Arbitration reform

Arbitration reform must begin with the government

India’s arbitration reforms need government departments to accept sound awards, assess appeals carefully and pay without delay. #arbitration Read more »
CPI-IW revision

CPI-IW revision must reflect how workers actually live

The CPI-IW revision must capture migrant workers, changing household spending and local costs to improve wage-linked inflation measurement. #CPI Read more »
uttar pradesh elections

Uttar Pradesh election 2027: Can joblessness shift the vote?

The Uttar Pradesh election 2027 could turn on joblessness, Dalit votes and electoral-roll deletions as polls show conflicting trends. Read more »
EV transition

EV transition reveals a widening gap between states

NITI Aayog's EV index shows Delhi leading as states struggle to turn charging infrastructure and policy support into EV transition. #EV Read more »
Container manufacturing

Container manufacturing needs more than a ₹10,000 crore scheme

India's container manufacturing push must address production costs, quality and logistics inefficiencies to build a sustainable industry. #containers #shipping Read more »
SETU portal’s test

SETU portal must widen access to trade remedies

The SETU portal can improve trade remedy proceedings if smaller firms gain access and evidence receives proper scrutiny. #SETU Read more »
Coal shortage

Coal shortage calls for a delivery first policy

India’s coal shortage calls for reliable plant deliveries, adequate reserves and better planning for evening electricity demand. #coalshortage #electricity Read more »
India’s gig workers

India’s gig workers need a pension system that works

India’s Social Security Code recognises gig workers, but providing retirement income to people with irregular earnings will require a new approach to contributions and funding. #gigworker Read more »
UPI MDR charges

UPI MDR Charges: The case for a sustainable payment system

Proposed UPI MDR charges could help fund payment infrastructure, but its effects on merchant margins and digital adoption need scrutiny. Read more »
Green steel

Green steel needs a renewable energy-style policy push

India's renewable energy expansion offers an important lesson for green steel: credible demand, common standards and public procurement can bring investment into technologies. #greensteel Read more »