Steel industry

Steel industry under siege: Why India must raise import duties

As India faces a surge in cheaper imports, a robust policy response is vital for safeguarding the domestic steel industry and sustaining economic growth. #Steel #imports #China #Tariffs Read more »
American hegemony

End of American hegemony: Can the superpower reinvent power for the 21st century

While the US’ military and market dominance continues, rising global competition and internal divisions signal the waning of American hegemony. #AmericanHegemony #Superpower #US Read more »
India needs a vibrant social security system.

Budget 2025-26: The blueprint for a resilient social security framework

As India prepares Union Budget 2025-26, the focus must shift from populism to building an inclusive, equitable, and sustainable social security net for all citizens. #Budget2025 #socialsecurity Read more »
air pollution

Air pollution: Can Delhi reclaim its right to clean air

As Delhi battles its annual smog crisis, a mix of systemic inefficiencies and policy gaps necessitates transformative action to tackle air pollution. #airpollution #Delhi Read more »
GST

GST Council introduces complexities in its quest for simplicity

As the GST Council struggles with reforms, India’s tax system risks becoming a labyrinth, highlighting the need for a streamlined and equitable regime. #GST #popcorn Read more »
China economy, trade war

Trade war 2.0: Can China’s economy weather the perfect storm

Trade war: Facing the US tariffs and internal weaknesses, the prospects of sustained growth of China's economy look increasingly precarious. #China #economy #tradewar Read more »
Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles

Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles: Redefining the future of transportation

Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles are poised to overcome infrastructure challenges and drive the clean energy revolution. #Hydrogen Read more »
state finances, subsidies

State finances: Addressing the fiscal challenge posed by subsidies

State finances can be improved by redirecting subsidies to critical sectors like infrastructure, health and education. #statefinances #subsidies #RBI Read more »
Trump 2.0, India-US trade

Trump 2.0: India must prepare for a global trade shake-up

Trump 2.0 will see the President reasserting his vision for fair trade, and nations must brace for a volatile economic order shaped by transactional diplomacy. #Trump2.0 #IndiaUS #trade Read more »
SC removes credit card interest rates cap

A case for regulating credit card interest rates

As credit card interest rates set to soar post-Supreme Court ruling, systemic reforms are vital to protect vulnerable consumers from financial exploitation. Read more »