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.
The National Geospatial Knowledge-based Land Survey of Urban Habitations (NAKSHA) is a pioneering initiative launched by the Government of India. The programme aims to create and update land...
In recent developments, India is set to unveil its first 'Made-in-India' semiconductor chip by September or October 2025. Minister of Information and Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw announced this milestone...
The Karnataka High Court has mandated the state forest department to formulate comprehensive guidelines for assessing sandalwood prices. This decision arose from petitions concerning the valuation of sandalwood...
Kerala has emerged as a leader in higher education spending in India. A recent report by NITI Aayog marks the state's commitment to education. It identifies Kerala's innovative...
India's foreign exchange reserves witnessed increase of $7.6 billion in the week ending February 7, 2025. This marks the third consecutive week of growth, following a previous gain...
The Union Budget presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1, 2025, introduced the Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDKY). This initiative aims to enhance agricultural productivity...
Gujarat has recently reported a notable enhancement in its fiscal health. The state achieved a reduction in its debt-to-Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) ratio by 4.5 per cent....
The Indian Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has announced initiative to enhance cancer care across the country. An estimated expenditure of Rs 3,200 crore will be allocated...
West Bengal's Minister of State for Finance, Chandrima Bhattacharya, presented the state budget for the financial year 2025-26. The budget outlines a total expenditure of Rs 3.89 trillion....
The National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) has emerged as a very important player in India's economic landscape. Established in 2015, NIIF aims to enhance infrastructure investment in...
