BUSINESS
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
BUSINESS
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
BUSINESS
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
BUSINESS
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
BUSINESS
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
BUSINESS
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
BUSINESS
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
BUSINESS
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
BUSINESS
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
BUSINESS
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
BUSINESS
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
BUSINESS
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
BUSINESS
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
BUSINESS
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
BUSINESS
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
BUSINESS
Can India replicate the EFTA model in future trade deals?
The investment rider in the FTA with the European Free Trade Association is unique and signals a change in India’s approach to such negotiations
TRENDS
India’s policy response must be in lockstep with the AI march
IndiaAI mission will be effective if New Delhi can address the issues of job displacement and regulatory uncertainties
BUSINESS
Jaishankar’s two-nation tour a test for twin-track diplomacy
Ties with Japan and South Korea are crucial for India’s technological aspirations as well as Indo-Pacific ambitions
BUSINESS
India counts gains at a WTO ministerial that has no winners
Commerce minister Piyush Goyal is satisfied with the outcome of the Abu Dhabi meeting, where consensus eluded on most of the crucial issues
BUSINESS
Can PM’s project push help the energy sector power ahead?
While fresh power capacity addition is essential, close monitoring and efficient execution of projects under implementation are a must to help in a just energy transition
BUSINESS
Can the upcoming WTO ministerial bust the myth of 'unlucky 13'?
The Abu Dhabi conference is likely to discuss issues on which it could be extremely difficult for WTO members to reach consensus
BUSINESS
Will Modi’s passionate call charge up energy investment?
A conducive environment is imperative for investors, both local and global, to take note of India’s energy potential
BUSINESS
PMSY -- Will rooftop solar be third-time lucky?
Financial incentives are not the only determining factor for the progress of the rooftop solar scheme in the country
BUSINESS
India-UK FTA — A political imperative or an economic necessity?
Indian and British officials are engaged in hectic parleys to clinch a trade deal before the two nations go to the polls this year
