Ban on rice exports from India

India’s rice exports ban to upset global food security

India's ban on rice exports has set off a wave of uncertainty, with potential repercussions for food security and supply chains, write Pravin Jadhav and Chakradhar Jadhav. #riceexportban #basmatirice #non-basmatirice Read more »
self-employment

The rise of self-employment: A sign of growth or lack of opportunity

Self-employment in India has risen sharply in recent years, driven by factors such as the Covid-19 pandemic and the nation's push for self-reliance. #employment #business #entrepreneurs Read more »
iNSURANCE LAW

Insurance Law (Amendment) Bill 2023: Industry must wait longer for its game changer

The Insurance Law (Amendment) Bill 2023 promises to introduce pathbreaking reforms and provisions to reshape the insurance industry. #insurance #irdai Read more »
Recovering state finances

State finances on the mend as revenues, capex pick up

The past three years have been tough for state finances, but a smart recovery is on, led by the western and southern states. #statefinances #indianeconomy #gsdp #gst #globalrecession Read more »
PLI,

PLI scheme could trigger boom in India’s chemicals, petrochemicals industry

India plans to extend the PLI scheme to the chemicals and petrochemicals industry, catalysing growth, bolstering exports, and positioning the country as a global player. #industry #PLI Read more »
RICE, ethanol

Govt raises rice supply for ethanol production amid protests by states

The Union government seeks to step up ethanol production from rice, braving the opposition from states seeking the resumption of rice sales to them. #ethanol #rice #FCI Read more »
electric vehicles

BluSmart’s affordable electric car set to shake up EV market

Ride-sharing company BluSmart Mobility is set to make waves in the electric vehicle market with a competitively priced electric car that may disrupt the market dominated by Tata Motors. #IndiaSustainabilitySummit #EVs Read more »
BRICS currency a distant dream

BRICS currency faces challenges, but potential benefits are huge

Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa are treading cautiously towards a common #BRICS currency for greater economic autonomy and #dedollarisation. #dollar #sdr Read more »
IMF external sector report

India’s external sector badly needs structural reforms

India's external sector thrives amid global uncertainties, but a closer look reveals vulnerabilities. #currentaccount #cad #forexreserves #exchangerate Read more »
FTAs

India-UK FTA talks stumble on rules of origin, whiskey duties

The negotiations for the India-UK FTA eye a groundbreaking free trade agreement that will set the benchmark for future trade pacts. #FTA #freetrade #economy Read more »