US tariffs impact

US tariffs windfall masks looming crisis for world economy

Muted market relief hides the cost — 15‑20 % US tariffs disrupt supply chains, punish exporters and undercut the rules‑based trade order. Read more »
FDI in Indian banks

Credit-led growth: Indian banks must embrace global capital

Indian banks must shed risk aversion and embrace FDI, digital innovation, and ESG standards to fund the next phase of growth. #Banks #FDI #NPA Read more »
Gaza famine a moral crisis

Gaza famine: A moral failure of global leadership

History will indict today’s major powers for Gaza famine — for normalising collective punishment and blocking full‑scale relief. Read more »
FTA, customs

India’s FTA drive may dent customs revenue growth

As India cuts tariffs under FTAs, it must pivot to export-led growth and tax reform to cushion customs revenue losses. #Customs #revenue #FTA Read more »
inflation

RBI’s inflation targeting faces public perception gap

The RBI’s inflation targeting is challenged by a persistent gap between household perceptions and actual price trends. #RBI #inflation Read more »
GST reforms

GST 2.0: States push back seeking big-ticket reform

The tax regime is under strain as revenue concerns and trust deficits delay key decisions ahead of the August GST Council meet. #GST Read more »
FTA, Latin America

India eyes Latin America FTAs despite China risk

New Delhi cautiously negotiates Latin America FTAs to secure critical minerals and protect against third-country dumping. #FTA #LatinAmerica #India #trade Read more »
Income Tax Bill, 2025

Income Tax Bill: Start-ups may lose tax relief

In new Income Tax Bill, proposed changes to beneficial ownership tests could deny loss carry forwards for start-ups with complex funding structures. #Incometax #startups Read more »
EU AI Act

EU’s AI Act shows the way; India must move to playbooks

EU's AI Act ties duties to harm; India needs inventories, conformity checks and audit trails before algorithms decide loans, jobs or benefits. Read more »
The India–UK FTA signed

India-UK FTA sets the template for future trade deals

The India-UK FTA cuts tariffs on 99% of Indian exports, opens UK tenders and locks in mobility — setting a ready template for future trade deals. Read more »