Economy & Policy
Shifting Trade Ties: India's FTA Strategy Moves West
India has 14 trade agreements covering 25 countries, including ASEAN, Japan, and South Korea. It is negotiating deals with over 50 more countries and has six smaller trade agreements with 26 nations
Budget 2025: A new dawn for the middle class and a prosperous future
By taking a two-pronged approach—boosting consumption and accelerating investment—the government has added more firepower to the engines of economic growth
Budget 2025 expectations in a protectionist world
Budget 2025 is an opportunity to create concrete steps to help India build a more robust and self-reliant economic foundation, focusing on long-term resilience, efficiency, and competitiveness
H-1B in 2025: Rethinking US immigration pathways
In a climate where policies may shift quickly, considering a range of immigration options can be the most prudent path
Manufacturing Sector in India: Past, present, and future
A thriving manufacturing sector will serve as the lynchpin for India's economic growth and prosperity in the coming decade
The Chabahar Equation: Indian balancing act in changing world order
The Chabahar Port enhances India's trade connectivity with Afghanistan, Central Asia, and beyond, positioning it as a counterbalance to China's Belt and Road Initiative
Are you a salaried individual? Here’s how the Budget should influence your future investments
The recent Union Budget has introduced several changes impacting various financial aspects for salaried individuals and investors
Budget 2024: Crafting a recipe for sustained growth
It is a progressive budget that outlines the key economic priorities of the government to foster sustainable and inclusive growth while maintaining a fine balance between revenue generation and fiscal discipline
An opportunity to shape history: A 100-day plan for the government in its third term
The multi-party cabinet must embark on aspirational programmes and prioritise five key areas—job creation, youth unemployment, economic stability, empowerment, and inclusivity
It is time to recognise the value of unpaid care work in economic growth
India needs to invest in overall care infrastructure. It will not only enable women to keep their positions in the workforce, create a new sector, but also accelerate economic growth