e-commerce policy in india

India’s fledgling e-commerce industry needs a robust policy framework

A comprehensive e-Commerce policy will offer consistency, accountability, and clarity in government actions, helping stakeholders achieve objectives such as job creation, productivity improvement, and protection of consumer interests. Read more »
budget 2022 income tax

Budget 2021 scorecard: What is on offer for different sectors of the economy

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman shows good intentions in Budget 2021, but stops short of loosening the purse strings because of resource crunch. Read more »
IndiaN economy, $5 trillion economy

Budget 2021: Proposals to put Indian economy, industry back on track

Amid and overall economic downturn, here are the sectors that need special attention of finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman while preparing Budget 2021. Read more »
India's four labour codes

Targeted incentives can boost manufacturing sector, revive MSMEs

Improved ease of doing business ranking will help attract FDI, but the government should be beware of isolated incidents that tarnish India’s image. Read more »
India Ease of Doing Business

Why ease of doing business rankings are important

The importance of ease of doing business rankings has grown over the years as these have become key indicators for companies looking to invest. Read more »
India e-commerce policy

e-commerce policy must focus on investment, infrastructure

The government should stimulate investment flow all along the value chain, triggering higher productivity, efficiency and security. Read more »
India retail policy

India’s retail sector: Overcoming policy and structural challenges

The retail industry is undergoing a transition because of technological and policy changes as well as the entry of players like Reliance, Amazon, and Walmart. Read more »
digital public infrastructure, DPI

Drawing a line: Protection of personal data in a digitised world

Along with legal provisions to protect privacy, the government must introduce data protection in school syllabus to make internet secure for future generations. Read more »
Online entrepreneurship education

Industry-university partnership key to innovation, growth

The New Education Policy identifies lesser emphasis on research, and lack of research funding as the major problems faced by the higher education system. Read more »
labour shortage, migrant

Creating a world class capital goods industry in India

Investment in R&D, facilitating policy atmosphere, skill development, and supporting marketing mechanisms can foster growth in the capital goods sector. Read more »