Women’s self-employment

Women’s self-employment boom masks a manufacturing divide

India’s growing number of women-owned manufacturing enterprises conceals a persistent gap between household businesses and firms capable of hiring workers. #women Read more »
Bundelkhand's

Bundelkhand’s industrial ambitions face a jobs challenge

Uttar Pradesh's Bundelkhand investment drive promises industrial growth, but water scarcity and skills shortages could limit local benefits. #Bundelkhand Read more »
core sector growth

Core sector growth conceals weakness in key industries

India's core sector grew 7.9% in September, but falling oil, gas and fertiliser production exposes growing dependence on imports. #coresector Read more »
SETU portal’s test

SETU portal must widen access to trade remedies

The SETU portal can improve trade remedy proceedings if smaller firms gain access and evidence receives proper scrutiny. #SETU Read more »
Nobel Peace Prize

Nobel Peace Prize for a fragmented world

By nature, the Nobel Peace Prize is controversial, and this year more so as the United States blatantly condemned the Norwegian Nobel Committee for their selection. Read more »
Coal shortage

Coal shortage calls for a delivery first policy

India’s coal shortage calls for reliable plant deliveries, adequate reserves and better planning for evening electricity demand. #coalshortage #electricity Read more »
eShram

eShram’s 31.82 crore registrations mask gaps in social security

eShram's success depends on accessible verification, grievance redressal and data protection, alongside registration and scheme integration. #EShram Read more »
India’s gig workers

India’s gig workers need a pension system that works

India’s Social Security Code recognises gig workers, but providing retirement income to people with irregular earnings will require a new approach to contributions and funding. #gigworker Read more »
RBI rate hike

RBI rate hike puts household finances under pressure

India's growing household debt raises concerns over the impact of RBI rate hikes on consumption, savings and loan repayments. #RBI Read more »
UN charter anf iran conflict

Provoking Iran raises questions of UN Charter violations and unlawful aggression

As Israeli elections approach, renewed military brinkmanship raises fears of escalation, challenging international law and the UN Charter’s authority. Read more »