While the employment numbers are encouraging, the participation of women in the workforce remains dismal when compared to their male counterparts. Read more »
As development the green hydrogen industry is facing several uncertainties, the governments need to set up regulatory bodies and help develop clean fuel markets. Read more »
More state governments set to join the chorus for bringing back the old pension scheme, even at the cost of financial ruin. Read more »
The India-Australia FTA will lead to the Asian partner’s entry into RCEP, the mega Asia Pacific trade bloc with 14 members. Read more »
Vikram S launch highlights the close collaboration between ISRO and private players in India’s space industry. Read more »
A debate over the contributors and beneficiaries of the proposed loss and damage fund could derail its formation despite support at UN climate change summit. Read more »
More POCSO courts need to be set up, and the appointment of trained special public prosecutors for child abuse cases must be speeded up. Read more »
While the G20 has maintained a tough stance on the ensuing Russian invasion of Ukraine, the problems within the forum run too deep for the countries to make any significant dent on... Read more »
Fears of a global recession and uncertainties over commodity prices may force RBI to continue with interest rate hikes, but easing of inflation offers respite. Read more »
Some large economies such as China and India may manage to avoid a hard landing, while some others like the US may escape with a mild recession. Read more »