What does the Budget offer Railways?
Budget and Financial Overview: Key Announcements and Measures Concerns and Criticisms
Growth Push: RBI Cuts Rate by 0.25%
Context : Repo Rate Cut Decision: Relevance : GS 3 (Indian Economy ) In conclusion, this rate cut marks a significant shift in RBI’s approach to monetary policy, reflecting a balancing act between controlling inflation and supporting growth in a challenging global and domestic environment.
The rise and rise of UPI digital payments
Context: Rapid Growth in Digital Payments: Relevance : GS 3(Economy , Banking) UPI Dominance in Digital Payments: Impressive Growth in UPI Transactions: Surge in UPI Transaction Values: Person-to-Person (P2P) vs. Person-to-Merchant (P2M) Transactions: Comparative Share of Digital Payment Methods in 2024: Key Data Points and Insights: Conclusion:
How much in subsidies do fossil fuels receive?
Understanding Fossil Fuel Subsidies Relevance : GS 3(Economy , Environment) Explicit Subsidies (Direct Government Payments) Country-Wise Variations in Subsidies (2021 Data) Implicit Subsidies (Unaccounted Societal Costs of Fossil Fuels) Policy Approaches to Reducing Fossil Fuel Subsidies Key Takeaways
Key Findings from Past Census (20th Census Trends)
Context & Importance Relevance : GS 3 ( Economy, Agriculture, and Rural Development ) Key Findings from Past Census (20th Census Trends) Enumeration Process Challenges Faced by Farmers Women in Livestock Farming Emerging Trends & Policy Implications Way Forward
Union Budget: understanding its formulation and implications
Relevance : GS 3(Economy ) Components of the Budget: Implications of the Budget on the Economy: Fiscal Rules and Policy Impact:
RBI Moves to Ease Liquidity Crunch
Overview Relevance : GS 3(Banking , Economy) Key Measures Announced Government Bond Purchases: 56-Day Variable Rate Repo Auction: USD/INR Swap Auction: Context of the Measures Expected Outcomes
Will the FY26 Budget Reverse the Decline in Social Sector Spending
Declining Share in Union Budget Relevance : GS 3(Economy ) Scheme-Level Allocation Cuts Exceptions to the Trend The Need for Action in FY26 Budget Key Observations and Recommendations
The Impacts of Rupee Weakening
Nature of the Devaluation: Relevance : GS 3(Economy ) Exchange Rate Policies: Implications of Depreciation: Structural Challenges: Policy Dilemmas: Reflection: The Indian economy faces a dual challenge: managing inflationary pressures due to rupee depreciation while ensuring that real exchange rate movements do not hinder export recovery. A well-communicated and adaptive exchange rate policy will be crucial to navigating […]
Inflation Eases to 4-Month Low of 5.22
Context : Inflation Trends Relevance : GS 3(Economy ) Sector-Specific Inflation: RBI’s Response and Outlook: Factors Influencing Inflation: Future Outlook: Expert Opinions: