ASEAN

In trade renegotiation with ASEAN, India eyes higher exports, lower deficit

India will seek to revamp its pact with ASEAN during the trade renegotiation, as it looks to bridge the widening trade gap and enhance market access for its exports. #ASEAN Read more »
EU's CBAM to hit Indian exports

Decoding CBAM: How will EU’s carbon levy impact India

Facing the EU's CBAM head-on, India explores domestic carbon trading and strategic partnerships to navigate climate challenges and safeguard its economy. Read more »
HCES data available after a decade

HCES data for 2022-23 trigger debate on poverty, inequality

The HCES data suggest decline in poverty and inequality, but concerns over methodology and inflation adjustment remain. Read more »
WTO ministerial meeting ends in Abu Dhabi.

WTO ministerial: India flexes muscles amid stalemate on e-commerce

The WTO ministerial has extended the e-commerce moratorium for two more years, but deep divisions persist on digital trade and other key issues. Read more »
Indian economy GDP growth FY24

Indian economy: Growth strategy needs an inclusive, sustainable turn

Indian economy's Q3 rebound masks income disparities and uneven sectoral growth, calling for targeted policy interventions. Read more »
Asia strives for economic integration

India to play lead role in Asia’s economic integration

India must balance domestic reforms and with regional engagement to lead Asia’s economic integration efforts. Read more »
state of economy, economic growth, MSP, El Nino

MSP programme must evolve with India’s future food needs

A NITI Aayog report proposes shifting the focus of MSP programme away from subsidised staples, but the protesting farmers may beg to differ. Read more »
capex growth, private capital expenditure

Low private capital expenditure a damper on Indian economy

As government spending slows, the spotlight shifts to private capital expenditure to fuel India's ambitious growth path. Read more »
Investment Facilitation for Development agreement at Abu Dhabi ministerial of WTO

Investment Facilitation for Development deal sparks conflict at WTO

Cracks appear ahead of Abu Dhabi ministerial as China pushes Investment Facilitation for Development agreement, and India leads opposition citing WTO overreach. Read more »
highway development, infrastructure, capex

India’s highway development ambitions hit a speedbump in FY24

Despite economic challenges, India pushes ahead with its highway development plans, only to fall short of its ambitious targets. #highway #infrastructure Read more »