POLITICS
Opposition-mukt Maharashtra?
It’s not the performance of the Fadnavis government which has rendered the political opposition barely visible. It’s the lack of fight and the inability to come up with a reworked strategy that has conveyed the impression that Maharashtra’s politics carries on without an opposition. It’s advantage BJP ahead of the civic polls
TRENDS
What science says about yoga, meditation, and the human brain
Yoga and meditation offer science-backed tools to reduce stress, sharpen focus, and foster emotional balance. The essential skills for thriving in today’s fast-paced, distraction-filled world
TRENDS
On International Yoga Day, the world needs to tap into one of India’s greatest contributions
Human life span is increasing on the heels of great advances in medical technology. However, it doesn’t ensure that quality of life is satisfactory. Yoga is now a pillar on which enterprises are ensuring that ageing is not accompanied by undue loss of self-reliance
BUSINESS
The Reading List: June 20, 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 | Will cement prices stay strong, after hitting multi-year lows in FY2025?
The big support for cement demand comes from government capex, which is likely to be robust this fiscal (FY2026)
BUSINESS
Chart of the Day: India’s goods export growth is a casualty of trade uncertainties
Core export growth has not recovered from the trough seen post pandemic
BUSINESS
The missing middle in India’s startup ecosystem
India's startup ecosystem is evolving, with capital-efficient, early-exit businesses forming a sustainable ‘missing middle’ beyond unicorn-focused narratives. This article talks about how early exits can be a gamechanger for micro-VCs
INDIA
Copper: A strategic material for modern warfare
Copper is crucial to India’s defence manufacturing, enabling advanced systems in vehicles like the CCIV, supporting communication, radar, and weapon technologies for modern combat effectiveness
WORLD
G7 faces a test of relevance at Kananaskis
A traditional advantage of the summit of some of the world’s most influential countries is that shared values have aided forging a consensus and a plan of action, something global multilateral bodies are unable to do. This time, with the US veering towards isolationism the credibility of G7 is at stake. For India, however, a silver lining is that it is necessarily central to any response the G7 wants to craft to counter China
BUSINESS
Chart of the Day: Why gold is fast becoming the asset of choice for central bankers
Gold has officially dethroned the Euro as the world's second-largest reserve asset, reaching 20 percent of global foreign reserves compared to the Euro's 16 percent, according to the European Central Bank's latest assessment. This historic shift, driven by unprecedented central bank, signals a fundamental restructuring of the global monetary system amid rising geopolitical tensions.
WORLD
Israel-Iran conflict is spiraling out of control, putting energy supply chains at risk
Iran’s response to Israel’s attacks shows that it will not back down. The escalation over the last two days’ risks drawing other countries, and not just ones in the region, into the conflict. For India, the immediate risk is a disruption in flow of crude and LNG supplies through the Strait of Hormuz on account of Iran’s retaliatory measures
BUSINESS
The Reading List: June 13, 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
WORLD
How India’s decision to slash alcohol import duties impacts domestic spirits industry
India’s new trade deal with the UK reduces import duties but poses competitive challenges for domestic spirits, with local brands facing pressure from established global players and regulatory hurdles. This article offers a home-grown brand’s perspective
BUSINESS
Chart of the Day: Food drags inflation low enough to kindle more rate cut hopes
The lower than expected May inflation print has increased the odds of another rate cut
BUSINESS
Chart of the Day | Who leads, who lags, in the consumer sector?
Q4 shows a mixed bag with a marginal pick-up, surprisingly, in discretionary consumption segments
BUSINESS
Ambition is redefining the purpose of savings in India
India's saving culture has evolved from necessity to ambition. With technological growth, increasing connectivity, and opportunities for education and health, the focus has shifted towards long-term prosperity and national development
BUSINESS
This is what it takes to create an Indian challenger to the ‘Big Four’
An economy that is forecast to break into the top three before the decade is over has an underwhelming global footprint in advisory and professional services. The government is trying to find ways to change status quo. More than regulatory tweaks, the main constraint for Indian firms may be their mindset, argues a ‘Big Four’ lifer
TRENDS
IAF pilot Shukla’s flight to ISS would bring new learnings for Indian space projects
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will be the second Indian to space, joining Axiom Space's Ax-4 mission. His experience will aid India’s Gaganyaan mission and human spaceflight advancements. The space flight has been postponed to a future date
INDIA
India must build institutions that last and deliver
India excels at rapid launches and innovation, but lasting impact demands patient capital, long-term vision, and institutional stewardship. True success will come from those who build — and stay
BUSINESS
India’s Data Centre Push: Building a resilient digital infrastructure
India's data centre ecosystem is pivotal to its digital growth. Strategic reforms in taxation, regulation, and infrastructure are essential to attract investment, enhance sustainability, and build global digital leadership
INDIA
Bridging the climate finance gap for India’s transition
India requires $2.5 trillion for climate action by 2030. While global funding commitments fall short, mobilising private capital and regulatory reforms are crucial for bridging this gap in climate finance
INDIA
'Global demand for superior education is not waning; it is being redirected': Ashoka University Vice Chancellor Prof. Somak Raychaudhury
To truly ascend as a global education powerhouse, Indian universities must undertake a comprehensive transformation across several critical dimensions from taking the lead in research to transforming traditional campuses into spaces that foster engagement, collaboration, and a sense of belonging.
BUSINESS
Chart of the Day: Is rising market activity signalling a trap?
While stock prices grab headlines, it's market volume—especially Average Daily Turnover (ADT)—that often tells the real story. A surge in volume without a breakout could be a warning sign, not a bullish signal.
BUSINESS
A jumbo cut and all accoutrements to meet growth aspirations
Cutting CRR at a time when financial system liquidity is already in a surplus indicates a clear bias to use policy levers to move interest rates in the economy structurally lower and boost credit demand as domestic consumption grows in tandem with aspirational growth trajectory for the economy
