India has aspirations to become a major player in the computer and electronics manufacturing industry. However, their current approach, focused heavily on the domestic market through high import taxes, is hindering their progress. This article argues that India needs to shift its focus to become regionally competitive and export-driven, with Vietnam, not China, being their …
Prime Minister Modi to Lead Historic Event In a resounding declaration of Tamil Nadu’s maritime ambitions, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is poised to unveil a constellation of transformative projects, collectively valued at over Rs. 17,000 Crore, at Tuticorin’s VO Chidambaranar Port on February 28. This landmark occasion, orchestrated in collaboration with key ministries, signifies a …
Japan and India have once again reinforced their long standing bilateral ties with Japan committing a substantial Official Development Assistance (ODA) loan of Japanese Yen (JPY) 232.209 billion for nine crucial projects across various sectors in India. The exchange of Notes, a significant diplomatic gesture, took place today between Mr. Vikas Sheel, Additional Secretary, Department …
India’s Construction Industry Outlook India’s construction industry is on track to become one of the world’s top three by 2025, according to Minister of Housing & Urban Affairs, Hardeep Singh Puri. Addressing the inauguration of the National Workshop on Recent Development with Recycling and Use of Construction and Demolition (C&D) waste in the construction sector, …
India, the world’s third-largest oil importer, is poised to embark on discussions to become a full member of the International Energy Agency (IEA), signalling a significant development in global energy governance. This move, announced after a ministerial meeting in Paris, underscores India’s growing strategic importance and its commitment to addressing energy and climate challenges on …
A country or the world might face an economic slowdown at any point in time. This downturn or recession significantly impacts the country’s economy, which is generally visible in the employment rate, industrial production, real GDP, the decline in retail sales, and national income. Before we understand what causes recession and how to recover from …
“Worrying doesn’t empty tomorrow of its sorrows, it empties today of its strengths.” – Corrie Ten Boom – timekeeper Don’t worry, stay sharp The Indian stock market has not shown much growth in the past 1 year. While the Nifty 50 has grown by only 2.03%, the S&P BSE Sensex has grown by 2.43%. You …
What is CBDC? The RBI has said that CBDC or Central Bank Digital Currency is broadly defined as legal tender (or currency) in digital form. It is a store of value that can be converted into paper currency and would appear as a liability on the central bank’s balance sheet. It is based on the …
