MSME sector

India’s MSME sector: A crucible of challenges and resilience

Despite facing a multitude of challenges, India's MSME sector remains a vital pillar of the economy, contributing significantly to GDP and employment. #MSMEs #industry #GDP Read more »
TNFD impact on nature

TNFD: Unveiling economic and environmental benefits of biodiversity

#TNFD provides a roadmap for businesses to understand, manage, and disclose their impact on #biodiversity. #climatechange #esg #globalwarming Read more »
Kerala's NCD burden

Kerala’s NCD burden calls for social determinants of health approach

Kerala's famed #publichealth system is crumbling under the weight of non-communicable diseases, highlighting the need for a comprehensive approach to addressing the #NCD epidemic. #keralamodel Read more »
New Broadcasting Bill

New Broadcasting Bill sparks concerns over artistic freedom, govt control

It is feared that the New Broadcasting Bill, if enacted, could hinder creative expression and restrict freedom of speech by prioritising regulation over public interest. Read more »
The Google antitrust case

Google antitrust case: A battle for the soul of the internet

The Google antitrust case highlights the need for stricter regulation of Big Tech companies that follow monopolistic practices and stifle competition. Read more »
Indian middle class

Social security in India: The fragile shield faces growing economic challenges

The decline in the coverage of social security in India reflects a deterioration in job quality and a reduction in jobs offering benefits. #socialsecurity Read more »
Fighting gender inequality in India

Gender inequality: Education can break the vicious circle

Educational interventions can play a vital role in reducing gender inequality by challenging and changing deeply entrenched gender norms and attitudes. Read more »
IPEF and the global economy

India’s IPEF dilemma: Balancing domestic priorities, global commitments

India's participation in the #IPEF signals its growing role as a regional economic power, but it must safeguard its domestic priorities while making global commitments. #worldtrade #wto #g20 Read more »
Support for road traffic victims

Road traffic victims deserve swift and fair compensation

The needs of road traffic victims extend beyond financial compensation, and include physical and mental healthcare as well as legal support. #roadaccidents #WDoR Read more »
Takeaways from the Biden-Xi summit

Biden-Xi summit: Strategic and economic implications

The critical takeaways of the Biden-Xi summit came from the strategic military, economic, and technological dialogues that are defining the future course of the global economy. Read more »