Economy Current Affairs for UPSC

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

States flag revenue loss after GST cuts, erosion of fiscal powers, Pg13

States voice concerns over revenue losses post-GST rationalization, demand greater fiscal autonomy and equitable Centre-State funding during pre-budget meet.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

11 Jan, 2026

States flag revenue loss after GST cuts, erosion of fiscal powers, Pg13

States voice concerns over revenue losses post-GST rationalization, demand greater fiscal autonomy and equitable Centre-State funding during pre-budget meet.

11 Jan, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

India looks at 'graded' opening of economy to China, easing curbs, Pg1

India considers 'graded' economic opening to China contingent on Beijing's reciprocity amid shifting global trade dynamics and easing visa restrictions.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

11 Jan, 2026

India looks at 'graded' opening of economy to China, easing curbs, Pg1

India considers 'graded' economic opening to China contingent on Beijing's reciprocity amid shifting global trade dynamics and easing visa restrictions.

11 Jan, 2026

Technology Missions in Agriculture Science and Technology in Everyday Life Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

Do plants listen to music? How do they respond?, Pg12

Research reveals plants' ability to detect vibrations, altering behavior and growth based on sound frequencies; phyto-acoustics crucial for sustainable agriculture.

Technology Missions in Agriculture Science and Technology in Everyday Life Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

11 Jan, 2026

Do plants listen to music? How do they respond?, Pg12

Research reveals plants' ability to detect vibrations, altering behavior and growth based on sound frequencies; phyto-acoustics crucial for sustainable agriculture.

11 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Govt. launches drive to reduce road accident deaths, Pg10

Government targets 50% reduction in road accident deaths by 2030, launching data-driven program in 100 high-risk districts.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

11 Jan, 2026

Govt. launches drive to reduce road accident deaths, Pg10

Government targets 50% reduction in road accident deaths by 2030, launching data-driven program in 100 high-risk districts.

11 Jan, 2026

Parliament and State Legislatures Government Budgeting

Budget Session to begin on January 28, Pg9

Budget Session 2025 to commence on January 28, featuring President's Address and Budget presentation on February 1.

Parliament and State Legislatures Government Budgeting

10 Jan, 2026

Budget Session to begin on January 28, Pg9

Budget Session 2025 to commence on January 28, featuring President's Address and Budget presentation on February 1.

10 Jan, 2026

Inclusive Growth Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

DD News to air content by digital creators, Pg1

DD News launches 'Creator's Corner' to broadcast digital content, aiming to boost creator economy and promote diverse themes.

Inclusive Growth Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

10 Jan, 2026

DD News to air content by digital creators, Pg1

DD News launches 'Creator's Corner' to broadcast digital content, aiming to boost creator economy and promote diverse themes.

10 Jan, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

De-dollarisation fear, Pg6

Trump's Russia sanctions and Venezuela focus aim to protect petrodollar dominance amid de-dollarization efforts by China and India.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

10 Jan, 2026

De-dollarisation fear, Pg6

Trump's Russia sanctions and Venezuela focus aim to protect petrodollar dominance amid de-dollarization efforts by China and India.

10 Jan, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

Trump's Russia sanctions bill may end Indian exports to US, Pg15

US sanctions bill threatens 500% tariffs on Indian exports for trading with Russia, impacting trade relations and investments.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

10 Jan, 2026

Trump's Russia sanctions bill may end Indian exports to US, Pg15

US sanctions bill threatens 500% tariffs on Indian exports for trading with Russia, impacting trade relations and investments.

10 Jan, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Government Budgeting Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Lutnick's deal timeline collides with Op Sindoor, Trump's 'ceasefire' claim, Pg1

US trade deal timeline coincides with 'Op Sindoor' and Trump's ceasefire claim, impacting India-US-Pakistan relations.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Government Budgeting Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

10 Jan, 2026

Lutnick's deal timeline collides with Op Sindoor, Trump's 'ceasefire' claim, Pg1

US trade deal timeline coincides with 'Op Sindoor' and Trump's ceasefire claim, impacting India-US-Pakistan relations.

10 Jan, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

UN body pegs India’s growth at 7.2% this fiscal, Pg1

UN projects India's economy to grow at 7.2% this fiscal year, offsetting US tariffs through consumption and public investment.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

9 Jan, 2026

UN body pegs India’s growth at 7.2% this fiscal, Pg1

UN projects India's economy to grow at 7.2% this fiscal year, offsetting US tariffs through consumption and public investment.

9 Jan, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Trump clears Bill to slap up to 500% tariff on buying Russian oil, Pg1

Trump's new bill threatens 500% tariffs on nations importing Russian oil, intensifying pressure on India to cease purchases.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

9 Jan, 2026

Trump clears Bill to slap up to 500% tariff on buying Russian oil, Pg1

Trump's new bill threatens 500% tariffs on nations importing Russian oil, intensifying pressure on India to cease purchases.

9 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Space Technology

ISRO and the next big challenge, Pg12

ISRO faces challenges in complex missions, governance, and competitiveness amid liberalization; needs comprehensive space law and industrial ecosystem development.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Space Technology

9 Jan, 2026

ISRO and the next big challenge, Pg12

ISRO faces challenges in complex missions, governance, and competitiveness amid liberalization; needs comprehensive space law and industrial ecosystem development.

9 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Is the 10-minute delivery model necessary?, Pg11

Gig workers' unions demand withdrawal of 10-minute delivery for safety; experts debate regulatory framework and social security amid evolving Labour Codes.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

9 Jan, 2026

Is the 10-minute delivery model necessary?, Pg11

Gig workers' unions demand withdrawal of 10-minute delivery for safety; experts debate regulatory framework and social security amid evolving Labour Codes.

9 Jan, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government Budgeting

GSDP share as criterion for central-State transfers, Pg10

States demand GSDP-based central fund allocation for fair tax devolution, challenging current Finance Commission formulas favouring equity over contribution.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government Budgeting

9 Jan, 2026

GSDP share as criterion for central-State transfers, Pg10

States demand GSDP-based central fund allocation for fair tax devolution, challenging current Finance Commission formulas favouring equity over contribution.

9 Jan, 2026

Modern History Significant Events, Personalities and Issues Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

250 years old, Bihar's Munger gun factories get new lease of life with defence corridor, Pg2

Bihar's 250-year-old Munger gun factories to be revived under defence corridor plan, boosting local economy and arms production.

Modern History Significant Events, Personalities and Issues Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

9 Jan, 2026

250 years old, Bihar's Munger gun factories get new lease of life with defence corridor, Pg2

Bihar's 250-year-old Munger gun factories to be revived under defence corridor plan, boosting local economy and arms production.

9 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

PRAGATI: Of 53 power projects reviewed by PM, 43 commissioned so far, Pg13

PRAGATI initiative accelerates power project commissioning: 43 projects worth ₹3.02 lakh crore completed, enhancing power availability and grid reliability.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

9 Jan, 2026

PRAGATI: Of 53 power projects reviewed by PM, 43 commissioned so far, Pg13

PRAGATI initiative accelerates power project commissioning: 43 projects worth ₹3.02 lakh crore completed, enhancing power availability and grid reliability.

9 Jan, 2026

Inclusive Growth Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Vulnerable Sections Government Budgeting

MGNREGA overhaul plugs gaps, keeps up with changing times, Pg11

MGNREGA revamped as VB-GRAM, aiming 125 workdays, productive asset creation, and Gram Panchayat empowerment for Viksit Bharat 2047.

Inclusive Growth Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Vulnerable Sections Government Budgeting

9 Jan, 2026

MGNREGA overhaul plugs gaps, keeps up with changing times, Pg11

MGNREGA revamped as VB-GRAM, aiming 125 workdays, productive asset creation, and Gram Panchayat empowerment for Viksit Bharat 2047.

9 Jan, 2026

Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Ethics and Human Interface

There are no easy villains or answers, Pg11

Gig workers' strike exposes the dark side of India's booming gig economy, demanding fair wages and social security.

Effects of Globalization on Indian Society Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Ethics and Human Interface

9 Jan, 2026

There are no easy villains or answers, Pg11

Gig workers' strike exposes the dark side of India's booming gig economy, demanding fair wages and social security.

9 Jan, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Countries spending more on 'instruments of war than on investments in peace': UN, Pg13

UN warns rising military spending jeopardizes social programs amid US military budget surge, while forecasting India's growth at 6.6% for 2026.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

9 Jan, 2026

Countries spending more on 'instruments of war than on investments in peace': UN, Pg13

UN warns rising military spending jeopardizes social programs amid US military budget surge, while forecasting India's growth at 6.6% for 2026.

9 Jan, 2026

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Stock brokers can now offer services overseen by regulators like RBI, IRDAI, Pg13

SEBI permits stock brokers to offer financial services regulated by RBI, IRDAI, expanding business models under respective regulatory frameworks.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

9 Jan, 2026

Stock brokers can now offer services overseen by regulators like RBI, IRDAI, Pg13

SEBI permits stock brokers to offer financial services regulated by RBI, IRDAI, expanding business models under respective regulatory frameworks.

9 Jan, 2026

Economy

States flag revenue loss after GST cuts, erosion of fiscal powers, Pg13

States flag revenue loss after GST cuts, erosion of fiscal powers, Pg13

India looks at 'graded' opening of economy to China, easing curbs, Pg1

India looks at 'graded' opening of economy to China, easing curbs, Pg1

Do plants listen to music? How do they respond?, Pg12

Do plants listen to music? How do they respond?, Pg12

Govt. launches drive to reduce road accident deaths, Pg10

Govt. launches drive to reduce road accident deaths, Pg10

Budget Session to begin on January 28, Pg9

Budget Session to begin on January 28, Pg9

DD News to air content by digital creators, Pg1

DD News to air content by digital creators, Pg1

​De-dollarisation fear, Pg6

​De-dollarisation fear, Pg6

Trump's Russia sanctions bill may end Indian exports to US, Pg15

Trump's Russia sanctions bill may end Indian exports to US, Pg15

Lutnick's deal timeline collides with Op Sindoor, Trump's 'ceasefire' claim, Pg1

Lutnick's deal timeline collides with Op Sindoor, Trump's 'ceasefire' claim, Pg1

UN body pegs India’s growth at 7.2% this fiscal, Pg1

UN body pegs India’s growth at 7.2% this fiscal, Pg1

Trump clears Bill to slap up to 500% tariff on buying Russian oil, Pg1

Trump clears Bill to slap up to 500% tariff on buying Russian oil, Pg1

ISRO and the next big challenge, Pg12

ISRO and the next big challenge, Pg12

Is the 10-minute delivery model necessary?, Pg11

Is the 10-minute delivery model necessary?, Pg11

GSDP share as criterion for central-State transfers, Pg10

GSDP share as criterion for central-State transfers, Pg10

250 years old, Bihar's Munger gun factories get new lease of life with defence corridor, Pg2

250 years old, Bihar's Munger gun factories get new lease of life with defence corridor, Pg2

PRAGATI: Of 53 power projects reviewed by PM, 43 commissioned so far, Pg13

PRAGATI: Of 53 power projects reviewed by PM, 43 commissioned so far, Pg13

MGNREGA overhaul plugs gaps, keeps up with changing times, Pg11

MGNREGA overhaul plugs gaps, keeps up with changing times, Pg11

There are no easy villains or answers, Pg11

There are no easy villains or answers, Pg11

Countries spending more on 'instruments of war than on investments in peace': UN, Pg13

Countries spending more on 'instruments of war than on investments in peace': UN, Pg13

Stock brokers can now offer services overseen by regulators like RBI, IRDAI, Pg13

Stock brokers can now offer services overseen by regulators like RBI, IRDAI, Pg13

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