Logistics Performance Index LPI Report
Focus: GS III: Indian Economy Why in News? The Gati Shakti, a National Master Plan for multimodal connectivity has significantly contributed to the improvement of India’s rank in World Bank’s Logistics Performance Index Report 2023. About PM Gati Shakti: About Logistics Performance Index (LPI):
RBI Keeps Repo Rate Unchanged
Context: The Reserve Bank of India, in its recently published bi-monthly monetary policy announced to keep the repo rate unchanged at 6.5 percent. Relevance: GS III- Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: What is the repo rate? Why is the repo rate such a crucial monetary tool? How does the repo rate work? What impact […]
India-China Trade Reach Record Levels
Context: The India and China bilateral trade hits record in 2023, which surpassed the figures in 2022. Relevance: GS-III: Indian Economy (International trade), GS-II: International Relations (India and its Neighbors) Dimensions of the Article: Highlights of the latest data on India-China trade in 2023: Understanding what we import and what we export to China India’s […]
Need to Push Investment in Research and Development
Context: Recently, the Government of India presented the Interim Budget in the Parliament for the year 2024-25. Relevance: GS Paper-3: Indian Economy and issues relating to Planning, Mobilization of Resources; Government Budgeting; Science and Technology- Developments and their Applications and Effects in Everyday Life Dimensions of the Article: Budget: Allocation of funds for R&D: Present […]
Fiscal Deficit Target for FY25
Context: According to the experts, the Budget 2024-25 lowers fiscal deficit target to boost the investor Confidence. The government has set its fiscal deficit target for FY25 at 5.1% of GDP. Relevance: GS-3 Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Fiscal deficit target for FY25: Centre’s fiscal consolidation strategy: What is fiscal deficit? What is […]
Summary of the Interim Union Budget 2024-25
Focus: GS-3 Indian Economy Why in News? Recently, the Finance Minister of India presented the Interim Union Budget for 2024-2025 in Parliament. Key points:
Index of Eight Core Industries Witnesses Positive Growth
Focus: GS III- Indian Economy Why in News? The combined Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) increased by 3.8per cent (provisional) in December 2023 as compared to the Index of December 2022. About Index of Eight Core Industries: Below image attached Eight Core Industries based on their weightage. Index of Industrial Production (IIP): Significance of IIP:
National Conference on Technical Textiles
Context: The Ministry of Textiles, in collaboration with the Government of Andhra Pradesh, hosted a National Conference on Technical Textiles in Vijayawada. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Conference Highlights Significance About Technical Textiles Significance and Potential Applications of Technical Textiles About National Technical Textiles Mission Objectives:
Market Access Initiative (MAI) Scheme
Context: Ahead of the interim Budget 2024, exporters have urged the government to allocate funds worth $3.88 billion for the Market Access Initiative (MAI) scheme. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Market Access Initiative (MAI) Scheme: Export Promotion Catalyst: Focus on Specific Products and Markets: Target Beneficiaries: Scope of Assistance: Eligible Agencies: […]
Reforms Needed in India’s Geographical Indication (GI) Tags Journey
Context: India’s Geographical Indication (GI) tags journey of over two decades faces challenges, with limited outcomes indicating the need for reforms in the registration processes. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Geographical Indications (GI) Tag Definition and Importance: Administration and Registration: Significance and Examples: Ownership and Proprietorship: Location of the Geographical Indications Registry: Concerns Regarding […]