European recession

Energy crisis may trigger European recession, unrest

The Russia-Ukraine war may lead to a European recession that threatens to destroy Europe’s industrial prowess and high living standards. Read more »
Human development index

India slips on Human Development Index as Covid-19, Ukraine crisis weigh

India slipped to 132nd position in 2022 on the Human Development Index (HDI) from 130th with the country falling behind the global average on all four indices. Read more »
rupee

Indian economy crosses another milestone, but worries linger

Lacklustre GDP, inflation numbers mar the celebrations as Indian economy pips the UK to become the fifth largest. Read more »
Monsoon, agriculture

Deficient monsoon threatens to derail farm output, consumer demand

A fall in the output of paddy, maize, and pulses due to below normal monsoon may fuel inflation and cripple consumer demand during the festive season. Read more »
solar energy

Shift to renewables will cut cost of farming, strengthen food security

A swift shift towards renewables will help India meet its energy requirements in a cost-effective way and will strengthen food security. Read more »
Indian railways, Budget 2023 and urban infrastructure

Indian economy not out of the woods yet, despite green shoots

Pickup in GST collections and consumer spending no solace for Indian economy which is suffering from high inflation, lacklustre monsoon rains, and global uncertainties. Read more »
The rupee free fall

GDP growth: Indian economy faces global headwinds

The GDP growth rate in the April-June quarter was the highest in a year, helped by a revival in domestic demand and a favourable base effect. Read more »
Ageing Indian society

Ageing India must build a foolproof social security net

Ageing India will a need strong social security net, knitted around better healthcare facilities and welfare schemes for the future. Read more »
FOOD GRAIN, WHEAT EXPORTS, WHEAT, FOOD

Global warming will fuel wheat price spiral, hit yield in India

Global wheat prices may increase if average global temperature rises by 2 degrees Celsius as yield in South Asia and Africa could decline by up to 15%. Read more »
European recession

German economy wages a losing war on inflation amid recession fears

A disruption in global trade and deficient rainfall weaken the German economy’s war on inflation and an imminent recession. Read more »