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Many consumers are resisting, even turning back the digital revolution
Solar panels have a finite life. Policy to head off a waste crisis from redundant panels lacks the right incentives. The focus should be on setting recycling targets instead of storage mandates, which will yield critical minerals like silicon and copper
While India's aggressive regulatory crackdown on options trading drives participants away and volumes down, US markets are witnessing explosive growth in ultra-short-duration 0DTE options, with retail traders now dominating a market segment that has grown 700% in five years.
With only 2.8% tax revenue growth in H1, the government’s fiscal roadmap hinges on a strong consumption rebound fuelled by GST cuts and lower rates—any shortfall risks spending cuts and a tighter FY27 budget
A massive Rs 1 lakh crore expansion in gold loans in the last six months is unlocking the vast, dormant wealth of India's unproductive family gold hoards
UPI’s future hinges on whether policymakers allow it to stand on viable economic legs
The timing of the renewal of the defence framework agreement between India and the US is significant, as bilateral ties are going through challenging times
Growth in the US business slowed in recent quarters
As India digitises faster than any other economy, its weakest link, cybersecurity, could decide how far the boom goes
Capital, equity, etc. are not concerns of RBI was the view that the central bank seemed to hold for a long time. The new regime and its thinking is proving this belief wrong, making for a welcome change
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.
The cessation of trade hostilities covered just recent measures. China’s official stance was a candid “occasional friction is normal”. US’ need to contain China’s expanding capability makes conflict in economic and technological domains inevitable
RSSFACTS: Rashtriya Ekta Diwas honours Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s legacy of national integration. His correspondence reveals nuanced views on the RSS, while modern celebrations, like Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, promote unity and shared national identity
There are big differences in the level of risk and likely returns of Big Tech’s spending
India's water crisis demands a shift towards sustainable practices, balancing supply and demand. Through community-led initiatives, improved water management, and climate adaptation, water can be a tool for economic stability and resilience
Decline in profits and revenue reflects a bigger problem for Bata: loss of relevance
The humongous workload is the surest indicator, if one was needed, that India’s newest disputes-resolution tribunal needs to adopt a radically different approach
Process reforms are key to equipping India’s indirect tax system for better revenue mobilisation
Domestic conditions support another rate cut by the RBI. For markets to wear a bigger smile, however, much depends on this one source of funds delivering the goods
Debit card transactions are being cannibalised by UPI
Historically port cities, such as Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata and Kochi, have been gateways to the world, fostering cultural exchange, commerce, and innovation. Today, they hold the potential to become centres of finance, services, and human talent
Two aspects of the interim order have triggered debate. One, the decision to transfer the case to CBI when jurisprudence has set a high bar to do so. Two, the decision to appoint two IPS officers to the supervisory committee who may be of Tamil Nadu cadre but not natives of the state
The government’s desire to keep sugar prices in check may have led to a lower than desired allocation for cane-based ethanol, leading to mills worrying about the fate of their investments
