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11 Years of Jan Dhan Yojana: From ₹1,000 Balances to ₹2.65 Lakh Crore Deposits — India’s Banking Revolution in Data
Introduction On 28 August 2014, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the launch of the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY). The promise was simple but ambitious: every household in India should have a bank account. At the time, many economists and bankers were…
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Sand Batteries Explained: How Finland’s Sand Battery Stores Summer Solar for Winter Heating
What is a sand battery? A sand battery is a big, well-insulated tank filled with ordinary sand (or sand-like rock). When cheap renewable electricity is available, electric heaters warm the sand to about 500–600°C. Later, fans push air through pipes…
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Gold vs Gold Jewellery Returns: Emotion vs Investment — What Builds Real Wealth?
When we talk about investing in gold, most Indian households don’t think of ETFs, sovereign bonds, or digital gold. They think of bangles, necklaces, and earrings — passed down generations, stored in lockers, and bought during weddings. But here’s the…
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India’s Renewable Energy in 2025: Capacity, Challenges, and Net Zero Progress
India’s clean energy journey is gaining serious momentum. In 2025, the country finds itself at a powerful crossroads — trying to balance booming energy demand, energy security, and climate responsibility. In this article we will take a deep, data-backed look…
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Gold vs Sensex: 25-Year Wealth Builder — What ₹1 Lakh Taught Us About Long-Term Wealth
If you had ₹1 lakh in 2000, where would you be richer today — in Gold or the Sensex?Over the past 25 years, both assets have told a fascinating story of India’s growth, global shocks, and investor sentiment. One shines…
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Sensex Returns vs INR Depreciation: 25 Years of Market Growth vs Currency Erosion
Two Indicators, One Nation’s Economic Journey Over the last 25 years, two financial indicators have silently shaped the wealth of millions of Indians: the Sensex, India’s benchmark stock market index, and the INR/USD exchange rate, a reflection of our currency’s…
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India vs Dollar: 25 Years of Currency Change and Global Comparison
Tracking the Fall of the Rupee – and What It Means From ₹43 to over ₹85 per dollar — in the last 25 years, the Indian Rupee has seen a steady slide against the US Dollar. But is this devaluation…
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PAN Card Statistics 2025: Age, Gender & Taxpayer Breakdown of India’s 80 Crore PAN Holders
The Permanent Account Number (PAN) is not just a 10-digit alphanumeric identity — it’s India’s foundational link between individuals, businesses, and the tax system. As of 31st March 2025, more than 80 crore PANs have been issued in India. But…
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India’s Gold Obsession by the Numbers: 14 Years, ₹37 Lakh Crore, and a Swiss Surprise
India’s love affair with gold isn’t just cultural—it’s financial. Over the last 14 financial years, the country has imported a staggering ₹37,08,920 crore worth of gold. That’s more than India’s total annual budget in 2024! Let us dive into a…
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Should You Consider Gold in the Long Run? A 42-Year Data Story of Price & CAGR in India
India’s fascination with gold isn’t just cultural — it’s economic. From weddings to investments, gold plays a central role in Indian households. But how much has gold grown in India? In 1983, it was just ₹1,858 per 10g. In 2025,…
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Why India Was Called the Golden Bird—Despite Low Gold Production
Uncovering the Cultural, Economic, and Hidden Wealth Behind “Sone Ki Chidiya” India has long been known as the “Sone Ki Chidiya” — the Golden Bird. But surprisingly, India has never been among the world’s top gold producers. So, if we…
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How Much Gold Does India Really Produce?
Gold holds a special place in India’s cultural and economic life. From temple donations to household jewellery, the country is renowned for its passion for this precious metal. However, most people don’t know that India produces very little gold domestically…
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Top Gold Reserve Holding Countries in 2025: Where Does India Stand?
Gold reserves have always been a symbol of economic stability and sovereign strength. In uncertain times, countries turn to gold as a hedge against inflation, currency volatility, and geopolitical risks. Every quarter, central banks report their gold holdings to global…
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India’s Gold Reserves (2000–2025): A Strategic Shift in National Wealth
Tracking India’s gold accumulation across governments and global events. Over the last two and a half decades, India’s gold reserves have undergone a remarkable transformation — from just 357 tonnes in 2000 to nearly 880 tonnes by early 2025. This…
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