Govt. Cracks Down on Dumping and Import Surges
Context To protect domestic industry from unfair trade practices, the Indian government has intensified scrutiny of import surges and dumping. Relevance : GS 3(Indian Economy- Anti Dumping , Import, Export) Key Developments Static Concepts: Anti-Dumping & Import Surge Why It Matters? Anti-Dumping: Basics Anti-Dumping in India Objectives
The changing landscape of employment
Core Insight: India’s demographic dividend risks turning into a disaster as lakhs of graduates enter the job market without being job-ready, amidst rising automation and a shrinking formal job base. Relevance : GS-3 (Indian Economy) – Issues related to employment, skill development, and job market reforms. Alarming Statistics Indicator Data Youth Share in Unemployment 83% of unemployed are […]
India’s Inequality Debate: 10 Critical Analytical Insights
Inequality and the Gini Debate Relevance : GS 3(Indian Economy ,Inequality , Gini Co-efficient) Claim vs Reality: Gini Index Interpretation Income Inequality is Rising Sharply Wealth Inequality is Even More Stark Limitations of Consumption-Based Gini Survey Quality Issues Distort Findings India’s Claim Omits Income/Wealth Data Taxation System Does Not Correct Inequality Bigger Picture Missed: Structural Inequality […]
How can cat bonds plan for a natural disaster?
What are Cat Bonds? Relevance : GS 3(Economy, Disaster Management, and Environment ) How Do Cat Bonds Work? Component Role Sponsor Sovereign/state (e.g., India) – pays premium and defines risk scope Issuer Intermediary agency (e.g., World Bank) – issues bonds to investors Investor Pension funds, hedge funds, family offices – provide upfront funds Trigger Event If […]
Scientific Breakthrough in Cell Biology
Agricultural & Economic Significance Relevance : GS 3(Economy , Agriculture) Scientific Breakthrough in Cell Biology Implications for Cloning & Genetics Experimental Origin of the Discovery Fungal Reproduction Context Open Research Questions Wider Biological Significance
Inflation falls but not unemployment
Relevance: GS 3(Indian Economy) Growth and Employment Link Agriculture’s Role in Lowering Inflation Limits of Monetary Policy Econometric Evidence Expectations & Central Bank Credibility Conclusion: Rethinking Macroeconomic Assessment
Expansionary policies in a slowing economy
Context:India is currently pursuing both expansionary fiscal and monetary policies to boost growth amid signs of slowing demand and rising unemployment. While inflation is low, questions arise about coordination and long-term sustainability of this approach. Relevance: GS 3 ( Indian Economy, Monetary & Fiscal Policy, Growth & Inflation) Conclusion:
India FDI slid 1.8% in 2024, share in capital formation declining
FDI Inflows Declining Relevance : GS 3(Indian Economy) Shrinking Role of FDI in Capital Formation FDI Stock Relative to GDP Domestic Capital Formation Still Strong Implications for Policy and Economy Contextual Significance
Reserve Bank issues project finance directions to banks
What Has the RBI Done? Relevance : GS 3(Banaking ) Revised Provisioning Requirements Operational Stage Relief Stress Resolution Framework Introduced Rationalisation of DCCO Extensions Increased Flexibility to Lenders Why This Matters Implications
Why are oil prices rising amid Iran-Israel war?
Context & Trigger Relevance : GS 3(Energy , Economy) Role of the Strait of Hormuz Global Impact of Closure Threats Global Supply Outlook Is Iran’s Production a Factor? India’s Exposure & Preparedness Economic Implications for India Strategic Takeaways Conclusion