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The recent meeting between the President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, and the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, in Washington D.C. on February 13, 2025, reaffirmed the strength of the India-U.S. Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. This partnership is rooted in shared democratic values, mutual interests, and growing economic and strategic cooperation. A …
Read MoreDiscuss the significance of India’s defense cooperation with the United States, focusing on the recently launched “U.S.-India COMPACT” initiative. How does it contribute to India’s strategic autonomy and security interests? (250 words) UPSC Paper: GS Paper II 🔹 Syllabus Topic: Bilateral, regional, and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests Answer: India-U.S. …
Read MoreEconomic Implications: The Pros and Cons India-US Energy Trade: Benefits and Challenges Pros: 1. Energy Security & Diversification – Reducing dependency on a single region ensures uninterrupted supply and mitigates risks from geopolitical tensions. 2. Reduced Price Volatility – US oil imports help buffer India from OPEC+ production cuts that often cause sharp price fluctuations. …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Union Budget highlighted infrastructure development and passenger comfort for Indian Railways, but key concerns like delayed safety initiatives, pending high-speed rail projects, and unclear timelines for Vande Bharat train expansion have raised criticism. Key Announcements: The Railways Minister emphasized infrastructure development, modernization of stations, and enhancing passenger connectivity, safety, and …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Indian Constitution , Government Policies & Interventions GS-3: Growth & Development , Planning ,Government Budgeting , Fiscal Policy , Inclusive Growth Focus: The Union Budget for FY 2025-26 announced a massive Rs 1 lakh crore tax relief for income taxpayers. The expectation is that this tax relief will boost consumption demand and push …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Reserve Bank of India cut the repo rate by 0.25% to 6.25%, the first reduction since May 2020, aiming to stimulate growth, ease borrowing costs, and manage inflation projected to decline to 4.2% in 2025-26. Policy Decision and Implications: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) cut the repo rate by …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Union Budget for 2025-26 focuses on growth with increased capital expenditure, but concerns arise over falling tax revenues, AI infrastructure needs, and a shift from fiscal deficit to debt-GDP ratio, reducing transparency. Union Budget 2025-26: Key Takeaways Positive Aspects: GDP Growth Projections: Nominal GDP growth for 2025-26 is estimated at …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Bilateral Groupings & Agreements , Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests , Indian Diaspora ,Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests Focus: Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto recently attended India’s 76th Republic Day celebrations as the chief guest, highlighting the deepening partnership between the two nations. Their collaboration …
Read MoreIndia has taken a significant step toward securing its energy transition and industrial future by adopting a holistic policy for critical minerals. The Union Cabinet recently approved the ₹12,400 crore National Critical Minerals Mission (NCMM), initially announced in the July 2024 budget. This initiative aims to ensure a sustainable supply of essential minerals needed for …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Indian Constitution , Government Policies & Interventions GS-3: Growth & Development ,Planning , Government Budgeting , Fiscal Policy , Inclusive Growth Focus: The Union Budget 2025, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, focuses on India’s fiscal consolidation, tax reforms, and sectoral growth ambitions. However, concerns persist over the feasibility of revenue projections, execution …
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