Economy

Supreme Court’s Push for Crop Diversification

The Supreme Court has urged the Union Government to re-evaluate its agricultural policy, advocating for crop diversification to address ecological and nutritional challenges. This move critiques the production-centric model, pushing for a systems sustainability approach.

16 Mar 2026

Recasting India's Export Strategy: Navigating Geopolitics, Global Value Chains, and Economic Resilience

India's ambition for USD 2 trillion in exports by 2030 necessitates a strategic overhaul amid global trade shifts and protectionism. This article examines the institutional framework, persistent structural challenges like logistics costs and MSME integration, and critically evaluates current policy interventions like PLI schemes. It contrasts India's strategy with Vietnam's export-led model and proposes a multi-dimensional assessment for achieving sustained growth and resilience.

16 Mar 2026

Recasting India's Export Strategy: Towards Diversification, Value Addition, and Global Competitiveness for UPSC

16 Mar 2026

Recasting India's Export Strategy: Enhancing Competitiveness and Global Value Chain Integration for UPSC Mains GS-III

16 Mar 2026

AI and the Transformation of the Indian Economy: Opportunities, Challenges, and Governance for UPSC GS-III

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the Indian economy by driving productivity and innovation across sectors, yet it simultaneously presents substantial challenges including employment disruption, skill gaps, and the need for robust ethical governance. India's strategy, rooted in 'AI for All', seeks to balance technological advancement with inclusive growth, necessitating a nuanced policy approach to navigate this complex transition.

16 Mar 2026

Recasting India's Export Strategy: Towards Diversification and Global Value Chain Integration for UPSC

India's revised export strategy aims for USD 1 trillion in both merchandise and services exports by 2030, necessitating a pivot towards enhanced competitiveness and deeper integration into global value chains. This involves leveraging WTO-compliant incentive schemes like RoDTEP and PLI, while confronting persistent challenges such as high logistics costs, product/market concentration, and the need for seamless inter-agency coordination for effective implementation.

16 Mar 2026