Economic growth refers to the increase in a country's production of goods and services. It is measured by the rise in Gross Domestic Product (GDP). This growth can lead to improved living standards. It often results in more job opportunities. However, it can also create challenges, such as income inequality. Sustainable growth is essential for long-term prosperity.
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...
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)...
India remains the world’s fastest-growing major economy in 2025. Despite robust GDP growth, foreign capital inflows have not matched expectations. This paradox raises important questions about investment patterns...
India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime entered a transformative phase in 2025. The 56th GST Council meeting introduced sweeping reforms aimed at simplifying the tax structure, easing...
India’s employment landscape has seen changes between 2017-18 and 2023-24. The availability of annual labour data through the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) has enabled detailed analysis. The...
India’s economy in 2025 faces challenges from US-imposed double tariffs. However, the affected exports are under 1 per cent of GDP. This is due to the low share...
The world is increasingly focusing on the health risks posed by trans-fatty acids (TFAs) in food. Recently, the United Nations General Assembly is set to discuss a new...
Bihar in 2025 stands at a crossroads. Despite its vast population and natural resources, the state struggles with unemployment, drought, and migration. Yet, a new vision rooted in...
Karnataka’s five welfare guarantee schemes have gained national recognition as exemplary social programmes. These schemes provide direct financial and in-kind support to millions of beneficiaries across the state....
Obesity in India is emerging as a major public health challenge. Recent data projects that by 2050, over a third of India’s population will be overweight or obese....
