Kerala ‘First’ Digitally Literate State in India: Kerala has been declared the first fully digitally literate state in India, marking a milestone in bridging the digital divide through the Digi Keralam Project. Digi Keralam Project targeted senior citizens, homemakers, and digitally excluded groups, using youth volunteers and the K-SMART (Kerala Solutions for Managing Administrative Reformation […]
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India’s GDP in Q1 FY26 is projected to grow 6.7%
India’s GDP in Q1 FY26 is projected to grow 6.7%: India’s economy is projected to grow at a robust 6.7% in the first quarter (Q1) of FY26, according to a median estimate by economists. The growth is underpinned by strong government capital expenditure, reviving rural consumption, and a resilient services sector. This estimate aligns closely […]
Centre has set up two Rajiv Gauba-led panels to implement next-generation reforms
Centre has set up two Rajiv Gauba-led panels to implement next-generation reforms: Central Government has established two high-level committees under the leadership of Rajiv Gauba, a full-time NITI Aayog member and former Cabinet Secretary. These panels are designed to fast-track next-generation reforms and realize the ambitious Viksit Bharat (Developed India) vision. The two newly formed […]
Key Highlights of the CAG Review
Key Highlights of the CAG Review: The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) presented its 2023-24 annual review of the Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management (FRBM) Act, 2003, in Parliament. The review shows that India is moving steadily towards long-term macroeconomic stability. Key Highlights of the CAG Review of the FRBM Act for FY 2023-24: Central […]
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released its discussion paper (August 2025) on reviewing the flexible inflation targeting (FIT) framework.
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 […]
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, […]
