banks high risk lending, NPAs

Risk and growth: Banks need to exercise caution amid global turmoil

Amidst concerns over risky lending, Indian banks need to prioritise long-term financial stability by focusing on retail lending and supporting medium-term projects. #banks #lending #NPAs Read more »
India Inc Q2 earnings

Flat earnings, rising optimism: Unpacking India Inc’s mixed Q2 performance

India Inc Q2 earnings: While the Indian economy continues to demonstrate resilience, corporate earnings have been subdued, reflecting the uneven impact of macroeconomic factors. #economy #corporateearnings #IndiaInc Read more »
Samsung worker protests

Labour strike at Samsung tests India’s manufacturing aspirations

The protest at Samsung's Tamil Nadu factory has exposed the sorry state of labour rights in India. #Samsung #labourlaws #workerprotest Read more »
edible oils mission

Edible oils mission seeks to end import dependence

The government's ambitious edible oils mission looks to revolutionise India's agricultural sector, ensuring food security and reducing vulnerability to global market fluctuations. #edibleoil #agriculture #agrireforms Read more »
Israel Iran conflict

Israel Iran conflict threatens to derail Indian economy’s onward march

The Israel Iran conflict poses economic risks to India, including rising oil prices, disrupted trade, and stock market volatility. #Israel #Iran #economy Read more »
private sector capital expenditure

Private sector capital expenditure fuelling economic growth

Private sector capital expenditure is finally picking up, signalling a positive shift in India's economic outlook. #privatecapex #economy #capex #infra Read more »
startup, STPI

STPI to take startup revolution beyond metro hubs

STPI's expansion into Tier-II and Tier-III cities aims at tapping into underutilised talent pools and decentralise the startup ecosystem. #startups #ITindustry Read more »
Microfinance, rural economy

Microfinance in India: Debt trap or a lifeline for the under-banked

The microfinance industry, once hailed as a beacon of financial inclusion, is now under scrutiny due to predatory lending practices. #Microfinance #industry #policy Read more »
India-US trade

India-US trade: Unlocking a $500bn potential amid challenges

With India-US trade nearing $200 billion, the two nations are poised to unlock even greater economic potential through strategic collaboration. #IndiaUStrade #trade #economy Read more »
air pollution and children's health

Air pollution: Need urgent action to protect children

Children are uniquely vulnerable to the harmful effects of air pollution, leading to severe health consequences and lifelong impacts. Read more »