farm bill 2020

Holistic agriculture policy key to ending agrarian distress

A solution to the agrarian crisis will come from an integrated policy that will link agriculture to various government departments working on rural development. Read more »
farmer bill 2020

Farmers protest: Market-friendly options for ensuring MSP

The MSP policy must ensure that procurement of paddy and wheat meets food security needs, and price deficiency payment for the remaining 21 crops. Read more »
Indian economy

Covid-19 and recovery: How India can achieve 10% GDP growth

Here are the positive movements that will drive growth after a dismal year that saw Covid-19 denting economic prospects. Read more »
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Fiat currencies vs crypto currencies: How they fare in addressing an uncertain future

Prices in fiat currency are determined by speculation, not by value calculated by intrinsic characters of irreplaceability and resource limitation. 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 »
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Why Narendra Modi govt must address farmers protest

The farmers feel threatened by the three new laws that, they fear, will end the minimum support price mechanism and demolish the mandi system. Read more »
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QE and other drugs: RBI must review liquidity enhancing measures

A combination of high inflation and low interest rates has given rise to negative real rates for savers which is not a welcome phenomenon. Read more »
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Do Q2 GDP growth numbers point to a smooth recovery?

Persisting inflationary pressure both from food and core prices poses further downside risk for the post Covid-19 economy. Read more »
India-UK FTA

A confident India must join RCEP, other trade blocs

Here's a list of initiatives to make India confident to take on the world and attract technology and capital. Read more »
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Masks can save the economy from Covid-19 impact

Economic activity and health outcomes are closely connected -- data show people will increase their mobility and spending if they feel safe. Read more »