Smartphone market stays below pandemic levels, concerns remain The smartphone market continues to stay below pandemic levels, raising concerns regarding its revival. Despite some optimistic projections and minor growth, the overall market remains subdued. In India, which has a smartphone economy valued at over $40 billion, the demand is still lagging behind pandemic-era level. The market faced numerous challenges in recent years due to the COVID-19 pandemic and currency fluctuations, though there are signs of […]

One Nation One Subscription: Facilitating Free Access to International Academic Journals On November 25, 2023, the PM led Union Cabinet approved a landmark program—One Nation One Subscription. This initiative, aligning with the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, and Viksit Bharat @ 2047, aims to provide nationwide digital access to top-tier academic research articles and journals. The government has allocated ₹6,000 crore to this project for the next three years, […]

The Role of India’s Constitution and RBI in Economic Stability Celebrating 90 Years of the RBI Act of 1934 The year 2024-25 marks the 90th anniversary of the passage of the RBI Act of 1934 and the commencement of its operations on April 1, 1935. As we reflect on this milestone, it is crucial to understand the profound impact of institutions like the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Constitution on the economic stability […]

Quick Deliveries – Top Agenda for Indian Energy Hunters State-run energy companies in India are strategically focusing on acquiring projects that are already producing oil and gas or nearing production phases. This shift comes in response to prolonged waits for supplies from foreign energy investments made in earlier years. Despite the cost advantages of investing in early-stage exploration and production (E&P) projects, the pressing energy demands of India necessitate more immediate results. Strategic Shift to […]

Indian Stock Market: Key Changes Over the Weekend Overview The Indian equity market indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are expected to open higher on Monday, continuing the upward momentum driven by a significant interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve. Market Performance Last Week Asian Markets: Traded lower US Stock Market: Mixed results, with Dow Jones hitting record highs Key Developments US Federal Reserve Policy Shift The US Federal Reserve began a monetary-easing cycle […]