COP28 announcing the setting up of the Loss and Damage Fund

EXPLAINED: COP28’s Loss and Damage Fund is a step towards climate justice

The establishment of the Loss and Damage Fund at #COP28 raises crucial questions about its effectiveness in addressing the disparate impact of #climatechange. #lossanddamagefund Read more »
Despite its impressive GDP growth rates, India's high fiscal deficit and stagnant private investment raise concerns about long-term sustainability of the economic expansion.

The 16th Finance Commission must address fiscal equity concerns

The 16th Finance Commission needs to prioritise transparency and accountability, enhance trust, and ensure effective implementation of its recommendations. #FinanceCommission #policy #economy Read more »
COP28 to focus on carbon taxes

Carbon tax, a powerful weapon against climate change

COP28 may herald a new era of carbon taxation by empowering nations to tackle climate change with economic might. Read more »
critical minerals mining

India announces its arrival in the critical minerals market

India's landmark auction of critical minerals blocks positions the country as a major player in the global strategic minerals supply chain. #criticalminerals #China #economy Read more »
India's pharmaceutical exports

India’s pharmaceutical exports: A tale of resilience, innovation, and challenges

India's pharmaceutical exports stand at a crossroads, poised for continued growth while facing critical challenges that demand strategic solutions. #drugindustry #pharma Read more »
The National Pharmacy Commission Bill 2023

Pharmacy Commission Bill seeks to empower pharmacists in primary healthcare

The National Pharmacy Commission Bill 2023 envisions a transformed primary #healthcare system where #pharmacists play a pivotal role, writes Joe Thomas. #primaryhealthcare Read more »
pneumonia outbreak

Mysterious pneumonia outbreak in China raises global concerns

The pneumonia outbreak in China highlights the importance of surveillance systems for respiratory pathogens, underscoring the need for global cooperation in combating infectious diseases. Read more »
Universal pension and health coverage

India must build universal pension and health coverage

India needs to achieve universal pension and healthcare coverage without upsetting fiscal prudence and good governance practices. Read more »
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AI safety: Beyond manifest harm, towards fair and ethical AI

The emphasis on avoiding manifest harm in AI safety discussions must evolve to address the underlying structural issues that lead to exploitative and unfair #AI systems. #artificialintelligence #aisafety Read more »
capex growth, private capital expenditure

Lending curbs a tightrope walk between capex growth and inflation

India's inflation targeting has inadvertently hampered economic growth, with capex growth by corporates slowing due to lending curbs. #capex #inflation #banks Read more »