cess, rupee, tax devolution

Education and health cess utilisation must undergo social audit

India boasts world-class healthcare and education institutions, but these sectors remain fund-starved despite an education and health cess intended to bridge the funding gap. #healthcare #cess Read more »
GST overhaul planned

GST to get a makeover as govt looks to limit damage

The GST system is in for a makeover, but significant hurdles remain in achieving a truly simple and efficient tax regime. #GST #reforms #tax Read more »
India's internship programme

Internship programme: A game changer or a risky gamble?

FM Nirmala Sitharaman's ambitious plan to partner with India's top 500 companies for an internship programme raises both hopes and questions about feasibility. Read more »
Budget 2024 focus on skills, jobs

Budget 2024 looks to tackle skill gap, unemployment

Budget 2024 has introduced several key initiatives to tackle unemployment, enhance skill training, and provide financial support to future workforce. Read more »
farm sector woes

Explained: India’s rice export curbs amid global challenges

India's rice export restrictions and policy innovations strive to balance domestic food security needs with its role in global humanitarian efforts. Read more »
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 »
Drunk driving

Drunk driving: Law must address the overlap between legal driving, drinking age

Lower BAC levels and stricter enforcement are just one piece of the puzzle; robust data and education are crucial to prevent drunk driving. 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 »
US-China tech rivalry, AI

India must lead the charge towards equitable AI

To unlock AI's full potential, India must bridge the data divide and champion diverse perspectives in AI development. #AI #artificialintelligence 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 »