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Category: Research

Union Budget 2026–27: A Fiscal Consolidation Framework with Targeted Growth Priorities

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Introduction The Union Budget 2026–27 marks a significant crossroads in India’s fiscal trajectory, balancing macroeconomic austerity with targeted investments in growth, infrastructure, and social development. The budget displays a cautious but strategic approach in light of post-pandemic budgetary recalibration, domestic structural reforms, and weak global growth. According to the budget, it prioritises capital investment, manages…

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Davos 2026: Global Leaders Tackle Geopolitics, AI and Growth at 56th World Economic Forum

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The 56th World Economic Forum (WEF) concluded in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, this week with heated debate over global cooperation, economic resilience, geopolitical strain and the rapid rise of artificial intelligence. The meeting drew nearly 3,000 leaders from government, industry, civil society and academia under the theme “A Spirit of Dialogue.” The forum came at a time…

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Economic Survey 2025–26: Steady Growth, Stable Inflation, and Cautious Optimism for India’s Economy

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Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tabled the Economic Survey 2025–26 in the Lok Sabha on Thursday, setting the tone for the Union Budget discussions and offering a comprehensive snapshot of India’s economic health. Prepared by the Economic Division of the Department of Economic Affairs under the supervision of Chief Economic Adviser (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran,…

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India’s Tech Landscape Shifts to AI, Investment and Global Partnerships

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India’s technology industry is entering a transformative phase in 2026. Artificial intelligence (AI), major capital commitments, and global collaborations are driving growth. Tech companies are betting big on innovation, even as geopolitical and regulatory pressures mount. AI Takes Center Stage Across Sectors Generative AI and smart systems are shaping industry strategies. According to media coverage,…

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MP Reviews Road Safety and School Transport Measures in Gautam Buddha Nagar, Seeks Time-Bound Action on Black Spots

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35 new black spots identified; action report on 152 high-risk hotspots sought within 10 days Gautam Buddha Nagar, January 27, 2026 The Member of Parliament from Gautam Buddha Nagar, Dr Mahesh Sharma, chaired a joint review meeting of the Members of Parliament Road Safety Committee (MP-RSC) and the District School Vehicle Transport Safety Committee on…

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Trump’s Greenland Push Tests NATO, Europe’s Unity

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U.S. President Donald Trump reignited global tensions on Arctic strategy this week with renewed demands over Greenland’s future. His comments at the World Economic Forum in Davos sparked fierce pushback from European leaders and raised questions about NATO unity. Trump called Greenland “critical” to U.S. security and said the United States seeks a framework deal…

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India Steps Up Groundwater Management to Safeguard Water Security

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In a major push to secure India’s water future, the Government of India outlined strengthened measures to manage the country’s critical groundwater resources. The initiative seeks to address overextraction, quality degradation, and climate pressures that threaten water availability for agriculture, drinking and rural livelihoods. Groundwater is central to India’s water system. Nearly 62% of irrigation…

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IMF Raises India’s FY26 Growth Forecast to 7.3%, Signals Slower Expansion Ahead

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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised India’s economic growth forecast for the fiscal year 2025–26 to 7.3%. This is a significant upward revision from its earlier estimate of 6.6%. The rise reflects stronger-than-expected performance in recent quarters. Revised Forecast Shows Resilience In its latest World Economic Outlook report, the IMF said that India’s growth…

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Parameshwaran Iyer:A Cleaner Idea of Bureaucracy

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PHASE 1: EARLY LIFE, FOUNDATIONS AND ENTRY INTO PUBLIC SERVICE The journey of Parameswaran Iyer in to public administration began much earlier than when he became one of the most widely recognised reformers in India’s sanitation and water sector. Born on 16 April 1959 in Srinagar, he grew up in an environment shaped by discipline…

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