personal data protection by govts

Data protection: Govts step up regulation of data use by social media firms

As AI continues to evolve, its capacity to monitor and analyse our online behaviour is growing, raising concerns about the level of personal data protection. Read more »
India must embrace gender parity

Gender parity: India must reimagine NariShakti policies

Corporate India's performative embrace of gender parity masks systemic barriers that women face, highlighting the urgent need for policy interventions. #narishakti @ssmumbai Read more »
EVs

EVs vs hybrids: Can the electric vehicle market survive without subsidies?

As India races towards EV adoption, inconsistent policies and the lack of a robust charging infrastructure pose significant hurdles to the transition. #EVs #hybrid #Electricvehicles #sustainability Read more »
healthcare, senior citizen, Ayushman Bharat

Ayushman Bharat offers a lifeline for India’s senior citizens

With the expansion of coverage to senior citizens, Ayushman Bharat is becoming a crucial social safety net for millions of Indians. #AyushmanBharat #healthcare #seniorcitizen #BJP Read more »
M&A norms, CCI

CCI in action: India’s M&A regime gets a regulatory shakeup

The CCI has introduced sweeping changes to the Competition Act, seeking to better regulate M&As. #mergers #acquisitions #CCI Read more »
new IT policy

New national IT policy to provide blueprint for India’s digital future

The proposed new national IT policy seeks to drive India's digital transformation by addressing emerging challenges and opportunities. #ITpolicy Read more »
Remittance, UPI, LCR, digital payments

RBI’s LCR circular: A double-edged sword for digital banking

RBI's LCR circular has ignited concerns among banks, particularly the tech savvy ones reliant on internet and mobile banking. #bank #banking Read more »
PMAY-U must focus on sustainable homes

PMAY-U 2.0: Govt must focus on sustainable all-weather homes

By incorporating green building principles into PMAY-U, India can not only address housing needs but also contribute to climate mitigation and adaptation. #PMAY Read more »
MSMEs funding

MSMEs in for a bumpy ride with new machinery safety standards

While the new machinery safety standards are key to ensure product safety, they pose significant challenges for Indian manufacturers, especially MSMEs. #MSMEs #safety #machine Read more »
cess, healthcare, GST Council, health insurance

GST Council may waive levy on health insurance

GST Council on health insurance: The government is facing the dilemma over GST on health insurance as a large number of Indians struggle to meet huge healthcare expenses. #GST Read more »