India is evolving its development approach by emphasising district-level data and city economic regions, aiming for more customised growth strategies and better regional outcomes ahead of Viksit Bharat 2047. India’s Independence Day is usually a moment for reflection, but this…
India has published draft rules under the SHANTI Act, proposing a unified licence for nuclear plants, stricter financial safeguards, and a path for imported reactor designs, marking a significant shift in its nuclear sector governance. India has moved to put…
Punjab & Sind Bank is set to raise capital through a qualified institutional placement as it aims to reduce government ownership and expand its international footprint with a new IFSC banking unit at GIFT City, UNFOLDING strategic shifts in its…
Despite increased domestic production and technological advances, India remains heavily reliant on imports of edible oil, exposing vulnerabilities in its agri-food system and raising concerns over economic stability and food security. India’s edible oil dependence is not a story of…
As India aims to become a developed nation by 2047, history underscores the importance of strategic planning, economic reforms, and social trust in turning aspirations into tangible progress. At midnight on 15 August 1947, Jawaharlal Nehru described India’s freedom as…
The Reserve Bank of India withdrew a $50 billion foreign-exchange swap scheme just weeks after launching it, raising concerns over the clarity and strategic planning of its currency stabilisation measures during a period of economic uncertainty. India’s central bank has…
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research has enhanced its startup incubation initiative with SHITIJ 2.0, offering targeted mentoring and support to early-stage agri-businesses focused on plant health and precision agriculture, aiming to bridge the gap between prototypes and commercialisation. The…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlights India’s rapid economic progress, contrasting its past vulnerability as part of the ‘Fragile Five’ with today’s status as a key global economy, after overtaking Japan as the world’s fourth-largest. Prime Minister Narendra Modi used his…
India’s primary market prepares for a hectic week with eight IPOs, including major offerings from Blackstone-backed Horizon Industrial Parks and prominent jewellery firms, signalling a vibrant period for investors and industry watchers alike. India’s primary market is heading into a…
Maharashtra’s ambitious plan to transform its power sector with record-breaking renewable capacity faces hurdles in financing, land acquisition and regulatory reforms, risking delays in India’s clean energy push. Maharashtra is betting that its next phase of growth will be shaped…
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence has unearthed a significant duty fraud involving areca nuts falsely claimed to originate from Bangladesh, revealing a complex scam with potential losses exceeding Rs 2,500 crore and highlighting intensified customs scrutiny on misdeclared agricultural imports.…
India’s listed companies began the financial year with strong sales gains across sectors, driven by resilient domestic demand despite rising costs, signalling a robust outlook for the economy. India’s listed corporate sector delivered a solid start to the financial year,…
