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QUALITY CONTROL AND INDIA’S MANUFACTURING GROWTH Syllabus: GS-3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Industrial Policy and their Effects on Industrial Growth Why in the News? India is reassessing its expanding Quality Control Orders (QCOs) amid concerns that mandatory certification can raise input costs, restrict supply and weaken manufacturing competitiveness. The issue was also raised …
Read MoreE-SHRAM AND THE CHALLENGE OF DIGITAL SOCIAL SECURITY Syllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions WHY IN THE NEWS Registration Barriers: A recent experiment by law students found that e-Shram self-registration can be difficult because of OTP, CAPTCHA, occupation and documentation hurdles. Worker Coverage: The portal has crossed 9 crore registrations, but questions remain about whether …
Read MoreUPI: A DECADE OF INDIA’S DIGITAL PAYMENTS REVOLUTION Why in the News? The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) completed 10 years on 25 August 2026, marking a major milestone in India’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI). From 1.78 crore transactions in 2016-17, annual UPI transaction volume has risen to over 24,162 crore transactions in 2025-26, alongside rapid …
Read MoreFISCAL FEDERALISM: EFFICIENCY VERSUS EQUITY CONCERNS Syllabus: GS-2: Centre State Fiscal relation Governance Devolution of Power Why in the News? The 16th Finance Commission (FC-16), chaired by Arvind Panagariya, has submitted its recommendations for the period 2026–2031. While retaining the 41% vertical devolution of Central taxes to States, it significantly restructures grants-in-aid, triggering debate over …
Read MoreINDIA’S REFUSAL TO UPHOLD A GLOBAL GIG WORK LAW Why in the News? On June 12, 2026, the International Labour Conference (ILC) in Geneva adopted ILO Convention No. 193: “Decent Work in the Platform Economy”, the first legally binding international treaty protecting the rights of platform (gig) workers. The Convention aims to establish minimum labour …
Read MoreNSE Launches Ahimsa Index Promoting Ethical Investment Choices Nationwide Why in the News ? The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has launched the Nifty 500 Ahimsa Index, India’s first thematic index based on the principle of Ahimsa (non-violence). This sustainable investing initiative enables investors to invest in companies that avoid harm to animals and follow ethical …
Read MoreINDIA NOW HAS THE FUNDS, THE TALENT AND THE OPENING FOR A RESEARCH LEAP Syllabus: GS 3: Research & Innovation. Science & Technology. Why in the News? Amid growing geopolitical uncertainties, technology export controls, and the need for strategic self-reliance, India is accelerating investments in Research and Development (R&D) through the Anusandhan National Research …
Read MoreBeyond the Pump: The Science, Economics, and Geography of India’s Petrol Classification In the Civil Services Examination (GS Paper III – Economic Development, Infrastructure, and Science & Technology), the energy sector and downstream petroleum industry are critical themes. Understanding how petrol is classified in India requires looking beyond commercial branding to grasp the underlying chemical …
Read MoreGST REVENUES UP 14% IN JUNE AMID RISING IMPORT-LED COLLECTIONS Why in the News? Revenue Growth: GST collections increased by 13.9% to ₹1.95 lakh crore in June 2026, marking the highest year-on-year growth in the last 13 months. Import Surge: The increase was largely driven by GST on imports, which grew by nearly 35%, significantly …
Read MoreETHANOL BLENDED PETROL (EBP) PROGRAMME Why in the News? Government Clarification: The Union Law Ministry clarified that the Attorney General never described the E20 Ethanol Blended Petrol Programme as an “ongoing experiment” before the Supreme Court. Supreme Court Case: The clarification came during litigation concerning ethanol allocation to Dedicated Ethanol Plants and Oil Marketing Companies …
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