demographic dividend through quality education

Rural development: Data use for recreation limits potential of digital technology

Development of local business activities and integration of rural markets with larger supply chains will help India channelise its digital prowess for rural development, says study. Read more »
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Crude prices: Impact of output cut by OPEC+ on India, world

Though the impact of the output cut on crude supplies wouldn’t be much, there are other factors at play that would fuel a rise in global crude prices. Read more »
work from home, WFH

End of work from home will upset inclusive hiring, work-life balance

The companies that continue with work from home option are witnessing better attendance, lower absenteeism, and lower expenses compared with pre-pandemic days. Read more »
ICT skills gap in digital india

India looks to unleash its services exports potential

Enhanced digitisation and mutual recognition agreements can help India achieve its services exports targets. Read more »
inequality and poverty in india

Rural distress: MGNREGA, PLFS numbers spell trouble

While rising employment rate is considered a good sign, most of the gains are from women and children joining the workforce to support families amid a rural distress. Read more »
Tamil Nadu made substantial social sector progress.

Tamil Nadu: Socioeconomic progress fueled by welfare politics

The brilliant track record of the Tamil Nadu economy fades in front of its achievements in education, healthcare and poverty eradication. Read more »
BRICS expansion

Explained: BRICS reserve currency plan faces heavy odds

BRICS nations had initiated talks to create a reserve currency earlier also, but the move fizzled out due to more pressing national and international matters. Read more »
India abortion laws

Abortion laws take a progressive turn, but challenges remain

The stigma associated with sexual relations and pregnancy before marriage may negate India’s advantage of having progressive abortion laws. Read more »
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Electronics industry: Policy choices for manufacturing success

Sacrificing domestic electronics industry for short-term export gains based on import-dependent assembly is perilous for India’s technological sovereignty. Read more »
IMF external sector report

Indian electronics industry: Learnings from 25 years of globalisation

Policymakers must continue efforts to improve the design and implementation of policies to increase domestic value addition by electronics industry. Read more »