National Sample Survey

National Sample Survey: A health checkup for data quality

As India prepares to expand its National Sample Survey, concerns over data accuracy and representation cast a shadow on its potential impact. #NSS #survey #education #health #tourism Read more »
NITI Aayog

NITI Aayog’s challenge: From command and control to cooperative federalism

As India navigates the complexities of federalism, NITI Aayog's role in steering the economy toward its goals remains a subject of critical analysis. #NITIAayog Read more »
biofuel

India’s biofuel push raises food security concerns

As the world faces food shortages, India's reliance on food crops for biofuel production raises concerns about its potential impact on food security. #biofuel #G20 #food #climatechange Read more »
Chinese FDI inflows into India

Chinese FDI: India must weigh risks and rewards

India must carefully consider the strategic implications of Chinese FDI inflows, beyond short-term economic gains. Read more »
India's critical minerals policy

Digging deeper: India’s critical minerals quest

India must transition from a scattergun approach to a focused, strategic plan for securing critical minerals essential for its technological and economic growth. Read more »
Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina

Hasina’s exit: Political crisis in Bangladesh threatens regional stability

Political upheaval in Bangladesh poses severe risks to its economy and India's strategic interests, with garment exports and bilateral trade hanging in balance. #Bangladesh #SheikhHasina #foreignpolicy Read more »
RBI dividend, repo rate, RBI MPC

Repo rate cut: Will RBI MPC take the plunge

RBI MPC: With India's economy outpacing expectations and global central banks adopting divergent paths, the RBI faces a tough call on interest rates. #RBI #MPC #reporate Read more »
PLI scheme

PLI scheme: India must build a competitive manufacturing ecosystem

Apple's success under PLI scheme is undeniable, but concerns over value addition and long-term sustainability cast a shadow over India's manufacturing ambitions. #PLIscheme #Apple #iPhone #economy Read more »
India's FDI policy

FDI policy: Imperatives for India’s economic transformation

India must overcome cost disadvantages, streamline business processes, and create a conducive environment for FDI to achieve its full potential. Read more »
cess, rupee, tax devolution

Education and health cess utilisation must undergo social audit

India boasts world-class healthcare and education institutions, but these sectors remain fund-starved despite an education and health cess intended to bridge the funding gap. #healthcare #cess Read more »