The UPI MDR changes the economics of higher-value digital transactions, but most merchant payments will remain free. #UPI #MDR Read more »
Food, energy and manufacturing prices are rising together, forcing the RBI to judge whether India’s inflation shock is becoming persistent. #food #inflation Read more »
India needs civil services reform that changes devolution, expertise, transfers and accountability, rather than relying mainly on training. #civilservices #IAS #reforms Read more »
BRICS must build diversified supply chains and payment systems without exchanging Western dependence for reliance on China. #BRICS Read more »
The Eighth Pay Commission should redesign pay, hiring and pensions while protecting fiscal space and improving government capability. #Eighth Pay Commission Read more »
Ukrainian war and Russian attacks on ports and cargo ships are cutting Black Sea grain exports and raising risks for vulnerable food-importing countries. #Ukraine Read more »
Western freight corridor is complete, but lower logistics costs will depend on tariffs, terminals, reliability and better multimodal links. #railways Read more »
India’s proposed FSSAI warning labels could change how packaged foods disclose high sugar, salt and fat to consumers. #FSSAI #foodsafety Read more »
A strong domestic market has helped the steel industry build scale, but global competitiveness will decide the sector’s next phase. Read more »
BRICS trade has surged to $1.17 trillion, but tariffs, industrial policy and China’s economic weight limit deeper integration. #BRICS Read more »