RSSFACTS: Edward Anderson's book — ‘Hindu Nationalism in the Indian Diaspora’ is marred by factual errors, biases, and a lack of understanding of the organization's workings, perpetuating stereotypes and misinformation about Hindu nationalism and the RSS
Speculation is rife that the IRDAI may consider regulations that curb the role of parent banks as the main distribution channel for insurers due to the risks that poses and creation of a non-level playing field
Large-scale component manufacturing is key to developing a vibrant electronics ecosystem in the country
Healthcare affordability is far worse than availability in India
Biosimilars a huge opportunity, and also a challenge for Indian drugmakers
Indian whiskies have gained global recognition, and now artisanal spirits are poised to follow suit, driven by consumers seeking authenticity and unique flavours. India's spirits industry is booming, with a focus on local ingredients, innovation, and sustainable practices
As the Parliament gears up for a debate on the Constitution, we revisit BR Ambedkar’s closing speech to the Constituent Assembly where he flagged issues that have contemporary resonance: putting form over substance and partisan loyalties over country. The speech also flags the risk of “Bhakti” worship in politics and the unfinished task of transforming India’s political democracy into a social democracy
Not only did food prices fall by 0.6 percent from the previous month, but overall retail prices too were also lower by 0.15 percent
An infrastructure-driven GDP growth needs the much needed fuel of credit.
The NJ Bio acquisition follows Sapala Organics purchase in June
Geological advantages are perpetual, but technological advantages can quickly become obsolete
This year was the warmest on record, yet humanity shows little wherewithal to reverse course Mark Gongloff
Ethanol blended petrol in India is here to stay, with the proportion of ethanol reaching 14.6 percent in 2023-24. Government estimates that a decade of ethanol blended petrol has resulted in a savings of over Rs 1 lakh crore. The initial results show that doubling down on biofuels will not only lower energy import dependence but also help the country meet its climate obligations
India is transitioning to the ECL framework to improve credit risk transparency. By incorporating dynamic, forward-looking assessments, banks will better forecast losses, manage risks, and enhance accountability, but challenges remain in implementation, especially for smaller institutions
The areas of the economy that are most sensitive to rates — housing and manufacturing — remain wobbly but are getting no worse
Kantar data shows that kiranawalas have lost share in Q3’24 but not to online commerce. Shopping trips and spend per trip show what may be bothering them more
As per the 20th Electric Power Survey report, peak electricity demand is expected to reach 296 gigawatt (GW) by FY2027 and 388 GW by FY2032
Gen-Z, born between 1996 and 2010, is revolutionising the workforce and marketplace with their tech-savvy nature, distinct habits, and preferences, reshaping industries and societal norms, and signalling a shift towards a more adaptable, value-driven, and tech-centric world
The RBI and the government will be making a mistake by ignoring the latest WazirX episode in the Indian crypto market. It signals a larger problem of safety of transactions and lack of security for investor money.
LIC has made many changes, but nothing seems to be working in terms of stemming its market share loss
Indian universities spend up to 40 percent of their research budgets on access fees for journals, diverting funds away from R&D itself. Open access based on a national subscription model can reduce this burden significantly by pooling resources, providing free or low-cost access to the global body of research, and redirecting funds to support domestic research initiatives
Now is the time for money managers to at least think about how they would respond if peace broke out
If former Prime Minister Narasimha Rao would be remembered for quietly reforming the country in 1991, Das will be remembered as RBI’s very own Narasimha Rao. He brought about certain critical changes in the way banks and NBFCs operated and ensured that everyone towed the line
The redevelopment landscape in Mumbai has created a market for real estate players nationwide with strong balance sheets to pursue prime projects in the city
Pulling up the Global North for emissions is a normative approach, but getting them to spend is an economic one
