economy
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India’s Inflation Problem, Reasons and Impacts
Context: The Economic Survey preceding the 2024 Union Budget proposed excluding food prices from the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) inflation target, suggesting a shift from targeting headline inflation to core inflation. More in News This recommendation arises amid concerns...
Published On August 20th, 2024 -
RBI enhances UPI tax payment limit to ₹5 lakh per Transaction
The RBI has decided to enhance the limit for tax payments via UPI from ₹1 lakh to ₹5 lakh per transaction. RBI is also provisioning to introduce ‘Delegated Payments’ through UPI. This will enable a secondary user, like a spouse,...
Published On August 9th, 2024 -
Capital Gain Tax, Key and Indexation, Key Changes in Budget 2024
The Union Government is facing a backlash over changes to the long-term capital gains tax regime announced in the Budget, including critiques from MPs within the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). More in News The new LTCG regime proposed in the...
Published On August 7th, 2024 -
Core Sector Industries, Components to calculate Index Of 8 Core Industries
Context: Production in India’s eight core infrastructure sectors remained largely dampened by the impact of a slowdown in state spending on public works. Core Sector Industries In India, there are eight core sectors comprising coal, crude oil, natural gas, petroleum...
Published On August 6th, 2024 -
List of GI Tag Products in India 2024, State Wise GI Tags list
Geographical Indication (GI) Tags in India serve as a vital form of intellectual property protection, acknowledging products originating from specific geographical regions with distinct qualities, reputations, or characteristics inherently tied to their place of origin. Governed by the Geographical Indications...
Published On August 6th, 2024 -
Framework for Wilful Defaulters, Objective, Applicability
Context: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released a Master Direction on the treatment of wilful defaulters. Framework for Wilful Defaulters Objective: Establish a transparent and non-discriminatory procedure for classifying borrowers as wilful defaulters Disseminate credit information about wilful defaulters...
Published On August 3rd, 2024 -
GDP of Indian States 2024, Highest and Lowest GDP State
India is a diverse country with different states having varying levels of economic development. The GDP of Indian states is a dynamic and ever-changing landscape, with some states witnessing rapid growth while others face challenges. Top 3 Largest Economies (as of...
Published On August 1st, 2024 -
RBI Governor Warns About Growing Threat of Mule Accounts
In the ever-evolving landscape of financial crime, mule accounts have emerged as a significant concern for banks and regulators alike. These accounts, often used to facilitate money laundering and other illicit activities, serve as critical links in the chain of...
Published On July 31st, 2024 -
India’s Defence Budget 2024, Highlights and Comparison with China
In a bid to strengthen its military capabilities and infrastructure, India has significantly increased its defence budget for the fiscal year 2024-25. The allocation of ₹6.21 lakh crore (approximately US $75 billion) marks a substantial rise from the previous year’s...
Published On July 25th, 2024 -
New Tax Regime vs Old Tax Regime Slabs
The "New Tax Regime" and "Old Tax Regime" refer to two different systems of income tax calculation in India. Under the old tax regime, taxpayers could claim various deductions and exemptions under the Income Tax Act, of 1961 while the...
Published On July 25th, 2024