sovereign green bonds

Sovereign green bonds: Why investors are holding back

Despite ambitious goals, India’s sovereign green bonds are struggling to attract investors due to low yields and an underwhelming green premium. #Greenbonds #sustainability Read more »
microplastics

Silent invasion: Microplastics in the human brain an emerging public health threat

As microplastics accumulate in vital organs—especially the brain—scientists warn that we may be witnessing an unfolding public health crisis with unknown consequences. #microplastics Read more »
Prohibition policy in Bihar

Bihar’s liquor ban: Why prohibition policies fail in India

Bihar’s prohibition policy created a thriving black market, fuelled crime, and drained state revenues, mirroring the failure of liquor bans in other states. Read more »
renewable energy

Missing buyers: India’s renewable energy conundrum

Despite massive investments in solar and wind energy, stalled projects and state reluctance threaten India's renewable energy transition. #renewableenergy Read more »
foreign debt, falling rupee

Foreign debt: Weakening rupee is squeezing corporate India

As the rupee plunges to new lows against the dollar, companies with foreign debt are grappling with soaring repayment costs and mounting financial strain. #rupee #foreigndebt Read more »
ESDM sector

India’s ESDM sector eyes a $400 billion growth story

Government policies, semiconductor investments, and tariff reforms are shaping the trajectory of the manufacturing ecosystem of India’s ESDM sector. #ESDM #electronics #PLI Read more »
Modi-Trump meet

Modi-Trump meet: Can the leaders strike a win-win India-US trade deal?

As India seeks expanded trade ties with the US, the Modi-Trump meeting will test whether diplomacy can overcome protectionism and unlock opportunities. #Modi #Trump #US-Indiatrade Read more »
NDC, climate action plan

Climate action: Most nations may give NDC deadline a miss

As nations delay submitting their climate action plans, the cost of inaction grows, threatening both the planet’s future and global stability. #climatechange #NDC #sustainability Read more »
tax devolution

States vs Centre: Tax devolution dilemma continues

With Indian states facing increasing fiscal pressure, the 16th Finance Commission offers a chance to recalibrate the tax devolution mechanism. #GST #tax Read more »
tariff wars,

Protectionism and tariff wars: Lessons from history and rising global risks

History shows that prolonged tariff wars fuel inflation, stifle innovation, and erode diplomatic ties, ultimately leading to more economic losers than winners. #tradewars #tariffs #protectionism #Trump2.0 Read more »