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Page-39 of 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.

India’s GST Reform Marks Historic Tax Simplification

India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) underwent its most reform in September 2025. The overhaul reduced tax slabs from four to two main rates with a special higher...

 September 12, 2025

India’s Ambition to Lead Global Shipbuilding by 2047

India is rapidly advancing its shipbuilding sector to become a top global player by 2047. Currently holding less than 1% of the world market, the country aims to...

 September 12, 2025

Next-Gen GST Reforms Transform Indian Economy

The Government of India launched the Next-Gen GST reforms in 2025 to simplify the tax structure. This reform reduced GST slabs from four to two, at 18% and...

 September 11, 2025

India-EFTA Trade Partnership Boosts Economic Growth

The recent signing of the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) marks milestone. This pact with Switzerland, Norway, Iceland,...

 September 11, 2025

GST Rate Reforms Boost Renewable Energy and Coal Sector

Recent reforms in the Goods and Services Tax (GST) structure in India aim to rationalise rates and improve ease of doing business. The GST Council, comprising the Union...

 September 10, 2025

India’s GST Reform and Public Health Challenges 2025

India implemented a major Goods and Services Tax (GST) reform on September 22, 2025. The new system simplifies GST slabs to primarily 5% and 18%, with a special...

 September 10, 2025

India Rankings 2025 – Evaluating Higher Education Quality

The India Rankings 2025, based on the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), continue to reflect the dominance of older public institutions with a strong academic legacy. Since its...

 September 10, 2025

India’s Global Capability Centres Transform IT Services Landscape

India’s Global Capability Centres (GCCs) have become force in the country’s IT and services exports by 2025. Nearly 1,600 GCCs operate across multiple sectors including finance, retail, electronics,...

 September 10, 2025

India’s GST Reform and Export Growth Challenges 2025

India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council announced a major simplification of tax slabs in September 2025. The system moved to two main rates - 5 per cent...

 September 9, 2025

About India’s Household Consumption Measurement Gap

India’s household consumption drives 60 per cent of its GDP. Two main government datasets measuring this show a large and growing difference. The Private Final Consumption Expenditure (PFCE)...

 September 9, 2025

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