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Pakistan is a “phenomenal partner” to the US in countering terrorism, a US military general told the country’s legislators this week. It’s an observation Indians will find perverse, particularly from a country which partners India in multiple areas. This, in turn, begs the question on whether India’s diplomatic outreach has been futile. The answer may actually lie in the government’s domestic political priorities which often overwhelm everything else
Hedging against falls in the dollar has not been a prime concern but Trump 2.0 is changing the mood
India has emerged as a top global destination for cross-border capital in real estate, ranking seventh worldwide in Colliers' June 2025 report. Fuelled by strong economic fundamentals and robust infrastructure growth, the sector is attracting significant investor interest
The RBI’s new Payments Regulatory Board introduces diverse, multi-stakeholder oversight, aiming to modernise payment regulation, foster innovation, enhance inclusion, and potentially pave the way for an independent regulator
The old terminal building with a combined area of 14,450 square metres was decommissioned on June 11, 2024, after the new integrated terminal built at Rs 1,112 crore became operational.
Q4 shows a mixed bag with a marginal pick-up, surprisingly, in discretionary consumption segments
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
A measured principle-based framework is the need of the hour for Indian crypto assets
Bangladesh’s economy is in trouble, with critical economic indicators weakening since the July 2024 ouster of Sheikh Hasina. Political uncertainty looms with the equation between Yunus and BNP turning fractious. More importantly, for many ordinary Bangladeshis, there’s a sense of quiet despair at the lack of political choice and the absence of positive economic developments. An Indian journalist gauges the public mood in Dhaka
It is the blunt, abrasive but out-of-the-box thinking that excites investors who don’t mind giving entrepreneurs who have caused more than their fair share of heartburn, a second chance or more
New taxes make premium products even more expensive for consumers
A surplus liquidity could infuse a credit-led consumption demand towards the end of this year, putting pressure on core inflation.
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
Trump’s tariff war brings with it unpredictability and a consequent loss of confidence
For consumers to discard brand loyalty altogether and shift to loose/unbranded goods is a sign of income distress. The key question is if listed companies are worried enough to do something about it
The interest rate cut could be a shot in the arm for the entry-level category whose sales are sharply decelerating
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
Faced with borrowing restrictions, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is tapping into a bold new funding strategy—monetising its highway assets through Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs). This move aims to reduce debt and invite the Indian public to invest directly in the nation's road infrastructure
Government budgets often promise the moon but deliver significantly less when it comes to actual spending. Our analysis of FY25 central government expenditure reveals a disconnect between rhetoric and reality, with several key ministries spending much lower than their allocated budgets while others exceeded their limits
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
While business growth is bound to be soft this year, profitability could still cheer
RBI’s rate and CRR cuts aim to revive slowing credit growth, but challenges in NBFC and unsecured lending persist. Will cheaper loans spark demand or fizzle out?
And US versus Chinese solar producers
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 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
