India's insurance penetration is just 3.7%, and IRDAI must measure how effectively policies protect households from financial shocks. #insurance Read more »
India's derivatives market recorded ₹91,685 crore in retail losses in FY26, prompting questions about investor protection and regulation. #derivatives Read more »
Uttar Pradesh's Bundelkhand investment drive promises industrial growth, but water scarcity and skills shortages could limit local benefits. #Bundelkhand Read more »
India's core sector grew 7.9% in September, but falling oil, gas and fertiliser production exposes growing dependence on imports. #coresector Read more »
India’s coal shortage calls for reliable plant deliveries, adequate reserves and better planning for evening electricity demand. #coalshortage #electricity Read more »
India can expand rupee oil payments for crude imports where banking costs, exchange-rate risks and suppliers’ needs make it worthwhile. #rupee #oil Read more »
India’s Social Security Code recognises gig workers, but providing retirement income to people with irregular earnings will require a new approach to contributions and funding. #gigworker Read more »
India's growing household debt raises concerns over the impact of RBI rate hikes on consumption, savings and loan repayments. #RBI Read more »
The rapid growth of gold loans raises concerns about household financial resilience, particularly when borrowers pledge jewellery to repay existing debt. #gold #loans Read more »
India has expanded higher education access, but faculty shortages, inadequate research funding, skill gaps and examination irregularities threaten to undermine the gains. #highereducation Read more »