India poverty rate

World Bank’s India poverty numbers rest on questionable statistics

India's poverty rate has fallen sharply, but gaps in household consumption data complicate the World Bank's findings. Read more »
Container manufacturing

Container manufacturing needs more than a ₹10,000 crore scheme

India's container manufacturing push must address production costs, quality and logistics inefficiencies to build a sustainable industry. #containers #shipping Read more »
Real estate investment

Real estate investment falls as housing costs rise

India's real estate investment fell 31% in 2026 as domestic capital gained ground and affordable housing remained scarce. #realestate Read more »
Insurance penetration

Insurance penetration reflects India’s household risks

India's insurance penetration is just 3.7%, and IRDAI must measure how effectively policies protect households from financial shocks. #insurance Read more »
Retail derivatives market

Retail derivatives market needs stronger investor safeguards

India's derivatives market recorded ₹91,685 crore in retail losses in FY26, prompting questions about investor protection and regulation. #derivatives Read more »
Bundelkhand's

Bundelkhand’s industrial ambitions face a jobs challenge

Uttar Pradesh's Bundelkhand investment drive promises industrial growth, but water scarcity and skills shortages could limit local benefits. #Bundelkhand Read more »
core sector growth

Core sector growth conceals weakness in key industries

India's core sector grew 7.9% in September, but falling oil, gas and fertiliser production exposes growing dependence on imports. #coresector Read more »
Coal shortage

Coal shortage calls for a delivery first policy

India’s coal shortage calls for reliable plant deliveries, adequate reserves and better planning for evening electricity demand. #coalshortage #electricity Read more »
Rupee oil payments

Rupee oil payments need willing sellers

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 gig workers

India’s gig workers need a pension system that works

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 »