What is behind the rise of quick commerce?
What is driving the rise of Q-commerce? Relevance : GS 3(Economy , Commerce) How does Q-commerce function? How do dark stores facilitate Q-commerce? How does customer data enhance the shopping experience? Market Growth & Economic Impact Challenges & Concerns from Traditional Retailers Conclusion
Income levels of salaried class have stagnated in recent years
Context : Findings from PLFS Data Relevance : GS 3(Income , Economy) Expert Opinions on Stagnation Sector-wise Wage Trends Macroeconomic Implications Future Outlook
Rising Imports of Semiconductor Chips
Background: Rising Imports of Semiconductor Chips Relevance : GS 3(Economy ,Import ,Export) Government’s Push for Domestic Production The Semicon India Programme Challenges in India’s Semiconductor Ecosystem Strategic Importance & Future Outlook
Overexposure by NBFCs may imperil financial system
Context : Key Findings from IMF’s Report (“India Financial System Stability Assessment”) Relevance : GS 3(Economy ) PSBs’ Vulnerability in a Stagflation Scenario Policy Recommendations & Outlook Significance
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: