25 per cent tariff on India

Trump’s 25 per cent tariff on India tests trade deal hopes

A sudden 25 per cent tariff on India throws the trade talks into turmoil, but New Delhi still sees a narrow path to clinch a phased deal. Read more »
US tariffs impact

US tariffs windfall masks looming crisis for world economy

Muted market relief hides the cost — 15‑20 % US tariffs disrupt supply chains, punish exporters and undercut the rules‑based trade order. Read more »
Beijing’s mega dam in Tibet

China’s mega dam in Tibet risks Brahmaputra’s future

Beijing’s mega dam in Tibet may spark irreversible ecological and geopolitical shifts in the Brahmaputra basin. Read more »
FDI in Indian banks

Credit-led growth: Indian banks must embrace global capital

Indian banks must shed risk aversion and embrace FDI, digital innovation, and ESG standards to fund the next phase of growth. #Banks #FDI #NPA Read more »
women in India's clean energy transition

Clean energy shift needs more women at the helm

To meet its clean energy goals, India must boost women’s role in the #renewables workforce, starting with decentralised technologies. #greenenergy #solar #hydrogen Read more »
Gaza famine a moral crisis

Gaza famine: A moral failure of global leadership

History will indict today’s major powers for Gaza famine — for normalising collective punishment and blocking full‑scale relief. Read more »
Kerala fiscal deficit problem

Kerala’s fiscal rules must include an escape clause

Applying the same deficit limits to all states undermines equity and ignores Kerala’s unique fiscal and environmental challenges. #Kerala #fiscaldeficit #FRBM Read more »
FTA, customs

India’s FTA drive may dent customs revenue growth

As India cuts tariffs under FTAs, it must pivot to export-led growth and tax reform to cushion customs revenue losses. #Customs #revenue #FTA Read more »
Indian diplomacy

Indian diplomacy must focus on depth of ties, not diversity

Indian diplomacy must target integration of deep manufacturing and trade —not wide but shallow partnerships. Read more »
inflation

RBI’s inflation targeting faces public perception gap

The RBI’s inflation targeting is challenged by a persistent gap between household perceptions and actual price trends. #RBI #inflation Read more »