World Happiness Report

The UN-backed World Happiness Report 2026 has highlighted a growing concern that heavy social media usage is negatively affecting the well-being of young people across many countries. The report suggests that increased digital engagement, particularly among youth, is linked to reduced mental well-being, raising concerns about the broader social and psychological impacts of technology-driven li

Fiscal Health Index (FHI) 2026

Recently, the NITI Aayog released the second edition of the Fiscal Health Index (FHI) 2026 to evaluate the fiscal performance of Indian states. The report is particularly significant in the present context as global public debt has surged to nearly USD 102 trillion in 2024, placing increasing pressure on public finances worldwide. This makes fiscal discipline and sustainability at the state

Responsible Nations Index (RNI)

Recently, India launched the Responsible Nations Index (RNI) at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre. The index aims to evaluate countries not only on economic strength but also on their responsibility toward citizens, the environment, and the global community. About the Responsible Nations Index The Responsible Nations Index (RNI) is India’s first globally anchored index designed to

Henley Passport Index 2026

The 2026 Henley Passport Index reflects significant shifts in global travel mobility, with Asian countries continuing to dominate the top ranks. The latest rankings highlight changing diplomatic alignments, global trust, and mobility trends. About the Henley Passport Index The Henley Passport Index is one of the most widely cited global passport rankings. It measures the strength of passport

Export Preparedness Index (EPI)

The NITI Aayog has released the Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2024, which assesses the export readiness of India’s States and Union Territories (UTs). This is the fourth edition of the index, with the first edition having been published in August 2020. About the Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2024 The Export Preparedness Index is a comprehensive assessment tool designed to evalu

Financial Sector Assessment (FSA) Report

The latest Financial Sector Assessment (FSA) Report has stated that India is progressing steadily toward its vision of becoming a $30 trillion economy by 2047. The report highlights the increasing resilience and inclusiveness of India’s financial system. About the Financial Sector Assessment (FSA) Report The Financial Sector Assessment (FSA) Report is published by the World Bank. I

Annual Survey of Industries (ASI) 2023–24

The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) released the Annual Survey of Industries (ASI) for 2023–24, providing comprehensive insights into the performance, employment trends, and sectoral dynamics of India’s industrial sector. The survey, conducted by the National Statistical Office (NSO), covers factories registered under the Factories Act, 1948, bidi and ci

Global Innovation Index (GII) 2025

India has made remarkable strides in the field of innovation, moving up from 48th position in 2020 to 38th in 2025 among 139 global economies, according to the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). This marks a significant improvement, reflecting India's growing capabilities and investments in innovation. Key Highlights of the GII 2025 India's Rank: India ranks

RBI's Trends and Progress of Banking in India 2023-24 Report

RBI's Trends and Progress of Banking in India 2023-24 Report The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in its latest report raised alarms about emerging risks in the financial ecosystem, particularly related to unsecured lending and private credit. 1. Decline in Non-Performing Assets (NPAs) GNPAs (Gross Non-Performing Assets) reached a 13-year low of 2.7% by March 2024, further improving

Financial Inclusion Index (FI-Index)

The Financial Inclusion Index (FI-Index) is a key measure of financial inclusion across India. The FI-Index stood at 64.2 in March 2024, up from 60.1 in March 2023, reflecting an overall improvement in financial inclusion across the country. Overview of the FI-Index Purpose: The FI-Index measures the extent of financial inclusion in India, covering various financial services sectors inclu

National Multidimensional Poverty Index

Over 24.8 crore people moved out of poverty in India in nine years: NITI report. The Index Released by - Niti Aayog, which is the nodal agency to release Multidimensional Poverty (MDP) report for States and Union Territories. Purpose - Plays a role in assessing advancements towards Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 1.2. SDG 1.2. - By 2030, reduce at leas

Zero coupon zero principle

Context: Capital markets regulator Sebi on Thursday came out with a procedure for public issuance of 'zero coupon zero principle' instruments by not-for-profit organisations (NPOs) and listing of such instruments on the Social Stock Exchange (SSE). News: Instruments issued in dematerialized form are non-transferable. The minimum issue size for such instruments is set a

Criticism of Global Hunger Index Methodology

  Why in the News? The Global Hunger Index (GHI) 2023 ranked India 111 among 125 nations, a fall of four places from last year has received a push-back by the Indian government. India scored poorer than several of its neighboring countries on the index, including Pakistan (102nd), Bangladesh (81st), Nepal (69th), and Sri Lanka (60th). Global Hunger Index (GHI): Th

Global hunger Index

Global hunger Index       India has been ranked 111th out of 125 countries in the Global Hunger Index 2023. The index is published on an annual basis by Concern Worldwide and Welthungerhilfe. India has a score of 28.7, indicating a serious level of hunger, ranking after neighbouring countries of Pakistan (102nd), Bangladesh (81st), Nepal (69th) and Sri Lan

Purchasing Manager’s Index

Purchasing Manager’s Index   It is an index that reflects the prevailing direction of economic trends in the manufacturing and service sectors. It has a diffusion index that summarizes whether market conditions are expanding, staying the same, or contracting as viewed by purchasing managers. It is a monthly survey released by the Institute for Supply Manag

The State of Elementary education In Rural India Report, 2023

The State of Elementary education In Rural India Report, 2023 Why in the News? The State of Elementary education In Rural India Report, 2023 was released based on a pan-India survey conducted by the Development intelligence Unit (DIU) which highlights the usage of smartphones among students. Findings of the Report: More children used smartphones for entertainment rather than for edu

CPI BASKET CONCEALS THE INFLATION PICTURE

CPI BASKET CONCEALS THE INFLATION PICTURE India's consumer price index (CPI) inflation rose to 4.81% in June 2023, higher than expectations but still below the RBI's upper tolerance limit of 6%. The spike was driven by a less supportive base and a surge in vegetable prices.  India's consumer price index (CPI) inflation rises for the first time in five months to 4.81% in J