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 »
Producer prices are rising, but stronger orders and better margins must support the case for a manufacturing revival. #manufacturing Read more »
NPS Central simplifies pension management, but irregular earnings and interrupted contributions still threaten retirement security. #NPS Read more »
India’s data centre incentives should require new clean power and fair grid funding, protecting households from higher electricity costs. #datacentre Read more »
India-New Zealand FTA widens trade and professional mobility while retaining farm safeguards and setting a private investment ambition. #India #NewZealand #FTA Read more »