India-ASEAN FTA

India-ASEAN FTA: India seeks to revisit single tariff schedule

A wider negotiation strategy that looks beyond tariffs is needed to address non-transparent regulations and complex product certifications of India-ASEAN FTA. #ASEAN #FTA #trade Read more »
food inflation, repo rate

Repo rate dilemma: Why RBI cannot ignore rising food, metal prices

Soaring food prices and industrial metal costs threaten to derail India's inflation fight, and force RBI to reconsider its repo rate policy stance. #inflation #MPCmeet Read more »
Low labour productivity in India

Labour productivity decline across sectors threatens economic growth

A skills gap and lack of investment in technology are the major factors behind low labour productivity in India's industrial sectors. Read more »
Karnataka bill

Karnataka bill for job quotas can open up a can of worms

Karnataka Bill: The proposed reservation for Kannadigas in private jobs sparks controversy, pitting job creation against local opportunities. #KarnatakaBill Read more »
infrastructure bonds, infra funding

PSU banks bet big on infrastructure bonds to bridge funding gap

While infrastructure bonds offer some relief to PSU banks, the long-term viability of infra projects remains a concern. #infrastructure #banking #bonds #PSU Read more »
global economy

Global economy faces choppy waters, India remains buoyant

While the IMF predicts a balanced outlook for global economy, India remains a bright spot, supported by a resilient domestic market. #Indianeconomy #IMF Read more »
EVs

Hybrids vs EVs: A glimmer of green or a roadblock to electrification?

While global trends show a shift towards EVs, Indian states are still struggling to balance immediate emission cuts and long-term EV adoption. #EVs #Hybrid #automobile Read more »
critical minerals

India to boost critical minerals mining for clean energy security

Despite a previous auction flop, India hopes larger minefields will entice companies and reduce reliance on critical minerals imports. #criticalminerals #mining Read more »
RBI dividend, repo rate, RBI MPC

RBI to put repo rate cut on hold amid uncertainties, soaring food prices

Despite market anticipation about an impending repo rate cut, the RBI remains cautious due to uncertain weather conditions and high food prices. #RBI #reporate Read more »
MSP, farmer

MSP expansion: Lifeline for farmers or a fiscal burden?

The government is expected to expand MSP benefits to pulses and oilseeds in the upcoming budget, in a bid to strengthen food security. #MSP #farmer #policy #Budget Read more »