Government talks big on gender budget delivers little
Context :India’s AI Safety Institute (AISI): Relevance : GS 2(Social Issues) , GS 3(Economy) Global Precedents: India-Specific Challenges: Indigenous AI Development Initiatives: Global Collaboration & Standardization: India’s Role in the Global South: Policy Recommendations for AISI:
Jobs rising but salaries not keeping pace with inflation
Employment Growth: Relevance : GS 3(Economy) Implications
Centring care in India’s economic policy
Relevance : GS 2(Social Issues) , GS 3(Indian Economy) Unpaid Care and Domestic Work (UCDW) – A Gendered Burden Structural Challenges in the Global South Proposed Solutions & Policy Imperatives Recognise Care Work Reduce UCDW Burden Redistribute Care Work Strengthen Women’s Representation
Centre seeks to reduce the share of States in federal tax revenues
Context : Proposal for Reduction: The Union Government plans to reduce the share of federal tax revenues allocated to States from 41% to at least 40%. Relevance : GS 2(polity), GS 3(Economy) Implications:
Over 70% farmers still use cash to sell their produce
Key Findings from RBI Survey: Relevance : GS 2(Social Issues) , GS 3(Economy ) Impact of Climate Change on Agriculture: Farmers’ Share in Final Retail Prices (2024): Key Takeaways:
Indian tech industry revenue projected to grow 5.1%
Revenue Projections: Relevance : GS 3(Economy) Job Market & Hiring Trends: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Focus: Upskilling & Strategic Vision: Government Initiatives & Competitiveness: Key Takeaways:
Under stress again microfinance is in need of reforms
Microfinance Growth and Evolution: Relevance : GS 3(Economic Development ) Challenges Faced by Microfinance: Post-COVID Recovery and Regulatory Changes: Current Stress and Household Liabilities: Need for Data Reforms: Conclusion:
A 11-year high of 55% urban residents report stagnant income in 2025
Context : Stagnant Income Levels Relevance :GS 3(Indian Economy) Implications
India to remain fastest growing nation
India’s economic rebound: Relevance :GS 3( Indian Economy) Economic growth performance: Focus on rural demand: Global economic uncertainties: Capital expenditure: Government’s fiscal strategy:
What does the Budget offer Railways?
Budget and Financial Overview: Key Announcements and Measures Concerns and Criticisms