Improved literacy and educational attainment do not reflect in female labour force participation because of cultural norms and gender discrimination. Read more »
Inherent flaws in the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code lead to more liquidations than resolutions -- between December 2016 and March 2022, 47% of corporate insolvency processes went into liquidation while just 14%... Read more »
The government must avoid temptation to end Covid-19 vaccination programme and call all clear on the pandemic threat. Read more »
Himalayan ecology in crisis: Heavy construction projects seem to have done irreversible damage to Himalayan ecology and human habitats around the mountain range. Read more »
Manufacturers of traditional food items must shed concerns about the implementation of front of pack nutrition labelling. Read more »
The UGC decision to allow foreign universities comes at a time when local institutions are facing serious challenges in terms of resources, infrastructure and academic freedom. Read more »
The ruling says the government was within its rights to announce demonetisation, but it is no commentary on the rationality or soundness of the decision. Read more »
The Indian middle class is the primary force behind the India story. The government must consider tax breaks or other financial incentives for middle class families. Read more »
India must implement front of the food package labelling with colours and pictures that can be easily understood by consumers. Read more »
India has a long way to go before it achieves its renewable energy targets and makes a dent in climate change mitigation. Read more »