global economy facing recession

Global economy needs coordinated action to mitigate risks

The global economy is facing multiple challenges and uncertainties, from the impact of rising interest rates to the struggles of key sectors and the persistence of #inflation. #globalrecession #economicgrowth Read more »
global recession warning

Global recession is perilously close, says World Bank

World Bank lowers global growth forecast to 1.7% amid fears of an imminent global recession. Read more »
recession

Global recession fears intensify after US Fed’s bold rate hike

The looming global recession may be far more serious than anything the world has witnessed since the Great Depression, and could last more than 12 months. Read more »
India Ease of Doing Business

Why ease of doing business rankings are important

The importance of ease of doing business rankings has grown over the years as these have become key indicators for companies looking to invest. Read more »
Covid-19 and extreme poverty

Changing tack: Poverty action in the time of Covid-19 pandemic

The graduation model assists subjects in securing earning potential, social protection and financial literacy in an overarching development approach. Read more »
Indian economy

IMF chief calls for government spending in infrastructure to fight global recession

World leaders should use the current crisis to build an environmentally sustainable, resilient and inclusive economy, says Kristalina Georgieva. Read more »
economic recovery by indian states

Covid-19: Digital preparedness, strong local government key to economic recovery

Demography, health infrastructure, job creation, digital preparedness and local self-governments will determine the pace of recovery by states. Read more »
Covid-19 and extreme poverty

Covid-19 will cause sharp fall in living standards, warns IMF

IMF says the Indian economy will fall by 10.3% in the current financial year, compared with 4.5% contraction predicted in June. Read more »
Sweden fights covid19

Covid-19: Lessons for India from Sweden’s disastrous tryst with coronavirus

The Modi government cannot claim success in its fight against the coronavirus, when the Indian effort is compared with those of its South Asian neighbours. Read more »
Narendra Modi government's ineffective stimulus

Strong infrastructure governance needed for effective public investment

Government investment in infrastructure is often criticised for expensive, poor-quality projects that offer very little benefit for the people and the economy. Read more »