g20

G20 divided on Ukraine, but pledges coordination on food crisis, inflation

While the G20 has maintained a tough stance on the ensuing Russian invasion of Ukraine, the problems within the forum run too deep for the countries to make any significant dent on... Read more »
interest rate hikes, inflation

Inflation cools, but RBI may continue with interest rate hikes

Fears of a global recession and uncertainties over commodity prices may force RBI to continue with interest rate hikes, but easing of inflation offers respite. Read more »
eurozone facing recession threat

UK, Europe may slip into recession, US may avoid the fate

Some large economies such as China and India may manage to avoid a hard landing, while some others like the US may escape with a mild recession. Read more »
demographic dividend through quality education

Brain drain: India may be losing top talent as students flock to study abroad

Brain Drain: Indian students in foreign universities tend to stay back after completing their courses as foreign education prepares them for better jobs opportunities available in developed countries. Read more »
RCEP vs WTO

India-EU FTA: New Delhi banking on bilateral trade pacts

Issues related to investment and trade in goods to dominate India-EU FTA talks scheduled for November. Read more »
huge metaverse marketing opportunity

What is metaverse marketing? Why it is important?

The metaverse marketing opportunity is expected to grow at a CAGR of 37.1% to $758.6 Billion in 2026. It offers a huge opportunity to India, a reservoir of creative and IT talent. Read more »
INSURANCE, IRDAI

Rising debt of state governments threatens to derail troubled Indian economy

At a time when the Union government is struggling to contain its fiscal deficit, rising debt burden of state governments may spell disaster for the Indian economy. Read more »
Pulapre Balakrishnan’s book India's Economy from Nehru to Modi: A brief history

India’s economy from Nehru to Modi – a conversation with Pulapre Balakrishnan

Pulapre Balakrishnan’s book 'India's Economy from Nehru to Modi: A brief history' traces the evolution of economic thought under the country's prime ministers. Read more »
Russian Crude, crude oil

Russian crude: India may disregard US ire for cheap oil

The state-run oil refiners are keeping their options open on Russian crude as they apprehend the possibility of most of West Asian crude going to meet European demand. Read more »
tourism industry

Tourism industry stages recovery, but challenges persist

The government must support the tourism industry that contributes 7% of the GDP through policies and incentives to businesses and consumers. Read more »