The finance minister may be tempted to introduce a coronavirus cess in Budget 2021, but it will do more harm than good at present. Read more »
The government launched the PLI scheme to make Indian manufacturers globally competitive by creating economies of scale and making India a part of the global value chains. Read more »
There is no reason why the residents of 100 smart cities should receive facilities as they are being extended to just about 30% of the country’s population. Read more »
The popularity of fantasy sports has been pivotal in increasing sports viewership and can be a growth driver for the Indian economy. Read more »
The revival in the economy is backed by a 5.8% increase in government consumption expenditure. Read more »
There is no harm in giving multiple options to farmers, but local markets are the only option for small and marginal farmers. Read more »
The farmers feel threatened by the three new laws that, they fear, will end the minimum support price mechanism and demolish the mandi system. Read more »
To become a manufacturing hub, India must create clusters that manufacture specialised goods and become a part of the global supply chain. Read more »
Demography, health infrastructure, job creation, digital preparedness and local self-governments will determine the pace of recovery by states. Read more »
The exposure and impact would be huge if the underlying index declines as it is in the derivative segment. Read more »