Modi government's south Asia policy failures

Foreign policy: Troubled backyard is Modi government’s Achilles heel

The Narendra Modi government has some significant diplomatic victories to showcase, but it seems to have failed to make an impact in the immediate neighbourhood. Read more »
rupee

GDP growth: Can fiscal health keep up with rapid economic expansion

Despite its impressive GDP growth rates, India's high fiscal deficit and stagnant private investment raise concerns about long-term sustainability of the economic expansion. Read more »
Feminisation of agriculture in India is increasing

India witnessing feminisation of agriculture as tech empowers women farmers

Feminisation of agriculture intensifies as male workforce shrinks and women step in, defying stereotypes and driving a digital revolution on Indian farms. Read more »
green jobs

Funding fairness: Closing the climate finance gap for inclusive future

Inclusive climate finance recognises the unique vulnerabilities and strengths of marginalised groups, fostering local solutions and a more resilient future for all. Read more »
India rural demand slump

India needs to revive rural demand for sustainable growth

While there has been a rebound in urban spending, rural demand has stagnated with inflation, raising questions about the inclusivity of economic growth. Read more »
CBDC, e-Rupee

Big 3 hegemony: India must push for fair, transparent credit rating

India and other emerging markets must challenge the opaque criteria and geopolitical influences that distort the Big 3's credit rating assessments. Read more »
The India EFTA treaty is an important step for India

EFTA treaty booster shot for India’s $100 billion FDI target

The EFTA treaty prioritises clean energy, medical devices, and precision machinery as India seeks to leverage the new partner's technological prowess in these key sectors. Read more »
MSME funding

Unemployment figures hide widening job gap in South Asia

While global unemployment dips, South Asia grapples with declining labour force participation and widening job gap that put a generation at risk. Read more »
the global sustainability challemge

Nations race towards sustainability in an unequal world

Developed nations lead in framing environmental regulations, but developing countries struggle with limited resources to achieve sustainability. Read more »
Attack on the idea of India: A Decade of Social, Political and Economic Strife

How economic burden has shifted to India’s poor

An excerpt from the book 'Attack on the idea of India: A Decade of Social, Political and Economic Strife' by Prasanna Mohanty. Read more »