India's microfinance sector faces high borrowing costs and debt stress, and direct bank lending to self-help groups offers an alternative. Read more »
South Australia’s ban on political donations could offer other democracies a new way to curb the influence of wealth on politics. Read more »
The Supreme Court distinguishes trafficking from voluntary adult sex work, but legislative reform and effective implementation remain essential to protect dignity and autonomy. Read more »
NITI Aayog's EV index shows Delhi leading as states struggle to turn charging infrastructure and policy support into EV transition. #EV Read more »
Manufacturing output is rising and more women are entering the workforce, but the persistence of agricultural self-employment exposes the limits of the structural transformation. #manufacturing Read more »
India’s growing number of women-owned manufacturing enterprises conceals a persistent gap between household businesses and firms capable of hiring workers. #women Read more »
The SETU portal can improve trade remedy proceedings if smaller firms gain access and evidence receives proper scrutiny. #SETU Read more »
By nature, the Nobel Peace Prize is controversial, and this year more so as the United States blatantly condemned the Norwegian Nobel Committee for their selection. Read more »
eShram's success depends on accessible verification, grievance redressal and data protection, alongside registration and scheme integration. #EShram Read more »
As Israeli elections approach, renewed military brinkmanship raises fears of escalation, challenging international law and the UN Charter’s authority. Read more »