viksit bharat @ 2047

Viksit Bharat @2047: Can efficiency match ambition?

High savings and investment are not enough — India needs productivity reforms to achieve the goal of Viksit Bharat by 2047. Read more »
trump tariffs and trade war

Trump tariffs mark revival of 18th century mercantilism

Trump tariffs echo mercantilist logic, challenging modern trade norms and reshaping global supply chains. #tradewar #wto Read more »
core inflation vs cpi inflation

Low CPI inflation figure masks rising urban living costs

A record-low CPI inflation offers relief on paper, but “felt inflation” in urba areas remains high for most consumers. Read more »
Trump 2.0, India-US trade, US tariffs

US tariffs force India to accelerate diversification plan

Indian government is scrambling to shield exporters as 50% US tariffs threaten $240 billion worth of shipments. #trade #UStariffs #economy Read more »
policy circle image

Viksit Bharat: Need real metrics to measure progress

India's Viksit Bharat progress hinges on hard metrics — from per capita income to women’s workforce participation. Read more »
services exports

Services exports surge to record highs on global demand

Services exports defy headwinds to post record growth in July, driven by global demand and domestic sales. #services #exports #IT Read more »
US tariff threat

US tariff shock opens up opportunities for India

The US tariff shock could be India’s chance to pivot from export dependency to a credit-powered domestic growth engine. #trumptariffs #moneysupply Read more »
us-india ties, Trump tariffs

Trump tariffs: India faces Hobson’s choice as US slaps 50% levy

Trump tariffs threaten to slash exports by half and destabilise ties unless New Delhi responds with restraint and strategy. #Trumptariffs #trade Read more »
techno-nationalism redraws the global power map

Techno-nationalism is reshaping geopolitics, global trade

Techno-nationalism manifested in export bans, supply chain shifts, and digital firewalls is turning technology into a tool of national power. Read more »
AI and productivity

The AI paradox: Innovation without economic gains

AI is transforming knowledge work, but weak policy alignment and uneven adoption keep its benefits from translating into broader economic growth. Read more »