court flags exorbitant surge in airfares during festivals, calls it ‘exploitative’, Pg12

Supreme Court criticizes airlines for 'exploitative' airfare surges during festivals, considers intervention to regulate pricing and protect passenger rights.

Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
20 Jan, 2026

IMF upgrades India’s growth projection for current financial year from 6.6% to 7.3%, Pg10

IMF raises India's FY26 GDP forecast to 7.3% citing strong economic momentum and expects inflation near RBI target.

E GovernanceIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth
20 Jan, 2026

Amount sanctioned by PSBs for MSMEs under digital credit model, Pg8

Public sector banks sanctioned ₹52,300 crore in MSME loans via digital credit to 3.96 lakh applicants (Apr-Dec 2025).

Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment Budgeting
20 Jan, 2026

What is T.N.’s new hybrid pension model?, Pg8

Tamil Nadu introduces TAPS, a hybrid pension scheme effective January 1, 2026, balancing financial strain and employee benefits.

Inclusive GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
20 Jan, 2026

RBI strengthens priority sector lending oversight, Pg15

RBI tightens priority sector lending norms, enhancing transparency and oversight on adjusted net bank credit calculations and on-lending practices.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIT and Computers
20 Jan, 2026

RBI proposes linking BRICS' digital currencies, Pg15

RBI proposes BRICS nations link CBDCs at 2026 summit, potentially challenging dollar dominance amid US warnings.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureVulnerable SectionsGovernment Budgeting
20 Jan, 2026

Tax cuts leave governments little room for welfare spending, Pg11

Tax cuts constrain government finances, limiting welfare spending despite expanded tax base and competitive populism, impacting future fiscal policies.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityBiotechnology
20 Jan, 2026

For weed-hit farms, science is surest antidote, Pg10

Root parasitic weeds threaten mustard farms; agricultural R&D crucial for herbicide-tolerant crops and food security amidst climate change.

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

DAE's nuclear pivot: Light water push to tap global markets, retain heavy water edge, Pg1

India prioritizes Light Water Reactor development to boost nuclear exports and leverage global markets amid rising demand from emerging economies.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
19 Jan, 2026

PM launches ₹6,957-crore Kaziranga corridor work, Pg1

PM Modi launches ₹6,957-crore Kaziranga elevated corridor project to protect wildlife and boost connectivity in Assam.

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