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Economic Development
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.
Recent data reveals that five countries—Nigeria, Ethiopia, Pakistan and Cameroon—account for 36% of maternal deaths worldwide. The Lancet’s 2026 analysis shows that maternal mortality remains heavily concentrated in...
April 3, 2026
India has recently enacted the SHANTI Act 2025, a landmark legislation modernising its nuclear energy sector. This follows India’s announcement of the Nuclear Energy Mission in 2025 and...
April 3, 2026
Recent global events have brought into light coal’s continued importance in India’s energy landscape. Geopolitical conflicts, particularly in the Middle East, and disruptions in gas and LPG supplies...
April 3, 2026
The ongoing conflict in West Asia, which began on 28 February 2026, involves large-scale military operations by the United States and Israel against Iran. This war, known as...
April 2, 2026
India faces growing macroeconomic stress due to rising geopolitical instability in West Asia as of early 2026. The rupee has depreciated to ₹95 per US dollar, while crude...
April 2, 2026
The Telangana state Assembly passed the Telangana Platform-Based Gig Workers (Registration, Social Security and Welfare) Bill, 2026. This law aims to regulate gig work and protect the rights...
April 2, 2026
India’s energy sector is at a critical juncture in 2026. Demand is rising sharply due to rapid urbanisation, industrial growth and electrification. Despite strong growth in renewable energy,...
April 2, 2026
Recent reports reveal a near shutdown of shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. This has caused severe disruptions in global fertiliser supplies. Fertiliser prices are rising sharply. This...
April 2, 2026
The recent U.S.-Iran war in early 2026 caused a sharp rise in global oil prices. The OPEC basket price surged by 67% within a month. This spike increased...
April 1, 2026
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently imposed a cap on banks’ net open foreign exchange exposure to $100 million daily. This step aims to curb the rupee’s...
April 1, 2026
