Policy analysis involves evaluating government actions and proposals. It assesses their effectiveness and impact on society. Analysts use data and research to inform decisions. This process is crucial for shaping laws and regulations. It also aids in understanding economic implications. Clear policy analysis supports informed governance. It ultimately aims to improve public welfare and ensure accountability in policy-making.
Recent studies reveal a projected decline in twin births in India and Bangladesh by 2100. Despite this, India will continue to have one of the highest twin birth...
India is witnessing a historic shift as decades of Maoist insurgency in central and eastern tribal regions near an end. The government aims to eliminate Left-Wing Extremism (LWE)...
Recent developments in global trade reveal shift towards economic nationalism, especially by the United States. The US government now imposes high tariffs on imports unless goods are manufactured...
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released draft directions for Scheduled Commercial Banks on asset classification, provisioning, and income recognition. These guidelines are to be implemented from...
The 2025 Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences was awarded to Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion and Peter Howitt for their pioneering work on innovation-driven economic growth. Their research...
India’s economy recorded a real GDP growth of 7.8% in the first quarter of 2025-26. This figure is below the average first quarter growth of 9.9% seen in...
Recent developments in 2025 have exposed critical vulnerabilities in the global supply of rare earth minerals. China’s tightened export controls on these essential resources have triggered international concern....
The ethanol blending programme in India, initially aimed at supporting sugar mills, has seen a major shift towards grain-based ethanol production by 2025. The government’s policy incentives and...
Cotton remains a vital crop in India, supporting millions of smallholder farmers and rural economies. Recently, sustainability in cotton farming has become a critical focus amid climate challenges...
India’s ports are rapidly emerging as very important centres for the green hydrogen economy. The government has identified Deendayal Port (Gujarat), Paradip Port (Odisha), and VO Chidambaranar Port...
