India needs a vibrant social security system.

Budget 2025-26: The blueprint for a resilient social security framework

As India prepares Union Budget 2025-26, the focus must shift from populism to building an inclusive, equitable, and sustainable social security net for all citizens. #Budget2025 #socialsecurity Read more »
air pollution

Air pollution: Can Delhi reclaim its right to clean air

As Delhi battles its annual smog crisis, a mix of systemic inefficiencies and policy gaps necessitates transformative action to tackle air pollution. #airpollution #Delhi Read more »
GST

GST Council introduces complexities in its quest for simplicity

As the GST Council struggles with reforms, India’s tax system risks becoming a labyrinth, highlighting the need for a streamlined and equitable regime. #GST #popcorn Read more »
China economy, trade war

Trade war 2.0: Can China’s economy weather the perfect storm

Trade war: Facing the US tariffs and internal weaknesses, the prospects of sustained growth of China's economy look increasingly precarious. #China #economy #tradewar Read more »
cryptocurrency vs real money

Why cryptocurrency will never replace real money: The open secrets no one’s talking about

Donald Trump’s promise to champion cryptocurrencies sparks market euphoria, but the volatile assets remain far from replacing fiat currencies. #cryptocurrency @ssmumbai Read more »
Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles

Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles: Redefining the future of transportation

Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles are poised to overcome infrastructure challenges and drive the clean energy revolution. #Hydrogen Read more »
state finances, subsidies

State finances: Addressing the fiscal challenge posed by subsidies

State finances can be improved by redirecting subsidies to critical sectors like infrastructure, health and education. #statefinances #subsidies #RBI Read more »
Trump 2.0, India-US trade

Trump 2.0: India must prepare for a global trade shake-up

Trump 2.0 will see the President reasserting his vision for fair trade, and nations must brace for a volatile economic order shaped by transactional diplomacy. #Trump2.0 #IndiaUS #trade Read more »
SC removes credit card interest rates cap

A case for regulating credit card interest rates

As credit card interest rates set to soar post-Supreme Court ruling, systemic reforms are vital to protect vulnerable consumers from financial exploitation. Read more »
defence procurement through open tenders

Defence procurement: India eyes resilience through strategic purchases

India’s shifts to open tenders and global partnerships for defence procurement, marking a decisive move towards building a resilient ecosystem. Read more »