digital public infrastructure, DPI

Digital Personal Data Protection Bill gets Cabinet nod amid privacy concerns

The controversial Digital Personal Data Protection Bill proposes stiff penalties on individuals and companies failing to prevent data breaches, while giving the government a long rope. #personaldataprotectionbill #privacy Read more »
CAPital expenditure, corporate debt

Corporate debt: Indian firms raise capital expenditure

While high corporate debt levels in India reflect the confidence of companies, it can also pose risks amid a global economic downturn. #capex #economy #recession #infrastructure #growth #GDP Read more »
energy transition, clean energy

Energy transition: India’s innovative policies script a global success story

India has made significant strides in energy transition, standing out as the sole major economy driving sustainable energy adoption. #cleanenergy #climatechange #environment Read more »
NRF, National research foundation,

National Research Foundation seeks to democratise science, foster innovation

The government must walk the talk on National Research Foundation to promote scientific research, bridge funding gaps, and revolutionise the research landscape. #NationalResearchFoundation #NRF #education Read more »
VC, startups,

India’s startups ecosystem slows amid funding, policy challenges

India's thriving startup ecosystem seems to be losing steam as funding challenges persist, and regulatory hurdles dampen confidence. #unicorn #startups Read more »
exports, MSME, recession

MSMEs struggle as economic crisis grips major export markets

With major markets facing an economic downturn, India's MSME sector is bracing for a bumpy ride amid working capital problems, inventory pile-ups, and diminished demand. #MSME #industry #Indianews #exports #economy Read more »
green HYDROGEN

Why green hydrogen may not work for India in short term

India faces significant challenges in green hydrogen adoption in the short-term, and needs to invest in stabilising the grid power and increasing the share of renewables. #greenhydrogen #globalwarming #climatechange Read more »
wilful defaulters

India’s banks in a bind over tax on outward remittances

Indian banks are gearing up for new regulations as RBI imposes a 20% tax on international card spending and outward remittances. #outwardremittances #tax #indianews Read more »
online gaming

Blind alley: Online gaming industry faces regulatory maze

The government's efforts to regulate online gaming industry seek to strike the right balance between user protection and industry growth. #onlinegaming #indianews #gambling Read more »
insurance, IRDAI, industry facing tech disruption

Insurance sector: IRDAI expands product range, investment choices for consumers

Insurance sector regulator IRDAI's groundbreaking reforms empower companies to offer bundled products, and provide customers with enhanced investment opportunities. #insurance #IRDAI Read more »