Current Affair Category: Indian Economy

India’s Reduction in US Treasuries: The central theme is a significant reduction in India’s exposure to US debt, signaling a “cautious shift” in reserve strategy. Total Reduction: India’s holdings dropped by $42.8 billion (18.96%) in 2025. Holding Value: Holdings fell from $225.7 billion in January 2025 to $182.9 billion by December 31, 2025. Global Standing: […]

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has launched a first-of-its-kind initiative to develop Pollinator Corridors (Bee Corridors) along national highways as part of its sustainable infrastructure programme. This initiative reflects a shift from conventional roadside beautification plantations to ecologically useful green cover. What is a Bee Corridor? A Bee Corridor is a continuous stretch of vegetation along highways consisting of nectar- and pollen-rich […]

The Union cabinet has approved schemes and infrastructure projects with a cumulative outlay of 1.6 trillion, including the Urban Challenge Fund for urban development and the 10,000 crore Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0. The Urban Challenge Fund (UCF), approved by the Union Cabinet on February 13, 2026, represents a fundamental shift in India’s urban development strategy. […]

Economic Viability Test is a formal assessment used to determine if a proposed new state can survive and thrive financially on its own, without being a permanent burden on the Central Government. Key Components of the Test: To pass this “test,” a proposed state must demonstrate strength in several financial areas: Revenue Generation (Internal Resources): […]

Why in News ? Recently  the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) launched a revamped Consumer Price Index (CPI) series. This marks a significant shift in how India measures inflation, replacing the outdated 2012 framework with a modern system that reflects how Indians live and spend today. The Big Picture: Why a New Series? […]

Why in News ?  In the newly released Network Readiness Index 2025 (NRI 2025), India has improved its position by four places to rank 45th. About Network Readiness Index: It maps how economies leverage information and communication technologies to support growth, innovation and social development. It assesses the network readiness of 127 economies based on […]

the Uttar Pradesh Budget 2026-27, presented on February 11, 2026, is the largest in the state’s history with a total outlay of ₹9,12,696 crore (a 12.2% increase from the previous year). It is a “poll-ready” budget aimed at achieving a $1 trillion economy before the 2027 elections.  Financial Pillars: Total Budget: ₹9.12 Lakh Crore. GSDP […]

Uttar Pradesh is in the news for presenting its first-ever Economic Survey (2025-26) in the State Assembly. This historic document, presented by Finance Minister Suresh Khanna, outlines the state’s progress and its roadmap toward becoming a $1 trillion economy. Economic Growth & Projections: Economy Size: The state’s economy more than doubled in eight years, growing […]

Why in the news? The textile industry is one of India’s oldest and most significant employers. The Budget 2026 is making headlines because it signals a transition from fragmented policy-making toward a value-chain approach. It aims to move India beyond being just a “cost-competitive supplier” to becoming a “value-setting player” in the global fashion economy. […]

Why in news ? This news regarding Digital Fraud Compensation is trending because of a landmark proposal by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to protect small-value transaction victims. Key Highlights of the RBI Proposal: Compensation Limit: The RBI has proposed a compensation of up to Rs 25,000 per case for losses arising from small-value […]