manufacturing

Manufacturing rebounds, but caution still warranted

The manufacturing sector shows signs of revival with record new project announcements and rising capacity utilisation in early 2025. #manufacturing #PLIscheme Read more »
semiconductor

India’s $10bn semiconductor bet faces execution test

India’s ₹76,000 crore semiconductor plan is ambitious—but success depends on execution, integration, and long-term strategy. #semiconductor Read more »
climate change

Climate change turns farms into migration corridors

Climate change is wiping out harvests and pushing rural families onto migration routes, reshaping labour markets all over the world. #Climatechange Read more »
fake fertiliser threat

Fake fertilisers threaten crop yields, food security

A nationwide crackdown has exposed the scale of fake fertiliser trade, prompting urgent calls for enforcement and policy reform. #fertilisers #cropyield #agriculture Read more »
CBDC vs UPI vs credit cards

India’s CBDC: Policy vision with unproven demand

The #RBI's #CBDC pilot lacks mass adoption, highlighting gaps in incentives, usability, and market relevance. #digitalrupee #upi Read more »
PMFBY

PMFBY: Crop insurance scheme faces coverage crisis

The PMFBY scheme falls short of its goals as farmer enrolment stagnates and major states opt out. #Cropinsurance #PMFBY Read more »
NBFCs

NBFCs expand reach but face rising headwinds

As fintechs surge and asset risks grow, India’s NBFCs face mounting pressure to evolve or risk irrelevance. #NBFCs #bank Read more »
compressed biogas plants India

Compressed biogas is India’s most undervalued sustainability opportunity

Tapping carbon credits and green bonds could finally turn cash-burning compressed biogas projects profitable. Read more »
Need a consistent sin tax regime

A consistent sin tax regime can fix health funding woes

Well-designed sin tax regime covering tobacco, alcohol, and sugary drinks can help fund India's public health programmes. Read more »
human capital index india

India needs to invest more in human capital to future-proof economy

A robust human capital strategy is essential to withstand disruptions from climate change, automation, and demographic shifts. #humandevelopment #poverty #skilling Read more »