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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.

India’s Wool Production and Leading States

India’s wool industry remains an important part of the rural economy and textile value chain. Wool is used in winter clothing, carpets, floor coverings, and several industrial products....

 February 8, 2026

India-GCC Free Trade Agreement Terms Signed

India and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) have signed the Terms of Reference for a Free Trade Agreement in New Delhi. The move marks a formal step towards...

 February 7, 2026

Lead Exposure and India’s Human Capital

India’s much-celebrated demographic advantage rests on a simple assumption: that a young population will translate into higher productivity, innovation and sustained economic growth. Yet an entirely preventable threat...

 February 6, 2026

India–U.S. Trade Deal and the New Export Strategy

India’s trade strategy has entered a decisive phase. With the conclusion of a consequential trade deal with the United States that lowers tariffs on Indian goods to 18%,...

 February 6, 2026

NMDC Reports Record 9-Month FY26 Growth

NMDC, India’s largest iron ore producer, posted strong operational and financial growth in the first nine months of FY26. The company recorded its best-ever January performance in production...

 February 5, 2026

World Government Summit 2026 Opens in Dubai

The World Government Summit 2026 has opened in Dubai under the theme Shaping Future Governments. The event has brought together global leaders, policymakers and business executives to discuss...

 February 4, 2026

India’s Potential Growth Reset

At a time when headline GDP numbers dominate economic debate, the latest Economic Survey has shifted attention to a more fundamental question: how fast can India sustainably grow...

 February 2, 2026

Budget Choices Before India

As India prepares for the forthcoming Union Budget, expectations from a population of nearly 1.46 billion are inevitably diverse. Yet, fiscal policymaking is as much about restraint as...

 January 29, 2026

Two Rotations Before Growth

India has entered 2026 with cautious optimism. Recent GDP numbers have surprised on the upside, credit growth has picked up, and business sentiment surveys suggest confidence may be...

 January 28, 2026

Early Learning and India’s Growth Story

India’s long-term growth, competitiveness, and ability to harness its demographic dividend depend critically on an investment that receives far less attention than it deserves — learning early and...

 January 23, 2026

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