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Thursday, March 26, 2026
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Topic: CBDC

Rising interest but only medium-term targets — why central banks are going slow on digital currencies

A Bank for International Settlements survey shows that, compared to last yr, world economies seems more likely to issue Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) in medium term than short term.

RBI wants to scale up e-rupee via UPI. Why target of 1 mn transactions a day could be ‘far-fetched’

RBI piloted Central Bank Digital Currency, or e-rupee, last November and now hopes to ramp up its use through UPI. But experts say lack of awareness and adoption are obstacles.

UPI powers India’s digital transactions. RBI’s eRupee is compelling but must argue retail use

Could the eRupee piggyback as a key piece of the larger 'digital stack'? RBI's concept note gives a direction, but there are concerns that must be addressed.

RBI is going crypto with digital rupee — but not Bitcoin, Ether way

CBDCs are issued by central banks, making them very different from Bitcoin or Ether. Pegged on a 1:1 basis to the rupee, it will be a safer option.

What you must know about India’s digital currency and how it differs from Bitcoin

With the rising rate of cryptocurrency adoption worldwide, many countries like India have started to test the waters of digital currency by launching their own Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). But how does it work?

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India’s economic data needs to include culture. NSS needs an upgrade

The NSS tradition already recognises that economic life is socially differentiated, but it misses a crucial layer: who holds power within households? Who controls income?

India’s strategic oil reserves tell a tale of structural constraints & stalled expansion. Here’s why

India’s oil reserves, which can last just 74-75 days, are much less than other major economies. Japan, for instance, holds reserves for 254 days.

India-Japan to finalise deal to co-develop & co-produce UNICORN mast ‘soon’, says Japanese envoy

The countries signed a memorandum for co-development of UNICORN masts in November 2024. India has been second Asian nation to have such an agreement with Tokyo, after Philippines.

The Vishwaguru delusion, mine vs yours, is ruining our view of the world

One side thinks India is punching way above its weight. The other thinks Modi has undermined India and it punches below its strength. Both are wrong.