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.
India’s development in 2025 marks the central role of women in science, health, agriculture, and entrepreneurship. Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasises that women’s well-being sustains families and the...
The Government of India introduced major reforms in the Goods and Services Tax (GST) system in 2025. Announced on Independence Day, these reforms aim to simplify the tax...
Recent data from 2025 shows India’s inflation rates remain unusually low. Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation was 2.07% in August. Wholesale Price Index (WPI) inflation rose only 0.52%...
India’s GST Council raised tax rates on ultra-processed and sugar-sweetened beverages (SSB) in 2025. The tax on aerated waters with sugar, fruit-based carbonated drinks, and caffeinated beverages increased...
The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY), launched by the Government of India in August 2014, has become a landmark initiative in expanding financial inclusion. By mid-2025, it...
India achieved its best-ever rank of 99 out of 167 countries in the 2025 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Index. This reflects steady progress since 2021, especially in access...
Since September 2025, thousands of farmers in Maharashtra have been protesting over the sharp fall in onion prices. Maharashtra is India’s largest onion-producing state. The current distress stems...
Recent data from India’s 2024 Household Consumption Survey and the World Bank’s 2025 report reveal contrasting pictures of poverty. While extreme poverty appears to have declined sharply, food...
The introduction of GST reforms in 2025 marks shift in India’s economic landscape. By lowering tax rates on a wide range of consumer goods, the government aims to...
Recent polls in the United States reveal a historic decline in support for capitalism, particularly among younger voters. Meanwhile, socialism is gaining traction, especially in urban centres like...
