India critical minerals mining

Critical minerals: India seeks independence amid global uncertainty

The government is looking to unlock domestic reserves of critical minerals, and forge strategic alliances in its quest for self-reliance. Read more »
highway development, infrastructure, capex

India’s highway development ambitions hit a speedbump in FY24

Despite economic challenges, India pushes ahead with its highway development plans, only to fall short of its ambitious targets. #highway #infrastructure Read more »
SEZ programme

India must rethink SEZ programme, embrace inclusive growth

Comprehensive reforms are needed as India confronts shortcomings of its SEZ programme in terms of land, jobs, and environment. #SEZ #landreforms Read more »
India's rural-urban divide

Rural-urban divide: Strategies to achieve inclusive growth, close employment gap

From productivity gaps to social barriers, the rural-urban divide impacts millions of people – but solutions do exist. Read more »
Japanese economy loses third spot to Germany

Japanese economy’s struggles expose systemic vulnerabilities

The Japanese economy, struggling against a recession and demographic challenges, has been pushed to the fourth position by Germany. Read more »
Indian pharma industry, generic drugs industry

India’s generic drugs industry needs a trade tune-up

Balancing affordability and innovation in the face of data exclusivity clauses becomes crucial for India's generic drugs industry. #pharma #R&D #EFTA #trade Read more »
WTO

WTO ministerial must mend the fractured trade order

With dispute settlement paralysed and trust shaken, the WTO ministerial must strive to forge global trade cooperation. #WTO #AbuDhabi #globaltrade Read more »
real estate, insolvency and bankruptcy

IBBI seeks to fix India’s real estate insolvency woes

While the new real estate insolvency norms offer hope, there is a need to find solutions for troubled unfinished projects. Read more »
climate change and union budget

Upcoming Budget must focus on climate change resilience

The interim budget prioritises mitigation, but India cannot neglect adaptation in the face of rising climate change risks. Read more »
unemployment rate is not a nuanced policy tool

Urban unemployment data mask gender gap, quality of work

Beyond five-year low urban unemployment numbers lies a tale of uneven progress, where women struggle, gig work flourishes. #NSO #unemployment #PLFS #employmentdata Read more »