India and China: A Comparative Analysis of Consumer Markets Sub: Economy Sec: National Income Population Dynamics: India: Surpassed China in 2023 to become the world’s most populous country. India’s population is expected to continue growing and peak around 2060. China: Facing a declining birth rate (6.4 births per 1,000 people), a low total […]
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI): A Journey Through Time Subject: Economy Section: Monetary Policy Establishment and Early Years: The Reserve Bank of India is the central bank of the country. The Reserve Bank of India was set up on the basis of the recommendations of the Hilton Young Commission. The Reserve Bank […]
Clean energy storage ‘key to net zero plan’ Topic: Economy In News: The government’s move to ensure a committed supply of raw material, especially for renewable energy (RE) and e- mobility sectors. About: The recent surge in prices of natural gas in Europe due to high energy demand, coupled with cold spells across […]
ESG Funds Subject – Economy Context – The asset size of ESG funds has ballooned nearly five times to Rs 12,300 crore over the last couple of years. Concept – Environment, social responsibility, and corporate governance have of late emerged as key themes for investors in India. Earlier this week, the National Stock […]