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Key GST reforms remain in a wait mode
The 53rd meeting of the GST Council gives the big picture a miss and focuses on procedural and compliance issues
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India-EU FTA talks — How to resolve the carbon conflict
New Delhi should not see the CBAM as a hindrance and devise a strategy to push forward bilateral trade talks
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Can the GST Council walk the Centre’s talk on fuel levy?
The benefits of bringing petrol and diesel under the new indirect tax structure far outweigh the challenges to its implementation
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Will the world get a first glimpse of Modi 3.0 this Friday?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to open international engagements in his third term with the G7 summit in Italy on June 14
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Can India plug into a uniform power tariff system?
It is tough for the new government to meet Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar’s possible demand for “one nation, one power tariff”
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How to pivot trade policy to make India a global export hub
Building a vibrant GVC ecosystem in the country should be high on the agenda of the new government to enhance external trade
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An eight-point agenda to green the economy
The new government should be bold enough to muster the political will to overcome all challenges and hurdles to emissions control
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What are the tricks of the trade to clinch FTAs?
The government should take cues from the recent two-day deliberations to formulate the standard procedures for trade talks
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Will the next government pull down tariff barriers further?
Two bureaucrats build a strong case for lower import duties which will help enhance India’s participation in GVC exports
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Heatwave mitigation — How to make heat action plans more happening?
A WWA report blames climate change for increased heatwaves; India should take note of the study to make heat action plans more effective
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The emissions challenge to India’s energy exercise
Excessive reliance on coal is making India a big power sector emitter even as it makes progress in RE production
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Doing a service to India’s exports growth
The momentum in services exports is encouraging, but outbound goods shipments are equally important for India’s economy, which has a large low-skilled labour force
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The G7 coal pledge means little for global climate fight
There is no immediate escape from coal for India and many other countries, both developing and developed
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Will the US nudge hasten India’s IPR makeover?
New Delhi’s endeavour to strengthen the patent regime remains a work in progress that needs to be expedited
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How should India get ready to be B-READY?
The dossier to take part in the World Bank’s new business environment ranking should be prepared in such a way that it raises the welfare level of the country
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The challenge of balancing the energy mix
The Centre’s directive to gas-based power plants is an ad hoc step and does not address chronic problems in the power sector
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How to add mojo to India’s goods exports?
Short- and long-term steps can help India’s merchandise exports tackle the current global economic flux and up their share in world trade
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World trade — Uncertainty is the only certainty
The latest WTO update flags risks to the recovery in global shipments of goods, which can be challenging for countries such as India
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Will solar prospects radiate on the protectionist push?
The global glut in solar module capacity can be challenging for local manufacturers despite the restoration of the ALMM
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Can power supply manage the twin challenges this summer?
Forthcoming general election adds to summer heat on electricity demand as consumption is set to spike
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The hunt for critical minerals — A daunting drill
Lukewarm response from bidders to the first round auction of critical minerals underlines the need for a pragmatic policy approach
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How fit is India’s healthcare to handle future pandemics?
A recent ADB report can come in handy for NITI Aayog to work out the proposed programme to tackle any public health emergency going forward
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Will the February export optimism continue?
India needs to focus on MSME items and explore new markets to increase its share in global trade, which remains wobbly
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Is the EV policy a bait for Tesla or a bet on realising India’s manufacturing potential?
Import duty relief for electric cars has built-in riders that safeguard domestic players while encouraging global investment
