Category Public Finances and Macroeconomics

Budget of the Few, for the Few

Insights, Center for the Study for Finance and Economics, Public Finances and Macroeconomics

Instead of taking care of critical problems facing the Indian economy, the Union budget 2024–25 seems to be intended to keep international agencies and the organised sector happy, writes Prof. Arun Kumar.

IMPRI Desk and Arun Kumar
August 1, 2024

Did the Budget 2024-25 Intentionally Forgot the Word ‘Senior Citizen’?

Insights, Center for Human Dignity and Development, Economy and Infrastructure, Livelihoods, Employment and Well-being, Public Finances and Macroeconomics, Public Policies, Programs and Schemes

It's very shocking and surprising that how in 'Viksit Bharat' 149 million Senior Citizens don't have any place. Is this country not for Old people ?

IMPRI Desk and IMPRI
July 31, 2024

RBI Bounty Analyzed

Insights, Center for the Study for Finance and Economics, Centres, Economy and Infrastructure, Public Finances and Macroeconomics, Thematic Areas

The record dividend paid by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to the Union government may not be something to celebrate because, legally, RBI is unlike any other bank

IMPRI Desk and Arun Kumar
July 30, 2024

Hits and Misses of Health Budget 2024-25

Insights, Public Finances and Macroeconomics, Thematic Areas

National health priorities include strengthening primary health care, enhancing disease surveillance, expanding health insurance coverage, and ensuring equitable access to health services across all demographics. The ministry comprises two departments: the Department of Health and Family Welfare and the Department of Health Research. Out of the ₹90,958.63 crore allocated to the Health Ministry, ₹87,656.90 crore has been allocated to the Department of Health and Family Welfare, and ₹3,301.73 crore to the Department of Health Research. With a 12.93% increase over the previous year, the critical question remains: does this allocation sufficiently address health as a critical pillar of viksit bharat.

IMPRI Desk
July 29, 2024

Northeast and its Success Story of Financial Inclusion

Insights, Center for the Study for Finance and Economics, Economy and Infrastructure, Policy Update, Public Finances and Macroeconomics

Northeast India has made remarkable strides in financial inclusion, overcoming historical economic challenges through enhanced banking and financial access. With state-led initiatives and technological advancements, the region has seen a significant increase in bank branches, digital transactions, and financial literacy.

IMPRI Desk and Aaswash Mahanta
July 28, 2024

Rural Realities and Union Budget 2024-25

Insights, Center for Environment, Climate Change and Sustainable Development, Center for Habitat, Urban and Regional Studies, Center for Human Dignity and Development, Center for the Study for Finance and Economics, Center for Work and Welfare, Public Finances and Macroeconomics

Press Release Shivashish Narayan The IMPRI Center for Habitat, Urban and Regional Studies (CHURS), IMPRI, Impact and Policy Research Institute, New Delhi, hosted an interactive panel discussion on the topic “Rural Realities and Union Budget 2024-25” on July 27, 2024,…

IMPRI Desk
July 28, 2024

Critical Review of Budget Allocations: Impact on Rural Development, Agriculture, and Marginalized Communities

Insights, Center for Environment, Climate Change and Sustainable Development, Center for Habitat, Urban and Regional Studies, Center for Human Dignity and Development, Center for the Study for Finance and Economics, Center for Work and Welfare, Generation Alpha Data Centre, Public Finances and Macroeconomics

Press Release Ishan Singh The IMPRI Center for the Study of Finance and Economics (CSFE), IMPRI, Impact and Policy Research Institute, New Delhi, hosted an interactive panel discussion on the topic “Rural Realities and Union Budget 2024-25” on 27th July…

IMPRI Desk
July 28, 2024