Economy

State of the Sector Report on FPOs (SoFPO)

Context: According to the latest State of the Sector Report on FPOs (SoFPO) released by the National Association for FPOs...

Tariffs Test Autonomy: India as America’s Pressure Point

US tariffs on Indian exports test Delhi’s sovereignty. This essay explores American motives and India’s balanced response strategy. Introduction                                                                            Relations...

Horticulture Push: Powerful Pathway to Farm Diversification and Higher Incomes

Context: India’s farm sector is witnessing a policy and market shift from cereals to high-value horticulture, as highlighted in the...

Understanding the Rural Digital Divide in India

Context: The Public Accounts Committee, chaired by K.C. Venugopal, has expressed concern over poor rural mobile connectivity and directed telecom...

Vikram 3201: India’s Chip Leap

ISRO’s Vikram 3201, India’s first 32-bit space chip, boosts self-reliance and marks a leap in semiconductor ambitions. Introduction On the...

Inflation Targeting

Context: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is undertaking a crucial five-year review of its monetary policy framework, sparking a...

Cash Transfer Revolution

Context: The Haryana cabinet’s recent approval of the Deen Dayal Laado Laxmi Yojana, promising ₹2,100 per month to women, is...

India Reforming SEZ Policy

Context: In response to a 50% tariff imposed by the United States on several Indian products, the Indian government is...

FSSAI’s New Labelling Directive

Bold labels on food packs to warn of health risk contents Context: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India...

Unstable World and Energy Sovereignty

Context: India’s energy landscape is defined by a critical vulnerability: over 85% of its crude oil and 50% of its...

India’s Energy Storage Imperative

India requires $50 billion new investment in storage by 2032 Context: As India accelerates its transition to clean energy, the...

India’s Employment Challenge: Why a National Jobs Mission is Crucial for Inclusive Growth

India’s Employment Challenge: How a National Jobs Mission Can Unlock Opportunities Context: India’s job market is at a critical juncture—while...

PM Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana

Context: Recent data from Delhi has reignited the debate on the efficacy and targeting of India’s flagship food security scheme,...

The Gender Angle to India’s Economic Vulnerabilities: A Powerful Call for Inclusive Growth

The Gender Angle to India’s Economic Vulnerabilities: Unlocking a Critical Path to Growth Context: The looming U.S. tariff hike on...

Trump’s Tariffs and India’s Turning Point

India faces a tariff shock with U.S. duties rising to 50%. Explore its impact on trade, farms, jobs, reforms, and...

Patents and IP Reforms in India’s Pharmaceutical Sector

Why data exclusivity in pharma could be risky Context: India’s pharmaceutical sector is a global leader in affordable generics, but...

Online Gaming Regulation in India

Explore Online Gaming Regulation in India, as recently seen in India’s Online Gaming Act 2025 – banning Real-Money Games, tackling...

India’s Electric Vehicle (EV) Revolution

How India’s transport future is being rewritten Context: Transport contributes 14% of India’s CO₂ emissions, with road transport accounting for...

India’s Export Promotion Mission

Context: Announced in the latest Union Budget, the government has initiated a focused Export Promotion Mission (EPM) with an initial...

India’s Drug Industry

Reclaiming our leadership in safe drugs Context: India’s pharmaceutical industry is often called the “pharmacy of the world”, and rightly...

Fertiliser Sector as Strategic

Context: A Parliamentary Standing Committee on Chemicals and Fertilisers has strongly contested the Finance Ministry’s classification of the fertiliser sector...