innovation fund, R&D

Rs 1 trillion innovation fund can unlock India’s investment lag

The Budget allocation of Rs 1 trillion innovation fund can bridge the gap between R&D leaders as India is struggling with low spending and a weak patents regime. #R&D #innovation #Budget Read more »
PE-VC investment

Layoffs cast shadow on Big Tech’s booming profits

Soaring profits and stock prices meet plummeting job security, raising questions about the human cost of the Big Tech's innovation policies. #big tech #layoffs #AI Read more »
interim budget seeks to reduce fiscal deficit

Interim budget seeks to build bridges, empower citizens

Combining fiscal prudence with strategic investments, the interim budget seeks to create opportunities, enhance infrastructure, and promote social well-being. Read more »
Problems with contract farming

Protest to mutual gain: Reforms must factor in hidden costs of contract farming

Farmer protests exposed the flaws in contract farming system, highlighting the need for reforms that protect smallholder interests and foster sustainable practices. Read more »
Budget 2025 presented on February 1, 2024.

Budget 2025 bets on infrastructure, fiscal prudence

Revenue surge to fund growth of railways and roads; subsidies trimmed as Budget 2025 eyes long-term fiscal stability. Read more »
Budget 2025 presentation

Budget 2025 focuses on core groups, seeks sustainable growth

Despite election year compulsions, Budget 2025 throws up no surprise, prioritises long-term stability. Read more »
India's space sector

India’s space sector: Chandrayaan-3 fuels startup investment boom

Following Chandrayaan-3's historic moon landing, India's space sector startups have witnessed a significant surge in investments, signalling a new era of growth and innovation in the sector. #spacesector #startups #Chandrayaan Read more »
PMAY-U, Urban planning

PMAY-U successor to reimagine urban housing with flexibility, focus

PMAY-U laid the foundation, but the new scheme will address challenges like location, quality, and financing, redefining affordability in housing. #PMAY-U #housingforall Read more »
Indian economy, unequality

Indian economy embraces AI, but can it tackle inequality?

$7 trillion beckons, but Indian economy's success hinges on ensuring that marginalised communities are not left behind. #unequality #IndianEconomy #Budget2024 Read more »
green hydrogen market hots up

Green hydrogen faces reality check amid price rise, uncertainties

From buses sputtered out to homes on hold, early adopter stumbles reveal the true test for green hydrogen, posing questions on its future as a clean fuel. #greenhydrogen Read more »