India exports, US tariffs

US tariffs and strong dollar test India’s export resilience

High US tariffs and a strong dollar squeeze India’s exporters, forcing them to diversify markets and currencies for survival. #UStariffs #exports #trade Read more »
The Nepal uprising 2025

Nepal uprising signals South Asia’s crisis of legitimacy

The Nepal uprising reflects a deeper crisis of legitimacy in South Asia’s fragile democracies. Read more »
immigration and populism

Immigration myths keep populism alive in democracies

Populists blame immigration for crises, but the evidence shows migrants strengthen economies and societies. Read more »
Basmati rice dispute

Basmati rice dispute clouds India–EU free trade talks

Basmati rice dispute with Pakistan over geographical indication complicates India’s free trade negotiations with the European Union. #India #EU #FTA #basmatirice #GItag Read more »
GST 2.0

GST 2.0 promises savings, but will consumers benefit?

GST 2.0 cuts tax rates on essentials and cars, but whether consumers see lower prices depends on business passthrough. #GST #tax #FMCG Read more »
economic discontent, populism

Economic discontent is testing democracies worldwide

Economic discontent is sparking global populist cycles, trapping democracies in short-term appeasement. #democracy #society #populism Read more »
India’s gender-based violence crisis

Gender-based violence in India demands fact-driven action

India’s gender-based violence crisis persists despite new laws, exposing gaps in governance, justice, and accountability. Read more »
Tax collections, direct taxes, refund delays, middle class burden

India’s tax collections surge rests on middle class strain

India’s rising tax collections rely more on refund delays than broad-based growth, raising questions of fiscal sustainability. #Tax #GST #middleclass Read more »
International Health Regulations, WHO

New international health regulations face sovereignty pushback

The revised International Health Regulations seeks to strengthen cooperation, but face resistance from countries citing sovereignty concerns. #WHO #health Read more »
home cooling

Decarbonising home cooling: Design first, finance next

Better insulation and passive home cooling can cut emissions and energy costs while protecting health in a warming India. #energy #sustainability Read more »