BUSINESS
The Reading List: June 6, 2025
A selection of articles and social media gems from the world of economy, business and finance, curated by our research and opinion teams
LIFESTYLE
Drones to monitor forests, labs to rejuvenate soil: How an organization is using AI to conserve Eastern Himalayan landscapes
World Environment Day: Drones are being used to plant seed balls prepared using the indigenous community knowledge of native species, local conditions, optimal zones and time for seed dispersal.
POLITICS
Geospatial technology and its role in India’s Act East policy
India is enhancing regional influence through infrastructure like KMMTTP, reducing reliance on Bangladesh, while leveraging geospatial technology to manage complex terrains, monitor security threats, and counter China's growing strategic presence
INDIA
India bets ₹1.12 lakh crore against its own gaming future
India’s online gaming industry faces crisis from retrospective taxation, risking jobs, investment, and innovation unless policy shifts towards clarity, fairness, and global best practices
ECONOMY-2
Chart of the Day | EPC firms see margin pressure despite stable revenue growth
Easing of bidding norms to encourage greater participation by private firms had seen relatively smaller companies come in at competitive prices
INDIA
LAWS can’t be outlawed; their use can be controlled
Lehtal autonomous weapons systems are on the verge of becoming central to military operations. Their highlight is a high level of autonomy from human intervention when they engage a target. This creates a new risk in terms of collateral damage. Nations are unlikely to stop developing LAWS, but they can set boundaries on their operational context
BUSINESS
Chart of the Day: Does the sell in May and go away strategy work in India?
The age-old adage "Sell in May and go away" has long influenced investor behaviour in Western markets. But does this seasonal wisdom hold true in India?
WORLD
India-Nepal Ties: A strong bilateral partnership amid China’s looming presence
India-assisted development projects in Nepal are aimed at addressing pressing needs at the ground level as well as strengthening infrastructure and connectivity
BUSINESS
The Reading List: May 30, 2025
Our research and opinion teams have curated a selection of articles and social media gems from the world of economy, business and finance for your weekend read.
BUSINESS
Chart of the Day: RBI owes its profits to the forex market volatility
The RBI’s forex market operations have made it a handsome profit in FY25
POLITICS
Stealth eagle gliding in the Indian sky
Allowing the private sector to compete to build a stealth fighter plane for IAF represents an inflection point in more ways than one. It’s a vote of confidence in the domestic manufacturing base, public and private. Furthermore, it’s a signal that the government will not let India lose its fighter combat edge on account of the China-to-Pakistan supply chain. That said, the challenge of getting a grip on an adequately powered engine remains
INDIA
India’s solar race demands a manufacturing revolution
India is rapidly scaling solar manufacturing, reducing import dependence and boosting domestic capacity. To sustain momentum, upstream integration, policy clarity, and tech innovation are essential for global competitiveness and climate leadership
POLITICS
India’s battle against fake news, debunking it post by post, pic by pic
The Indian government fought the fake news war peddled during Operation Sindoor. Social media handles were monitored and several news channels were issued warnings. The government and the armed forces stayed vigilant and were able to thwart the misinformation war
BUSINESS
Chart of the Day | Uptick in rural wages augurs well for consumption
Market surveys by Nielsen IQ show steady pick up in rural consumption in the last four quarters
TECHNOLOGY
Technology may shine, but it is science that will fuel India’s rise
Technology may capture the spotlight, but science lays the foundation for lasting innovation. India’s rise as a global leader depends on bold investment in fundamental research and scientific talent
BUSINESS
India's $4 Trillion Moment: The rise of a resilient and reformist India
IMF has forecast India’s GDP in FY26 will surpass that of Japan, making it the fourth largest economy in the world. A spokesperson for BJP argues that the journey from the 11th to 4th largest economy over a 12-year period owes much to the policies and execution capacity of the Narendra Modi government
BUSINESS
SEBI’s ESOP rules for promoters need a rethink
SEBI’s evolving stance on ESOPs for promoters highlights regulatory inconsistencies. A unified, transparent framework is needed to balance founder incentives with public shareholder interests in India’s changing startup landscape
BUSINESS
Boards are missing the biggest risk of the AI era: the Persuasion Economy
Organizations must think about building the informational infrastructure that shapes how truth is understood—by people and by machines. That responsibility now rests with the boardroom. The organizations that will lead in the Persuasion Economy are not the ones with the loudest voices, but those with the clearest signal
BUSINESS
Chart of the Day: Can data analysis help us catch a market bottom?
Periods of extreme market pessimism might offer the most valuable clues for traders
BUSINESS
India-UK FTA’s real potential lies in services trade expansion
Let this be remembered not just as the whisky-and-SUV agreement but as the inaugural FTA to prioritise services, digital exchanges, and skilled labour. This establishes the groundwork for a new era in the India–UK partnership, characterised not by nostalgia but by innovation and mutual prosperity
BUSINESS
Creators vs AI: The battle for cultural ownership
As AI systems learn from online content, creators face exploitation without consent. The future hinges on strategic licensing, cultural value recognition, and creators reclaiming control over their digital contributions
BUSINESS
The Reading List: May 23, 2025
A selection of articles and social media gems from the world of economy, business and finance, curated by our research and opinion teams
BUSINESS
AI Literacy: Shaping a generation for the future
Teaching AI literacy from an early age empowers young people to think critically, question technology, and lead ethically
BUSINESS
Indic Large Language Models will be transformative
There is a huge population out there waiting for LLM-powered applications to bring about a change in their life by bringing the right content to them in the right way at the right time. If this goal is to be realized, using Indic languages is a prerequisite
