The Indian parliament has approved a bill that limits states’ ability to levy taxes on mineral rights, as state revenues from mining and coal have seen significant growth over the past decade, shifting fiscal benefits increasingly to state governments. Parliament…
The Australian government has allocated A$13.5 million to support six health tech and biotech startups, reinforcing its commitment to advancing digital health and biomedical innovation amid increasing public investment and recent budget boosts. Australia has channelled A$13.5 million into six…
India is transforming its business landscape through comprehensive reforms, digitalisation, and increased capital support, fostering a more resilient, self-reliant economy with record startup growth. India’s push to make itself easier to do business in is increasingly being framed as a…
TimbuckDo teams up with IdeaBaaz Startup Fest to offer over 100 students paid roles, highlighting its rise from a fundraiser to a key player in India’s gig economy and startup ecosystem. TimbuckDo has tied up with IdeaBaaz Startup Fest as…
Taxpayers in India are experiencing slow refunds owing to mismatched figures, incorrect bank details, and verification delays, prompting calls for greater diligence in filing and record-keeping. Refunds under India’s income tax system can be slowed when the figures in a…
A comprehensive analysis highlights the deepening economic divide across Indian states since liberalisation, with southern states pulling ahead of northern counterparts like Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, raising questions over uneven development trajectories. A new analysis by the Economic Advisory Council…
India imported over half of its crude oil from Russia in July 2026, highlighting increasing dependency on discounted Russian barrels amid growing geopolitical and supply chain uncertainties, with potential risks of US sanctions and disrupted supply routes. Russia accounted for…
Rajasthan aims to expand its startup ecosystem beyond urban centres, backed by government initiatives and a new emphasis on rural and emerging technology sectors, as officials and ministers promote inclusive innovation at the Rajasthan Youth Conclave. At the Rajasthan Youth…
India and the United States remain engaged in ongoing negotiations over their bilateral trade agreement amid mounting tariffs and geopolitical strains, signalling a persistent focus on deepening economic ties despite recent challenges. India and the United States remain in close…
A new study highlights India’s MICE sector as a key driver of economic activity, with out-of-town visitors and large events boosting local employment and GDP, despite ongoing structural challenges. India’s meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions industry is creating far more…
At the BRICS finance chiefs’ meeting in Jaipur, RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra highlighted the role of central banks in maintaining price and financial system stability while advancing cross-border payments and digital currency cooperation. Sanjay Malhotra used the BRICS finance chiefs’…
Despite ongoing delays caused by international tensions and supply issues, India has committed over ₹13,000 crore to six new nuclear projects, aiming to add 8,000 MW to its grid and strengthen domestic capabilities in advanced reactors. India’s nuclear power push…
