India GDP growth slows

GDP growth slows amid monsoon hopes and fiscal fears

The GDP growth rate for the June quarter dipped to a five-quarter low of 6.7%, signalling a potential shift in #Indianeconomy's growth prospects. #gdp #gva Read more »
southwest monsoon 2024

Monsoon madness: India braces for heavy rainfall in September

The 2024 monsoon season has been a rollercoaster of extreme weather, with record-breaking rainfall and rare cyclone formations. Read more »
Swine flu

Swine flu strikes back: India faces H1N1 resurgence

As the monsoon season intensifies, Swine flu cases are soaring in India, raising concerns about the potential for a widespread H1N1 outbreak. #SwineFlu Read more »
SDG, Sustainable development finance

Air quality stripes show govt action makes a difference

The air quality stripes highlight the success stories of cities like London and Beijing, prodding policymakers to prioritise public health and environmental sustainability. Read more »
AI regulation

AI regulation: Govt readying comprehensive set of standards for applications

The government's efforts towards AI regulation have faced criticism for stifling innovation, as it seeks to strike a balance between technological advancement and societal protection. #AI #AIregulation Read more »
Unified Lending Interface (ULI)

Unified Lending Interface: India looks to unleash a lending revolution

The Unified Lending Interface (ULI) has the potential to revolutionise credit access for India's underserved populations. #ULI #UPI #UnifiedLendingInterface Read more »
US rate cut, Fed rate cut

Fed pivot: Implications of a US rate cut for emerging markets

While a US rate cut could provide relief for the country's economy, its impact on emerging markets needs to be assessed carefully. #Fed #ratecut #economy Read more »
Capital goods

Capital goods sector: From import dependence to export excellence

With a strategic focus on innovation, investment, and public-private partnerships, India can transform its capital goods sector into a global powerhouse. #capitalgoods #exports #policy Read more »
GIFT City, SEZ, industrial parks

Industrial parks: Govt must take lessons from its failed SEZ experiment

The government's ambitious plan to create 12 new industrial parks across India must address the shortcomings of the previous model to become a key driver of economic growth. #industrialparks #SEZs Read more »
e-commerce

E-commerce: India struggles to balance growth and fairness

Rise of e-commerce: The growing influence of online retail giants like Amazon and Flipkart poses a significant threat to the survival of small businesses across India. #Amazon #ecommerce #policy #industry #retail Read more »