SEZ programme

India must rethink SEZ programme, embrace inclusive growth

Comprehensive reforms are needed as India confronts shortcomings of its SEZ programme in terms of land, jobs, and environment. #SEZ #landreforms Read more »
India's rural-urban divide

Rural-urban divide: Strategies to achieve inclusive growth, close employment gap

From productivity gaps to social barriers, the rural-urban divide impacts millions of people – but solutions do exist. Read more »
Japanese economy loses third spot to Germany

Japanese economy’s struggles expose systemic vulnerabilities

The Japanese economy, struggling against a recession and demographic challenges, has been pushed to the fourth position by Germany. Read more »
Indian pharma industry, generic drugs industry

India’s generic drugs industry needs a trade tune-up

Balancing affordability and innovation in the face of data exclusivity clauses becomes crucial for India's generic drugs industry. #pharma #R&D #EFTA #trade Read more »
WTO

WTO ministerial must mend the fractured trade order

With dispute settlement paralysed and trust shaken, the WTO ministerial must strive to forge global trade cooperation. #WTO #AbuDhabi #globaltrade Read more »
real estate, insolvency and bankruptcy

IBBI seeks to fix India’s real estate insolvency woes

While the new real estate insolvency norms offer hope, there is a need to find solutions for troubled unfinished projects. Read more »
unemployment rate is not a nuanced policy tool

Urban unemployment data mask gender gap, quality of work

Beyond five-year low urban unemployment numbers lies a tale of uneven progress, where women struggle, gig work flourishes. #NSO #unemployment #PLFS #employmentdata Read more »
FAME II, EVs, India, sustainability, EMPS

EVs vs hydrogen vehicles: Can both ride off into the sunset?

EVs seem to enjoy a lead, but hydrogen-powered vehicles may hold the key to long-haul journeys. #EVs #hydrogenvehicle Read more »
Big tech, Digital Competition Bill, fintech

Can the Digital Competition Bill tackle Big Tech’s market dominance

Digital Competition Bill: Pre-emptive regulations and data sharing clauses may help India strike a balance between fostering innovation and curbing Big Tech monopoly in digital marketplace. #Bigtech #DigitalCompetitionBill Read more »
evergrande, China plus one, economy, Chinese economy

China plus one: Can India catch up with dynamic Vietnam?

Companies hedge bets with Vietnam, India, and Mexico under China plus one policy as they seek to de-risk supply chains. #ChinaplusOne #Vietnam #India Read more »