US-China tech rivalry, AI

US-China tech rivalry: Can America maintain its lead in AI

US-China tech rivalry: Despite lagging behind the US, China is rapidly closing the gap in AI development with significant investments and a large talent pool. #US #China #AI Read more »
CBDC, e-Rupee

CBDC: RBI pushes for wider adoption of e-Rupee with offline features

The RBI is considering anonymity and offline functionality to boost e-rupee use as daily transactions hit one million. #CBDC #eRupee Read more »
Electronics component manufacturing

India playing catch-up in electronics component manufacturing

India hopes to replicate its success in mobile phone manufacturing with a PLI scheme that seeks to boost domestic electronics component manufacturing. #electronics #PLI Read more »
rural economy, PMSYM, MSMEs, Union Budget 2024

PMSYM: India’s pension scheme for informal workers in limbo

Despite its scale and ambition, PMSYM struggles to attract subscribers due to high living costs and lack of awareness. #workers #pension #PMSYM Read more »
IBC, Climate change

Govt plans IBC revision to tackle climate change-related bankruptcies

A rise in climate disruptions is prompting India to consider revamping IBC, its bankruptcy code, to better handle companies facing environmental liabilities. #IBC #climatechange Read more »
food crisis, hunger

Hunger pangs: Global crisis demands action, not innovation

The Global Report on Food Crises finds the highest level of hunger recorded since 2016, with conflicts and climate change pushing millions towards famine. #hunger #food #climatechange Read more »
Spectrum allocation

Spectrum allocation: Government seeks greater flexibility

The Union government seeks freedom for telecom spectrum allocation for specific purposes, reigniting debate on balancing transparency with public good. #spectrum #5G #2Gscam Read more »
CBDC, e-Rupee

Big 3 hegemony: India must push for fair, transparent credit rating

India and other emerging markets must challenge the opaque criteria and geopolitical influences that distort the Big 3's credit rating assessments. Read more »
PMSBY

PMSBY extension: Low claim numbers prompts decision

The government extends the deadline for unorganised workers to access accidental death and disability insurance under PMSBY. #policy #socialsecurity Read more »
AI regulation

AI regulation: Competition watchdog to study impact of future techs

As global watchdogs seek to develop effective tools for AI regulation, the Competition Commission of India has stepped in to ensure that the technology helps foster a competitive market. #AI Read more »