5G, state of indian economy

Starlink on cusp of India launch, DoT to meet on Sept 20

Elon Musk's Starlink could bring faster, more affordable internet to India's rural areas, but spectrum allocation is a key hurdle. #Starlink #satelliteinternet Read more »
Borrowing costs, bonds, repo rate, RBI

Borrowing costs shoot up for Indian corporates, signalling financial stress

The government and the RBI must take steps to address the widening of the spread between government and private bonds and to prevent it from having an impact on the economy. #economy... Read more »
FINTECH

RBI calls fintech industry to form self regulatory organisation

The RBI champions self-regulation for steering the booming fintech industry to the $200 billion mark by 2030. #Fintech #SRO Read more »
cryptocurrencies

India sceptical on cryptocurrencies, but open to global cooperation

As India takes the lead at the G20, the nation grapples with regulating cryptocurrencies amid global momentum for digital currencies. #G20 #crptocurrencies #crypto Read more »
rupee

Credit Crunch: NBFCs face sharp decline in loan sanctions

In the face of a dramatic decline in loan sanctions, NBFCs are knocking the doors of the RBI for permission to take deposits. #NBFCs #shadowbanks #RBI Read more »
ethanol blending

Sugar millers set sights on 50% ethanol blending by 2030

Sugar industry leaders chart an ambitious course to significantly boost ethanol blending with petrol, paving the way for a greener and more self-reliant energy future. Read more »
MSME sector

Industry 4.0: MSMEs need policy support, skilling efforts

MSMEs are the backbone of Indian economy, and they must embrace Industry 4.0 to stay competitive. #gdpgrowth #digitalinfrastructure Read more »
Indian pharma industry, generic drugs industry

Pharma industry: India seeks global leadership through policy on R&D and innovation

India takes a decisive step towards self-sufficiency in pharma industry with the unveiling of the national policy on R&D and innovation. #pharma #atmanirbharbharat #nrf #nep2020 Read more »
India's critical minerals policy

Critical minerals: India eyes sustainable self-reliance

India's twin strategies of membership in the Mineral Security Partnership and advancement in metallurgy are laying the foundation for self-reliance in critical minerals. #sustainableenergy #mining #rareearth Read more »
India's sustainability champions

ESG integration can unleash business success with societal impact

The integration of #ESG principles can propel businesses towards enhanced profitability, societal resilience, and a sustainable future, writes Srinath Sridharan. #climatechange #globalwarming #sustainability Read more »