Tag: Economic
When Indian equity investors wrapped up their week last Friday, the future seemed clear and promising. However, by Monday, the market mood had dramatically shifted. Panic spread not just in India but globally, with investors scrambling to understand what had affected their stocks so profoundly. The unexpected turbulence stemmed...
In early 2019, officials in a thriving factory town in China were optimistic about the future. The local economy was booming, a new industrial district was on the horizon, and an elevated light-rail system was taking shape. "The achievements of the past year have not come easily," Mayor Wu...
India’s economic landscape is currently under intense scrutiny from both domestic and international observers. The nation’s impressive growth is supported by macroeconomic stability, consistent policies, and transformative structural reforms. As India is poised to become a significant contributor to global GDP growth in the coming years, the Economic Survey...
In recent discussions about India's economic recovery, the concept of 'K-shaped' growth has garnered considerable attention. This term describes a scenario where different sectors of the economy recover unevenly, leading to disparities in economic outcomes. However, this uneven recovery is not limited to growth alone; it is also evident...
In today's landscape of governance and economic policy, transparency is essential for ensuring responsible management and public trust. One area where transparency is notably lacking is in the subsidy allocations for second-class AC train seats in India. Despite ongoing interest and numerous inquiries, detailed information about these subsidies remains...
My evening walks along the Prabhadevi-Dadar beach in Mumbai are a cherished routine. From the shoreline, the view stretches across the entire length of the Bandra-Worli Sea Link, with sunsets transforming the sky from crimson red to violet. In these moments, Mumbai’s beauty is undeniable, a testament to the...
Last week, India's leading telecom companies, Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea, raised tariffs across voice and data plans. This move marks the third hike since 2019, signaling a significant shift in the Indian telecommunications landscape. While the increase in prices was not entirely unexpected, it raises critical...
India, a nation of over 1.4 billion people, has made remarkable strides in reducing poverty over the past few decades. Various governmental policies and programs have been instrumental in lifting millions out of poverty. However, the methodology used to identify and count those living below the poverty line (BPL)...
India's journey towards trade openness has been a significant marker of its economic evolution over the decades. From modest beginnings in the 1970s to becoming a pivotal player in global trade by the 2010s, the trajectory of India's trade-to-GDP ratio reflects a strategic embrace of globalization and a shift...
India's journey to becoming the largest producer of milk in the world has been nothing short of remarkable, especially considering the modest supply the country had post-independence. The White Revolution, marked by the formation of cooperative networks among rural dairy farms, propelled India's dairy industry to new heights. In...
