CAPital expenditure, corporate debt

Corporate debt: Indian firms raise capital expenditure

While high corporate debt levels in India reflect the confidence of companies, it can also pose risks amid a global economic downturn. #capex #economy #recession #infrastructure #growth #GDP Read more »
trouble brewing on gst front

Fake GST invoices expose loopholes in indirect tax regime

Fake GST invoices bring to light the faulty design of the #indirecttax system and its rampant loopholes, writes KE Raghunathan. #gst #incometax #excise #customs #servicetax Read more »
energy transition, clean energy

Energy transition: India’s innovative policies script a global success story

India has made significant strides in energy transition, standing out as the sole major economy driving sustainable energy adoption. #cleanenergy #climatechange #environment Read more »
India-US relations at the crossroads

India-US relations: Let us not forget how we got here

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's US visit marks a historic celebration of the growing partnership between the two countries, setting a new milestone in India-US relations. #indiaUS #modi #biden #modivisit #uschina Read more »
NRF, National research foundation,

National Research Foundation seeks to democratise science, foster innovation

The government must walk the talk on National Research Foundation to promote scientific research, bridge funding gaps, and revolutionise the research landscape. #NationalResearchFoundation #NRF #education Read more »
VC, startups,

India’s startups ecosystem slows amid funding, policy challenges

India's thriving startup ecosystem seems to be losing steam as funding challenges persist, and regulatory hurdles dampen confidence. #unicorn #startups Read more »
industrial policy and sustainability

Industrial policy key to economic transformation to a sustainable future

An industrial policy is essential for addressing global challenges and fostering #inclusivegrowth through #innovation and environmental protection. #globalwarming #industrialpolicy #climatechange #sdgs #ipa #pli Read more »
exports, MSME, recession

MSMEs struggle as economic crisis grips major export markets

With major markets facing an economic downturn, India's MSME sector is bracing for a bumpy ride amid working capital problems, inventory pile-ups, and diminished demand. #MSME #industry #Indianews #exports #economy Read more »
green bonds

Why green hydrogen may not work for India in short term

India faces significant challenges in green hydrogen adoption in the short-term, and needs to invest in stabilising the grid power and increasing the share of renewables. #greenhydrogen #globalwarming #climatechange Read more »
wilful defaulters

India’s banks in a bind over tax on outward remittances

Indian banks are gearing up for new regulations as RBI imposes a 20% tax on international card spending and outward remittances. #outwardremittances #tax #indianews Read more »