ASER 2024

ASER 2024: A paradox of progress in Indian education

ASER 2024 reveals a troubling decline in government school enrolment, hinting at deeper systemic challenges that demand urgent attention. #education #India #society Read more »
RBI announces repo rate cut

Repo rate cut: Decoding RBI’s first rate cut in five years

With its first repo rate cut in five years, the RBI signals a shift towards growth, but markets remain sceptical amid inflation concerns and rupee volatility. Read more »
Private equity in healthcare, budget 2025

Budget 2025-26: A leg up for healthcare, but challenges persist

Budget 2025-26 expands healthcare funding, but without structural reforms, quality care remains out of reach for many. #Budget2025 #healthcare Read more »
critical minerals

Critical minerals: India’s new mission looks to break China’s grip

India’s ambitious critical minerals strategy seeks to reduce import dependency and strengthen the hold on key resources. #criticalMinerals #China #policy Read more »
WHO crisis, US withdrawal from WHO

US withdrawal, WHO crisis, and the global health order

The WHO crisis triggered by the US withdrawal offers India and emerging economies a chance to drive a more equitable global health agenda. #US #WHO #globalhealth Read more »
a moderate repo rate cut. likely

RBI monetary policy: Case for a repo rate cut

With real interest rates dampening demand and fiscal consolidation in place, the RBI has room to support growth through a moderate repo rate cut. #reporate #RBI Read more »
transfer pricing

India’s transfer pricing reforms could ensure better compliance

The transfer pricing amendments seek to streamline tax assessment, prevent profit shifting, and align with global practices. #reforms #policy #MNCs #taxation Read more »
Arbitration

Arbitration: Why India is shifting towards institutional appointments

As courts clamp down on unilateral arbitrator selection, institutional arbitration and ODR platforms emerge as the new standard for efficient dispute resolution. #arbitration Read more »
GST reforms

GST reforms: India’s path to a simple, fair tax regime

As the government takes steps towards GST reforms, simplifying tax slabs and reducing inconsistencies could transform India’s indirect tax regime. #GST #reforms #economy Read more »
Budget 2025-26 environment initiatives

Budget 2025-26: A green pledge with glaring gaps in climate action

The Union Budget 2025-26 lays the groundwork for clean energy expansion, but lacks a unified strategy to drive sustainability transformation. Read more »