Russia crude oil exports

Crude prices: Impact of output cut by OPEC+ on India, world

Though the impact of the output cut on crude supplies wouldn’t be much, there are other factors at play that would fuel a rise in global crude prices. Read more »
work from home, WFH

End of work from home will upset inclusive hiring, work-life balance

The companies that continue with work from home option are witnessing better attendance, lower absenteeism, and lower expenses compared with pre-pandemic days. Read more »
ICT skills gap in digital india

India looks to unleash its services exports potential

Enhanced digitisation and mutual recognition agreements can help India achieve its services exports targets. Read more »
inequality and poverty in india

Rural distress: MGNREGA, PLFS numbers spell trouble

While rising employment rate is considered a good sign, most of the gains are from women and children joining the workforce to support families amid a rural distress. Read more »
Tamil Nadu made substantial social sector progress.

Tamil Nadu: Socioeconomic progress fueled by welfare politics

The brilliant track record of the Tamil Nadu economy fades in front of its achievements in education, healthcare and poverty eradication. Read more »
BRICS expansion

Explained: BRICS reserve currency plan faces heavy odds

BRICS nations had initiated talks to create a reserve currency earlier also, but the move fizzled out due to more pressing national and international matters. Read more »
India abortion laws

Abortion laws take a progressive turn, but challenges remain

The stigma associated with sexual relations and pregnancy before marriage may negate India’s advantage of having progressive abortion laws. Read more »
tech imports

Electronics industry: Policy choices for manufacturing success

Sacrificing domestic electronics industry for short-term export gains based on import-dependent assembly is perilous for India’s technological sovereignty. Read more »
IMF external sector report

Indian electronics industry: Learnings from 25 years of globalisation

Policymakers must continue efforts to improve the design and implementation of policies to increase domestic value addition by electronics industry. Read more »
green hydrogen strategy for Indiasupply mismatch

Hype vs Reality: Green hydrogen capacity in 2030 may fall short

Only 4% of the green hydrogen projects have been finalised as the sector is plagued by uncertainties about future demand, regulatory frameworks and delivery infrastructure. Read more »