Category: Economic Development
A case for regulating gig-based work
SyllabusGS Paper 3 – Indian Economy – Issues relating to development and employment. ContextThe Karnataka government’s plan to introduce legislation…
Indian Capital Goods Sector
To capture India’s capital goods market in the global electronics revolution, we must embrace the same innovative spirit that fueled the Industrial Revolution.
Focus on female employment to counter unemployment
A better female labour force participation rate can improve overall family income and welfare, especially in rural India.
The promise of parametric insurance
In 2023, the world witnessed its warmest year on record, accompanied by a surge in natural disasters that caused an estimated $280 billion in economic losses.
Intergenerational equity as tax devolution criterion
The Finance Commission needs to have a relook at the indicators in rewarding State fiscal efficiency.
Poor State of Public Infrastructure
14 Bihar Bridge Collapses in Four Weeks
The PDS impact on household expenditure
It is time to recognise and address the subject of male reproductive health issues in India
Solar-Powered Micro-Irrigation
To ensure the long-term sustainability of agriculture, the Union government has been promoting the application of micro-irrigation and solar energy in agriculture.
PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme (PM-KISAN)
Over the years, both the number of beneficiaries and the Budget allocation for the PM-Kisan scheme have shown a declining trend.
The NITI Aayog’s project in Great Nicobar
The article discusses ecological and social concerns of Great Nicobar development project
Goods and Services Tax (GST)
7 years of GST: Balancing tech & transformation
Direct Seeded Rice (DSR)
Punjab struggles to meet target of direct seeded rice cultivation as farmers remain apprehensive.