Kerala economy

Can Kerala balance social spending and fiscal goals

While Kerala has performed well in terms of social development indicators, the state's high welfare spending may have contributed to the current fiscal crisis. #Kerala Read more »
infrastructure

Crumbling infrastructure threatens India’s economic growth

From an airport roof collapse to bridges being washed away, India's infrastructure woes are a growing threat to its economic ambitions. #infrastructure Read more »
Unified Lending Interface (ULI)

India’s informal sector shows signs of life after Covid-19, DeMo hiccup

The pandemic wasn't the only blow: Policy changes like demonetisation are seen as contributing to the informal sector's stagnation. #demonetisation Read more »
global economy

India-UK FTA poised for take-off, but concerns linger

The Labour Party's ascent to power necessitates adjustments to the India-UK FTA, but both sides remain committed to the deal. Read more »
Chinese economy growth strategy

Shifting gears: Chinese economy embraces a new growth model

Chinese economy positions itself for long-term growth despite domestic challenges and global uncertainties. Read more »
water crisis, National

Drought and debt: Water crisis threatens India’s economic growth

India faces a looming water crisis that could cripple its economic development and trigger social unrest. #watershortage #water #Climatechange Read more »
Remittance, UPI, LCR, digital payments

Remittance revolution: UPI, CBDCs can bring down transfer costs

UPI's efficiency and CBDCs' potential for bypassing intermediaries offer India a powerful one-two punch to slash remittance fees. #UPI #transfer Read more »
natural gas, LNG

Soaring LNG prices threaten India’s energy security

LNG prices in Asia have doubled since March, squeezing India's gas-based power sector and forcing government intervention. #LNG Read more »
Another Trump presidency could disrupt global trade

Another Trump presidency could disrupt global trade

A potential return of Donald Trump to the White House threatens to paralyse the WTO, escalate global trade wars, and undermine multilateral agreements. #WTO #globaltrade #economy Read more »
The rupee free fall

RBI battles relentless rupee slide: Can fresh investments stem the tide?

Despite RBI intervention, the rupee remains vulnerable due to a potential shift in US monetary policy and global economic slowdown. #rupee #monetarypolicy #RBI Read more »