Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released its discussion paper (August 2025) on reviewing the flexible inflation targeting (FIT) framework: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released its discussion paper (August 2025) on reviewing the flexible inflation targeting (FIT) framework. With the current 4% CPI target within a 2–6% tolerance band expiring in March 2026, the […]
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Kerala Declared India’s First Fully Digitally Literate State
Kerala Declared India’s First Fully Digitally Literate State: Kerala Chief Minister declared Kerala as the first fully digitally literate State in India, marking the completion of Phase I of the Digi Kerala project. The initiative sought to bridge the digital divide by training individuals in basic digital skills across all local bodies.Surveys covered 1.5 crore […]
SEBI Moots ‘Regulated Venue’ for Pre-Listing Companies
SEBI Moots ‘Regulated Venue’ for Pre-Listing Companies: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed creating a “regulated venue” for trading shares of pre-listing companies.A formalised platform under SEBI oversight where unlisted companies’ shares can be traded before their Initial Public Offering (IPO). Will function as a transparent alternative to the unregulated grey […]
RBI Appoints Indranil Bhattacharyya as New MPC Member Ahead of October Policy Meet
RBI Appoints Indranil Bhattacharyya as New MPC Member Ahead of October Policy Meet: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has appointed Indranil Bhattacharyya, Executive Director of the Monetary Policy Department, as the newest ex officio member of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC). This move comes ahead of the committee’s upcoming meeting scheduled between September 29 […]
EPFO records highest-ever payroll addition in June 2025
EPFO records highest-ever payroll addition in June 2025: The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) recorded its highest-ever monthly net payroll addition of 21.89 lakh members in June 2025. This is the largest monthly increase since EPFO began releasing formal payroll data in April 2018. The surge is attributed to a rise in employment opportunities, increased […]
UIDAI onboards Starlink for Aadhaar-based e-KYC
UIDAI onboards Starlink for Aadhaar-based e-KYC: The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has onboarded Starlink Satellite Communication Pvt Ltd to use Aadhaar authentication for customer verification. The announcement, made on August 20, 2025, marks a significant synergy between India’s trusted digital identity system and cutting-edge satellite internet technology. Starlink, a satellite-based global internet provider, […]
India’s Core Sector Grows 2% in July 2025
India’s Core Sector Grows 2% in July 2025: India’s eight core industries registered a 2% year-on-year growth in July 2025, according to the latest data released by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. This modest rise in industrial output reflects a mixed performance, with robust expansion in steel, cement, fertilisers, and electricity, partially offset by […]
NCERT launches new modules on Operation Sindoor for school students
NCERT launches new modules on Operation Sindoor for school students: National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) unveiled new curriculum modules on Operation Sindoor, calling it a “saga of courage” and a transformative moment in India’s military and political response to terrorism. The modules are designed for Classes 3 to 12, narrating the events […]
Minimum Public Shareholding : SEBI
Minimum Public Shareholding : SEBI SEBI recently proposed to increase the flexibility of Minimum Public Shareholding (MPS) and Minimum Public Offer (MPO) for companies aspiring to get listed, aimed at “simplifying fund-raising by issuers in India. The Minimum Public Shareholding (MPS) rule is a regulatory requirement laid out by SEBI under the Securities Contracts (Regulation) […]
Since 2016, Stand-Up India Scheme has sanctioned ₹62,791 crore to 2.75 lakh SC/ST
Since 2016, Stand-Up India Scheme has sanctioned ₹62,791 crore to 2.75 lakh SC/ST: The Stand-Up India Scheme, launched in April 2016 to promote entrepreneurship among Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and women, has achieved a significant milestone. As of August 2025, banks have sanctioned ₹62,791 crore in loans to 2,75,291 beneficiaries, according to information […]
