Interest in Inheritance Tax Legislation Grows Among Indian Opposition Leader
Context: A prominent political leader from India’s opposition party has recently expressed interest in proposed legislation regarding Inheritance Tax. This move comes amidst ongoing discussions about utilizing inheritance tax as a means to address income inequality and facilitate wealth redistribution in the country. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Inheritance Tax: Overview […]
India’s Food Inflation Remains High Despite Global Price Drops
Context: In 2023, while world food prices experienced a significant decrease from their 2022 highs, India’s food inflation remained stubbornly high at 9.5% in December 2023. This contrasts starkly with the global trend of deflation, which stood at -10.1%. According to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the food price index averaged 143.7 points […]
PSBs Cannot Request Look Out Circulars for Loan Defaulters
Context: In a significant ruling, the Bombay High Court has declared that public sector banks (PSBs) are not permitted to request Look Out Circulars (LOCs) against loan defaulters. The court invalidated the central government’s Office Memoranda (OM) that authorized PSBs to issue LOCs, asserting that such actions violate fundamental rights guaranteed under the Constitution. Relevance: […]
About Index of Eight Core Industries
Context: The combined Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) increased by 5.2 per cent (provisional) in March, 2024 as compared to the Index in March, 2023. The production of Cement, Coal, Electricity, Natural Gas, Steel and Crude Oil recorded positive growth in March 2024. Relevance: GS III- Indian Economy About Index of Eight Core Industries: Released by: The […]
Rupee Depreciation Against US Dollar
Context: Between April-end 2014 and the present, the Indian rupee has depreciated by 27.6% against the US dollar, from Rs 60.34 to Rs 83.38. This depreciation is slightly higher than the 26.5% witnessed from April-end 2004 to April-end 2014, during which the rupee fell from 44.37 to 60.34 against the dollar. Relevance: GS III: Indian […]
Critical Minerals
Context: The ‘Critical Minerals Summit: Enhancing Beneficiation and Processing Capabilities’ commenced at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi. Relevance: GS III- Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: What are Critical Minerals? Why is this resource critical? What is China ‘threat’? What are countries around the world doing about it?
Nasscom Releases Patenting Trends in India
Context: Nasscom recently unveiled the Patenting Trends in India report on World Intellectual Property Day. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: World Intellectual Property Day Historical Background: Patenting Trends in India Report Trends: Key Areas: Artificial Intelligence (AI): -Source: The Hindu
Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products Scheme
Context: The government is setting up a system to verify that only taxes paid on materials used (input duties) are refunded under the RoDTEP scheme. Relevance: GS-III: Indian Economy (Growth and Development of Indian Economy, Taxation) Dimensions of the Article: Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) Scheme Features of RoDTEP Scheme RoDTEP Benefits
Declining Household Savings Sparks Debate in India
Context: The recent decline in household savings, driven by a significant reduction in net financial savings, has become a central topic of debate in India. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Interpreting Lower Financial Savings Net Financial Savings of Household: Gross Financial Savings: Household Borrowing: Factors Reducing Household Net Financial Savings: Implication […]
India’s Pulses Imports Surge 84% in FY 2024
Context: India’s imports of pulses surged by 84% in fiscal 2024, reaching a six-year high. This significant increase is attributed to lower domestic production and the government’s decision to waive import duties on red lentils and yellow peas. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Current Status of Pulses in India Overview: Imports […]