Economic development refers to the process of improving the economic well-being of a region. It involves increasing wealth, reducing poverty, and enhancing living standards. This can be achieved through various means, such as industrialisation, infrastructure development, and education. In India, economic development has been influenced by historical events, government policies, and cultural factors. Sustainable practices are essential for long-term growth.
India has made remarkable progress in women’s financial empowerment over the last decade. The government’s focus on skill development, credit access, technology, and entrepreneurship has transformed millions of...
The Government e-Marketplace (GeM) recently celebrated seven years of its flagship initiative SWAYATT. Launched in February 2019, SWAYATT stands for Startups, Women and Youth Advantage through e-Transactions. It...
Recent studies reveal that India and China have the highest metabolic disease burdens in the Asia-Pacific. A 2026 analysis of data from 1990 to 2023, with projections till...
Recent data from the World Obesity Atlas 2026 reveals a sharp rise in childhood obesity in India and globally. Nearly 15 million Indian children aged 5 to 9...
The Strait of Hormuz has become a global flashpoint in 2026. Following the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) declared the strait effectively...
India’s population growth concerns have shifted dramatically by 2026. Once feared for rapid fertility rates, India now experiences a sharp decline in birth rates. Recent health surveys show...
The global shift to green energy and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is creating an unprecedented demand for critical minerals. These minerals include copper, lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements....
The Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2025, is set to be introduced in Parliament during the Budget session. It aims to reform India’s power distribution sector by improving financial health...
India recently signed a major uranium supply deal with Canadian company Cameco. The contract will provide 22 million pounds of uranium from 2027 to 2035. This deal worth...
India introduced a new GDP series in 2026 with 2022-23 as the base year. This revision has changed the way the economy’s size and growth are measured. The...
