In India and beyond, founder-led brands are gaining traction by offering a human touch that counters declining trust and rising regulatory scrutiny, transforming the landscape of digital marketing and brand building. Founder-led brands are emerging as a powerful response to…
A significant reduction in Russian crude imports could substantially boost India’s oil bill and inflation, experts warn as geopolitical and trade tensions escalate. India could face a materially higher oil import bill if purchases of Russian crude are cut sharply,…
The Vizhinjam International Seaport prepares to commence its export-import operations, signalling a significant evolution from transshipment hub to a major freight gateway, with potential to reshape regional logistics and trade in southern India. Vizhinjam International Seaport will begin export-import operations…
India’s coal consumption is projected to increase to 1.6 billion tonnes by 2030, as the government considers establishing a domestic coal trading exchange to bolster transparency and energy security amidst ongoing renewable energy expansion. India’s coal demand is expected to…
Despite significant shifts towards services and market liberalisation since 1991, India’s industrial sector remains stagnant, posing challenges for sustainable job creation and high-income ambitions by 2047. India’s economic landscape has been reshaped far more by the 1991 liberalisation drive than…
Despite digitalisation and expanding branches, India’s ATMs are underutilising non-cash features and grappling with economic and logistical issues, prompting calls for better user education and operational reforms. ATMs in India were once sold as a way to reduce pressure on…
Svatantra Microfin, led by Ananya Birla, files for a ₹3,000 crore IPO as it accelerates growth through geographic diversification, business restructuring, and expansion into secured lending sectors, aiming to strengthen its capital base and deepen its national reach. Svatantra Microfin,…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emphasised the importance of India’s expanding network of free trade agreements to help MSMEs increase their global footprint, highlighting recent pacts and the sector’s crucial role in the economy. Prime Minister Narendra Modi used his…
India’s foreign exchange reserves experienced a significant boost, climbing by $14.136 billion to reach $707.002 billion in a notable weekly increase, supported by currency inflows and gold holdings. India’s foreign exchange reserves rose sharply in the week ended August 7,…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi outlined a comprehensive seven-part reform agenda during his Independence Day address from the Red Fort, emphasising manufacturing, social cohesion, and India’s growing global capabilities to foster deeper economic change ahead of 2047. India’s prime minister used…
The Indian government has rolled back recent increases in export duties on petrol, diesel, and aviation turbine fuel, cutting levies in a move to align with fluctuating global oil prices and stabilize domestic markets. India’s government has lowered export duties…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi outlines a transformative vision for India’s 2047 milestone, emphasising youth empowerment, structural reforms, and strategic autonomy in his Independence Day address. Prime Minister Narendra Modi used his Independence Day address to recast India’s development story around…
