CBDC, e-Rupee

Big 3 hegemony: India must push for fair, transparent credit rating

India and other emerging markets must challenge the opaque criteria and geopolitical influences that distort the Big 3's credit rating assessments. Read more »
PMSBY

PMSBY extension: Low claim numbers prompts decision

The government extends the deadline for unorganised workers to access accidental death and disability insurance under PMSBY. #policy #socialsecurity Read more »
AI regulation

AI regulation: Competition watchdog to study impact of future techs

As global watchdogs seek to develop effective tools for AI regulation, the Competition Commission of India has stepped in to ensure that the technology helps foster a competitive market. #AI Read more »
The India EFTA treaty is an important step for India

EFTA treaty booster shot for India’s $100 billion FDI target

The EFTA treaty prioritises clean energy, medical devices, and precision machinery as India seeks to leverage the new partner's technological prowess in these key sectors. Read more »
towards a binding plastic treaty

Plastic pollution: Ottawa conclave eyes landmark global treaty

A well-designed plastic pollution treaty can incentivise sustainable materials, mitigate economic risks, and hold corporations accountable for their actions. Read more »
Nestle, Cerelac

Nestlé’s sugary baby food in developing nations expose double standards

Despite WHO guidelines banning sugar in baby food, Nestlé's Cerelac packs a sugary punch in developing countries like India. #Nestle #cerelac #WHO Read more »
unemployment and job gap in India

Unemployment figures hide widening job gap in South Asia

While global unemployment dips, South Asia grapples with declining labour force participation and widening job gap that put a generation at risk. Read more »
the global sustainability challemge

Nations race towards sustainability in an unequal world

Developed nations lead in framing environmental regulations, but developing countries struggle with limited resources to achieve sustainability. Read more »
IT sector, jobs, incubators, Indian IT industry

Indian IT industry must embrace AI, sustainability for growth

India's IT industry needs to look beyond traditional services, and focus on cutting-edge technologies such as AI, and sustainable solutions. #ITindustry #AI Read more »
FDI Inflows in India

Faster FDI approvals can help India benefit from ‘China Plus One’

India eyes $100 billion annual FDI approvals, but needs to streamline approval processes. #FDI #FTA #economy #policy Read more »