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
BUSINESS
Electronics — Let the export edge give impetus to local manufacturing
A spurt in electronics exports should be leveraged to focus on measures and strategies that help cut trade deficit in this sector
BUSINESS
A power-packed plan that needs political will to work
Smart meters, efficient discoms key to round-the-clock electricity supply
BUSINESS
WEF report — Can global risks clear this year’s poll-vault events?
Misinformation and disinformation can affect election outcomes in the US and India in 2024 and remain principal risks to a stable global order along with climate and economic challenges
BUSINESS
Budget 2024: Look beyond sops to energise RE growth
More than budget incentives, the massive financing need has to be addressed to take care of the snags that dim the progress of clean power
BUSINESS
India-US TPF must take steps that yield quick results
With the two-way goods trade on a downward trajectory, USTR Katherine Tai and commerce minister Piyush Goyal should focus on steps to reverse the trend
BUSINESS
Budget 2024: Will the FM build a case for a lower tariff regime?
Bureaucrats and industry mavens agree that protectionism by way of import duty shields cannot continue for long
BUSINESS
Can Panagariya rekindle the spirit of cooperative federalism?
As the chairman of the 16th Finance Commission, the former vice-chairman of NITI Aayog will have to ensure a balanced distribution of financial resources between the Centre and the states
BUSINESS
Healthcare regulation — What should be the watchdog’s mandate?
The proposed health regulator will have to balance quality, affordability, and profitability in a public-private medical delivery system in India
BUSINESS
Twin chargers that can rev up EV journey
Facilitating Tesla’s entry and extending current incentives to the industry can provide a big push to electric mobility in India
BUSINESS
Can exports break gridlock to push India into Goldilocks zone?
A well-crafted strategy and improving world trade next year can be a double delight for India’s outbound merchandise shipments
BUSINESS
COP28 plays with words to clinch consensus
Face-saving phrase averts disaster at Dubai summit, but may not be enough to save the Earth from a climate catastrophe
BUSINESS
Carbon tax — Will the two-pronged strategy against the EU work?
India has to weigh the pros and cons while opposing the European Union’s CBAM
BUSINESS
COP28: India’s compulsions vs commitments. A reality check
New Delhi stays away from two declarations that aim to ratchet up global RE capacity and cut emissions
BUSINESS
COP28: 2023 is set to be the hottest on record, the time for action on global warming is now
Can the COP28 being held in Dubai effectively address the contentious theme of financing and give an impetus to the global crusade against climate change?
BUSINESS
Solar Modules — How to fix the dichotomy?
Exports of locally made solar panels are on the rise while imported modules remain the mainstay of domestic RE producers
