The government has issued guidelines regarding special assistance to states for capital investment for the financial year 2023-24. This initiative aims to boost infrastructure development and economic growth at the state level by providing financial support for projects that create new infrastructure and enhance existing facilities. The assistance will likely focus on priority sectors and...
Administrative data is becoming more important in today’s governance framework. This document discusses statistical challenges in administrative data, aiming to stimulate public discourse on its uses and vitalize stakeholders in analysis. It also covers the growing volume of data generated by administrative ministries and state governments, addressing biases. Key challenges in using...
International statistical classifications provide a framework for organizing and comparing data across different domains. These classifications are used in various fields, including demographic and social statistics, economic statistics, and environmental statistics. They are based on internationally agreed concepts, definitions, and principles and are designed to improve the consistency and...
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) plays a crucial role in India’s statistical system, aiming for accuracy and accessibility. Key highlights from the year include its contributions to National Accounts, with GDP growth estimated at 6.4% for 2024-25, and revisions to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) to better reflect economic realities. The ministry is also working...
The National Statistics Office (NSO) conducted its inaugural Forward-Looking Survey on Private Corporate Sector Capex Investment Intentions, spanning from November 2024 to January 2025. The survey, designed to gather data on capital expenditures from private corporate entities, analyzes trends from the preceding three years (2021-22, 2022-23, and 2023-24) alongside projections for the current...
The service sector is a key driver of the Indian economy. The Annual Survey of Services Sector Enterprises (ASSSE) aims to develop a comprehensive database for the incorporated service sector of the country. A pilot study on ASSSE was conducted to examine the suitability of using the Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) database as a sampling frame. Data was collected from enterprises on their...
India’s Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), United Nations (UN), and the National Institution for Transforming India (NITI) Aayog have signed a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance collaboration towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in India. The MoU aims to provide a framework for cooperation, enhance data quality, and...
This document provides a comprehensive overview of key aspects of the Indian economy, including consumer price indices, industrial production, energy statistics, economic census, gender statistics and public grievances. It also sheds light on data dissemination, methodology for GDP estimation, and various types of administrative data and their integration into statistical processes. These...
The Ninety-Second Annual Report of the Indian Statistical Institute for the year 2023-2024 presents a statement of accounts and the auditor’s report. Financial statements, including the balance sheet and income and expenditure account, reveal details about the institute’s financial position and performance. An independent auditor’s report offers a qualified opinion, citing...
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation’s (MoSPI) annual report showcases key achievements and initiatives in the year 2024-25. The Ministry’s efforts in improving data accessibility and quality, promoting digital transformation, and fostering international collaboration are highlighted. Key statistical releases, methodological improvements, and the promotion of...