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Roughly 20 percent of the Chinese workforce—around 180 million people—is estimated to be engaged in export-oriented jobs. A significant loss of employment, particularly when the economy is already under significant strain, could result in social instability
India’s urban schemes faltered due to top-down approaches, sidelining local governments. Empowering municipalities with funds, authority, and planning capacity is crucial for inclusive, sustainable, and locally responsive urban development
Carbon markets are complex but need both enforced compliance and voluntary efforts
Few companies have met their FY2025 order book guidance, given the slack in government tendering activity, particularly in roads
RBI has taken an overly conservative approach to risk management and lacks transparency in how it implements its policies. It withholds surpluses belonging to the government, instead allocating to its own reserves. This compels the government to borrow more from the market
The RBI is probably playing a patient waiting game and for the right reasons
The answer will surprise you but pay close attention to the methodology as well
Recognising the need for capital inflows into India, this might be the ripe time for the Government to partially relax the PN3 restrictions by permitting Indian companies to undertake bonus and rights issue of shares to existing investors from land bordering countries, without requiring a prior government approval
In India, rising year-round demand, flavour innovation, and food delivery growth are fuelling a booming, investor-attracting ice cream market. Even world leaders like Putin, Trump, and Obama have shown their fondness for ice cream
A deeply divided Cabinet, outraged mutt heads and thwarted ambitions muddy the waters. Two key questions remain unanswered. Will Siddaramaiah realise his ‘dream project’ of making the OBCs have a greater say in Karnataka politics? Can any political party remain unscathed by the fallout of the report?
How the trade war will reorder the global economy — not burn it down
We are living in historic times. Century-old alliances are being tested. India is “antifragile” – it will not only emerge relatively unscathed from the tariff-related turmoil, but it is also going to benefit from the displacement in the medium to long term
Road construction has slowed down in the past two years. While the reasons are known, whether they will continue to hold back growth is the key question
Beijing’s biggest leverage is rare earth minerals
Domestic indices Nifty 50 and Sensex extended their gains for the fourth consecutive session on April 21, as banking stocks contributed to the sharp upswing. Broader markets gain about 2%
In the initial days of the Supreme Court’s existence, the Court went by the letter – but gradually moved towards constitutionalism based on the experience of its working and in furtherance of the cherished principles. Absolutism is unknown to our constitutional structure. And the Court can surely exercise judicial review powers to bring institutions to account, without substituting the institution itself
Recovery in Europe will be key to Wipro’s revival
Net interest margin would be a key metric to see in FY26
RBI has eased short-term liquidity pressures through various tools, but these are no substitute for the stable, long-term funding banks need to support credit growth. The core issue is long-term availability of stable funding—mainly through deposits or long-term bond issuance. India’s banking system is in a delicate balance—supported by liquidity interventions but hindered by long-term funding gaps
RSSFACTS: On Ambedkar’s birth anniversary, RSS leaders praised his legacy, highlighting efforts towards social harmony and constitutional values. Through initiatives like Seva Bharati, RSS advances Ambedkar’s vision, especially among marginalised communities and Scheduled Castes
A series of transaction failures which have affected the QR-based payments system in the recent times indicates that there is scope for further fine-tuning at the back end. But what exactly is the viable solution is the question
Former capitals, lovingly built, objects of pride, coveted and fought over – for their strategic importance, wealth or prestige. And now, forgotten! April 18th, World Heritage Day, is the occasion when people tend to look at UNESCO World Heritage sites. Today, let’s break that stereotype by plunging into some of India’s forgotten heritage locations, from across different periods of the past
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
It is a settled position under the Indian law that once an entity is established as a dominant enterprise in a given relevant market, there is a special responsibility casted upon it to comply with the provisions of the Competition Act, 2002. In the case pertaining to Google and WinZo the Commission has held that it is a ‘practical necessity’ for technology firms to be present on Play Store given its overarching presence in the Android ecosystem
