poverty in india

Why India’s poverty decline may not be what it seems

Despite claims of #poverty elimination, changes in survey methodology and outdated #povertylines render such conclusions dubious.  Read more »
Fed holds rates

Fed freezes rate: Why Powell chose the high ground

#Fed chair Jerome #Powell warns of a 'hot summer' for #inflation as tariffs bite and #crude rises, justifying his hold-and-watch stance. #fomc #inflation #trump Read more »
urban governance

Liberating urban governance from middlemen networks

India's digital platforms are challenging the middleman model in urban governance, offering citizens direct access to services. #urbangovernance #policy #smartcities Read more »
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Trade deficit falls, but crude price risk persists

Brent crude’s sharp rise may upset India trade deficit math, strain SMEs, and widen the current account deficit. #exports #imports Read more »
women empowerment

Women empowerment must go beyond lip service

India must invest in education, reproductive health, and equal pay to ensure women empowerment and gender justice. #women #empowerment Read more »
demographic dividend

Demographic dividend: India needs to generate more jobs in north and east

As India enjoys demographic dividend, northern states are still booming while the south ages fast. Industry and investment must follow people. #demographicdividend #population Read more »
solar energy vs coal

Coal’s last stand: Solar energy to power India’s future

Record coal output masks a bigger story—surging solar energy output could flip India’s energy script and boost its climate credibility. Read more »
crude oil price, brent crude oil

Crude oil prices threaten to derail growth, inflation goals

Rising crude oil prices from the Iran-Israel conflict could raise inflation, disrupt industries, and widen India’s trade deficit. #Iran #Israel #oilprices #crude Read more »
health diplomacy

Health diplomacy must drive India’s foreign policy strategy

India must build coalitions, shape treaties, and champion equity through health diplomacy to be the true leader of Global South. #health #policy Read more »
SMEs in India

Digital adoption by SMEs key to Indian economy’s $5 trillion goal

From #AI-driven logistics to fintech loans, Indian #SMEs are unlocking productivity and export potential through digital transformation. #indianeconomy #gdpgrowth Read more »