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FOUR CHALLENGES THAT DEMAND ATTENTION IN INDIA’S FTAs Why in the News? India–Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) came into effect on 1 June, expanding India’s network of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and enhancing international trade opportunities. India currently has 15 FTAs covering 27 countries, while 9 additional trade agreements with 42 countries are under …
Read MoreNeelkanth Mishra Appointed World Bank Executive Director Why in the News ? The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the appointment of Neelkanth Mishra as Executive Director at the World Bank Headquarters, Washington D.C., for a tenure of three years, representing India’s interests in the institution, including matters related to environmental financing and …
Read MoreInflation Control Does Not Guarantee Better Affordability Why in the News ? Rising global tensions and concerns over crude oil prices have revived debates on inflation and affordability. While India’s inflation remains within the RBI’s target range, many households continue to face pressure because income growth has not kept pace with rising prices, affecting their …
Read MoreRupee Depreciation Sparks Debate Over RBI’s Intervention Strategy Why in the News ? The continuous fall in the Indian rupee against the US dollar has triggered debate on whether the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) should actively defend the currency using forex reserves or allow market forces to determine its real exchange value. Reasons Behind …
Read MoreSHOULD RBI DEFEND RUPEE, OR LET IT FIND ITS OWN LEVEL Why in the News? The Indian rupee has witnessed a sharp depreciation against the US dollar, triggering concerns about the stability of the Indian economy. Policymakers are debating whether the Reserve Bank of India should actively defend the rupee or allow market forces to …
Read MoreSHOULD THE RUPEE BE LEFT TO DEPRECIATE? Syllabus: GS 3: Banking system Issues related to Banking system Why in the News? The Indian rupee has weakened sharply, touching nearly ₹97 per dollar, amid rising oil prices, speculative capital outflows, and fears of imported inflation following geopolitical tensions in West Asia. INDIA’S EXTERNAL SECTOR MANAGEMENT ● …
Read MoreOECD FINALISES PACT ON GLOBAL MINIMUM TAX Why in the News? Global agreement: The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) finalised a pact on the 15% global minimum corporate tax, addressing concerns similar to those raised in environmental clearance processes. US carve-out: The deal exempts US-based multinationals from additional foreign taxes under the framework, …
Read MoreSecurities Market Code Bill Aims to Strengthen SEBI Why in the News? The Securities Market Code (SMC) Bill, 2025 was introduced in the Lok Sabha, proposing to consolidate key securities laws, expand the SEBI Board, tighten conflict-of-interest norms, decriminalise minor offences, and enhance investor protection in India’s capital markets. This comprehensive approach to financial regulation …
Read MoreU.S. Sanctions on Russian Oil Impact Indian Imports Why in the News? The United States has imposed sanctions on Russia’s leading oil firms, Rosneft and Lukoil, for allegedly funding the Kremlin’s war in Ukraine. This move reflects the complexities of global governance in a multipolar world, where economic sanctions are increasingly used as tools of …
Read MoreUnderstand the main features of GST implementation, including concurrent taxation, input tax credit, compensation to states, GST Council, and destination-based taxation. Essential for GS Paper 3, this topic covers India’s biggest indirect tax reform and its economic impact.
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