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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…

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,…

CSR Spending by CPSEs Rises 31% to ₹6,437 Crore in FY25

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Spending on corporate social responsibility (CSR) by Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) increased significantly in FY25, hitting a record high of ₹6,437 crore. The Public Enterprises Survey for FY25 shows that 183 CPSEs spent 31.1% more on CSR than they had the year before. Additionally, spending became more concentrated. The top 10 public sector businesses…

India export growth strengthens trade position despite high US tariffs

India’s export performance exceeds expectations despite high U.S. tariffs, bolstering New Delhi’s position in ongoing trade negotiations with Washington

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NEW DELHI — India’s merchandise shipments rose sharply in November 2025, defying steep U.S. tariffs imposed earlier this year and strengthening New Delhi’s leverage in stalled trade talks with Washington while easing the pressure on policymakers to strike an early agreement. According to the latest data available from the government, exports have seen a marked…

Putin’s India Visit: A Simple Look at Indian Sectors it affects

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When two old friends meet after a long time, the conversation is never about just one thing. Something similar is unfolded as Russian President Vladimir Putin visited India on 4 and 5 December 2025. It was his first in four years, but the relationship between the two countries goes back more than seven decades. This…

India’s Export Promotion Mission visual showing cargo containers, shipping, MSMEs, and rising trade growth.

Policy Insights: India’s New Export Promotion Mission

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The Union Cabinet’s recent adoption of the Export Promotion Mission (EPM) and the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters is a major strategic move to improve India’s export ecosystem. In line with India’s one trillion-dollar export objective and the larger Aatmanirbhar Bharat agenda, these efforts collectively show a transition toward a more integrated, digitally enabled, and…

62,000 Crore Push to Skill and Empower the Next Generation of Bihar

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India has announced a sweeping package of youth-focused initiatives worth over Rs 62,000 crore, aimed at transforming skill development, education, and employability across the country. Launched by the Prime Minister at Vigyan Bhawan, the programme underscores a national priority: harnessing the power of India’s young population to drive inclusive growth. At the centre of the…

When Cost Becomes a Liability: India’s IT In The Crosshairs of the HIRE Act

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Photo Credit: Parinita Mathur Clear Cut Livelihood DeskNew Delhi, UPDATED: Sep 12, 2025 10:20 ISTWritten By: Paresh Kumar A storm may be gathering. The U.S. Senate is considering the HIRE Act. Short form for Halting International Relocation of Employment. It proposes a 25 percent tax on payments U.S. firms make when they outsource jobs abroad….

Budgeting for Disasters: Why India Needs a Climate-Resilient Fiscal Plan

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Photo Credit : India Today Clear Cut Climate DeskNew Delhi, UPDATED: Sep 10, 2025 05:15 ISTWritten By: Antara Mrinal A Himalayan Wake-Up Call The monsoons have wreaked havoc on the state of Himachal Pradesh. Since 20 June, monsoon rains have led to 135 major landslides, 95 flash floods, and 45 cloudbursts. The human loss has…