India must cut avoidable capital goods imports without denying industry access to world-class technology and machinery. #imports Read more »
A GDP revision is usually conducted once in every five years, but was delayed due to the disruptions in economic activity from the GST rollout. Read more »
India’s farm crisis and farmer suicides stem from shrinking size of land holdings and the resultant weak incomes. #farmers'suicide Read more »
India’s growth remains strong, but the rupee fall shows rising pressure on the balance of payments. #rupee Read more »
Foreign universities in India may not threaten domestic private universities soon, but they can reshape the crowded middle tier. #universities Read more »
In Kerala ageing population is not a burden, but its elder rights framework still needs enforceable standards. Read more »
Rising oil prices, strong dollar and persistent capital outflows are intensifying pressure on the rupee, raising concerns over a slide towards 100 per dollar. #rupee Read more »
Samudra Manthan can improve India’s upstream prospects, but better seismic data alone cannot reverse declining oil and gas output. #SamudraManthan Read more »
India’s creative economy is growing, but weak data and informality keep creators outside formal markets. #creativeeconomy Read more »
Clean air, affordable housing and reliable water must become basic standards for Indian cities. #Indiancities Read more »